The European Commission has appointed Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto as the EU Special Representative for Cyprus. In his new role, the Italian politician will coordinate and actively support all efforts aimed at resuming and advancing a settlement of the Cyprus issue — one of the longest-running unresolved conflicts in Europe....
UK imposes new sanctions package against Russia in coordination with EU on cyber threats
The UK Government has announced a new package of sanctions against Russia. This is the first time measures in the field of countering cyber threats have been coordinated with the European Union. According to the British authorities, the sanctions target individuals and organisations involved in cyberattacks and hybrid threats from...
France summons Russian ambassador over large-scale FSB cyber campaign Against European countries
The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has announced its intention to summon the Russian ambassador in Paris over a large-scale cyber campaign that, according to Paris, Russia is conducting against approximately ten European states. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France strongly condemns the “large-scale cyber campaign...
Finland has built a huge network of underground shelters in case of war
Amid growing tensions in Europe, Finland continues to develop one of the world’s largest civil defense systems. Beneath the capital, there is an extensive network of underground bomb shelters capable of protecting nearly one million people in the event of a military conflict, including possible missiles or nuclear threats. According...
German ultra-left group claims responsibility for railway sabotage
An ultra-left group called “Kommando Angry Birds” has claimed responsibility for setting fire to signal cables on a key railway line near Leverkusen. The incident caused major disruptions to Deutsche Bahn trains on the Cologne–Düsseldorf route. According to police and Deutsche Bahn, on Friday morning, embankments and cable shafts caught...
UK deports two Bulgarian nationals convicted of spying for Russia
British authorities have deported two Bulgarian citizens who were part of a Russian spy network. The deportation took place after they had served half of their court-imposed prison sentences. According to sources, the individuals are Vanya Gaberova and Ivan Stoyanov. They were members of a group of six Bulgarians convicted...
Hundreds evacuated in Paris suburb due to terror threat
On the evening of July 11, law enforcement authorities carried out a large-scale evacuation of approximately 300 residents in the Paris suburb of Sarcelles, home to a significant Jewish community. The operation was prompted by suspicions of a planned attack on the Jewish community. According to French Interior Minister Laurent...
UK Government to require some refugees to repay support costs
The UK Government is introducing new rules under which people granted refugee status will be required to partially repay the state for the cost of their accommodation and support while their asylum claims are being processed. This was announced in an official Home Office release and the Immigration and Asylum...
June 2026 became the bloodiest month for civilians in Ukraine — UN
In June 2026, Ukraine recorded the highest number of civilian casualties since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion. This was stated by Rosemary DiCarlo, UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, during a UN Security Council meeting. According to preliminary data from the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR), at least...
Italy expels two Russian embassy military attachés over espionage
Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has decided to expel two military attachés from the Russian Embassy in Rome. They are accused of espionage activities on behalf of Moscow. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani made the announcement. According to the head of the Italian Foreign Ministry, the decision was made on...