Faced with Trump, Europe Takes the Risky Path of Wait-and-See

Sarhan Basem is Eurotoday’s Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful comment

If you have a cat, you’ve likely seen her rubbing her face against corners, furniture, or even you. This often occurs when you arrive home or at random times. Although it seems odd, this behavior has a logical explanation. Cats use such gestures to communicate, express emotions, and interact with their surroundings. These actions leave signals that cats and even humans can understand if they know

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Sarhan Basem is Eurotoday’s Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful comment

A synagogue requires police protection due to threats, a Christian convert seeking asylum faces skepticism from authorities, a Muslim woman confronts workplace discrimination, and a humanist group is left out of consultations with public authorities. These are not isolated incidents but part of the same policy question: what does freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) policy in Europe mean in pract

After four and a half years of conflict, Ukraine’s physical damage is starkly visible. However, the psychological harm from occupation, displacement, and loss is harder to assess yet equally critical to address.
David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee and former British foreign secretary, speaks with Sarah Wheaton after his trip to southern Ukraine. He emphasi

Sarhan Basem is Eurotoday’s Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful comment

Press releasePublished 25 Jun 2026

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Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles or vans registered in Europe decreased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, according to provisional data published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA).

The reductions in emissions from new cars and vans

Meloni responded on Thursday, clarifying that Rutte incorrectly suggested that flights from Italy were directly involved in attacks on Iran while trying to assure Washington of NATO’s significant involvement.
“In his — let’s call it enthusiastic — account, the secretary-general has muddled together things that are actually quite distinct, confusing the types of authorized flights

Washington, D.C., United States, June 25 – Eurotoday Newspaper — US communications infrastructure is set to receive stronger regulatory protection after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to tighten rules governing submarine communication cables that connect the United States to global internet networks. The updated requirements are designed to improve national security, increase