Is Prince Andrew a Political Concern?

By Martin Hoegger
Heraklion, October 9, 2025. Two key conferences at the Patriarchal Academy of Crete’s symposium on the theology of ecology explored the spiritual and ecumenical significance of September 1st, marking the ecclesiastical year’s start and the Day of Prayer for Creation. Emmanuel Doundoulakis delved into the Orthodox liturgical office and its theological aspects, while T

Luxembourg – At the EU Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Luxembourg, Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon highlighted the continued fragility and uncertainty of the situation in Gaza despite the ceasefire. She underscored the necessity of maintaining and monitoring the ceasefire, advocating for a proactive role for the European Union in the Middle East peace process.
Fajon emphasized the urge

What role does parliament play in determining Prince Andrew’s future?
Following the release of Virginia Giuffre’s book and reports that Prince Andrew hasn’t paid rent on the Royal Lodge in Windsor for 20 years, Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy discuss Westminster’s potential discomfort with the former trade envoy.
Beyond London, what are parties’ sentiments about this week’s Senedd by

Warsaw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Tuesday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that Poland security authorities have detained eight individuals suspected of planning acts of sabotage across different regions.

How is Russia accused of waging hybrid warfare on Poland?How have Russian drones violated Poland’s NATO airspace?

Over the past month, Officials state that Poland has faced

Luxembourg – The Czech Republic has expressed its willingness to assist Slovakia in the event of disruptions caused by the cessation of Russian gas supplies. Minister of Industry and Trade, Lukáš Vlček, made this announcement to reporters in Luxembourg today. EU energy ministers formally backed a plan to phase out gas imports from Russia, with a complete embargo scheduled to take effect on January

Implementing different age requirements poses challenges, particularly when teens travel between countries.
3. What’s the right age?
A debate continues over the ideal minimum age, with 15 and 16 as the main options.
Denmark, France, and Greece favor 15 and above, with Denmark planning to enforce parental controls for those under 15. Spain supports a digital age of majority at 16, as does Slovakia.

Geel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – In Geel, Kempen Fire Zone, with Citymesh and European funding, launched its 1st of 4 drones under “Eyes in the Sky” to improve emergency response and public safety.
As VRT News reported, the Kempen Fire Zone in Geel has launched the 1st of 4 drones under its “Eyes in the Sky” project. The drones will give the fire department aerial support during emergencies.

UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric expressed encouragement over parties reaffirming their commitment to the Gaza ceasefire and praised mediators’ ongoing efforts during a press briefing in New York. He emphasized concern over recent violence and attacks, urging all parties to meet obligations and avoid actions that could trigger hostilities. Dujarric reiterated the Secretary-General’s c

A spokesperson announced that “The Commission and the EEAS are maintaining close communication with member states regarding this issue. Earlier this year, we initiated exploratory discussions at a technical level with the de facto authorities in Afghanistan. Our aim is to continue supporting the member states’ efforts.”
Last week, twenty countries urged European Commissioner for Migration M

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On October 14, 2025, in Brussels, masked protesters vandalized the Immigration Office, Hilton, and party HQs. Classe Contre Classe and Secours Rouge denied involvement; authorities are scrutinizing Bertrand Sassoye, ex-CCC member.
As VRT News reported, on October 14, Brussels saw violent incidents during a national day of action organized by trade unions.