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Israel pledged to "kill" the EU and UN-backed two-state solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict, as EU "condemned" new anti-Palestinian laws.
Israel’s ‘de facto annexation’ of West Bank earns only mild EU rebuke
Israel pledged to "kill" the EU and UN-backed two-state solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict, as EU "condemned" new anti-Palestinian laws.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Israel pledged to "kill" the EU and UN-backed two-state solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict, as EU "condemned" new anti-Palestinian laws.
The EU says it has challenged the UAE over its role in Sudan's civil war, despite being in trade talks with Abu Dhabi.
EU says ‘concerns’ raised with UAE over its role in Sudan war
The EU says it has challenged the UAE over its role in Sudan's civil war, despite being in trade talks with Abu Dhabi.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:16 PM
The EU says it has challenged the UAE over its role in Sudan's civil war, despite being in trade talks with Abu Dhabi.
THIS WEEK: EU leaders’ retreat on competitiveness, Munich Security Conference, and Ukraine
THIS WEEK: EU leaders’ retreat on competitiveness, Munich Security Conference, and Ukraine
<div><img width="600" height="394" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Alden_Biesen_-19-600x394.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Alden_Biesen_-19-600x394.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Alden_Biesen_-19-1200x788.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>This week, EU leaders will meet in Alden Biesen to discuss economic reforms and competitiveness, while the Munich Security Conference takes place from Friday to Sunday. In Strasbourg, MEPs will vote on housing, defence, climate, migration, and Ukraine aid.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:06 PM
THIS WEEK: EU leaders’ retreat on competitiveness, Munich Security Conference, and Ukraine
The head of the EU delegation in Kyiv, Katarína Mathernová, says the Ukrainian capital is facing a winter humanitarian catastrophe, due to Russian attacks on the heating supplies.
Moscow spokeswoman mocks EU diplomat over freezing Kyiv conditions
The head of the EU delegation in Kyiv, Katarína Mathernová, says the Ukrainian capital is facing a winter humanitarian catastrophe, due to Russian attacks on the heating supplies.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The head of the EU delegation in Kyiv, Katarína Mathernová, says the Ukrainian capital is facing a winter humanitarian catastrophe, due to Russian attacks on the heating supplies.
New anti-asylum laws are likely to be rubber-stamped by the European Parliament on Tuesday, amid further alarm over the far-right influence on migration
EU Parliament set to adopt tougher asylum laws amid far-right pressure
New anti-asylum laws are likely to be rubber-stamped by the European Parliament on Tuesday, amid further alarm over the far-right influence on migration
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February 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
New anti-asylum laws are likely to be rubber-stamped by the European Parliament on Tuesday, amid further alarm over the far-right influence on migration
The European Commission has warned US tech giant Meta that it intends to implement measures to prevent a policy change on WhatsApp that would prevent third-party AI assistance — a move the executive sees as a potential antitrust violation.
Brussels warns WhatsApp to stop blocking alternative AI services
The European Commission has warned US tech giant Meta that it intends to implement measures to prevent a policy change on WhatsApp that would prevent third-party AI assistance — a move the executive sees as a potential antitrust violation.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
The European Commission has warned US tech giant Meta that it intends to implement measures to prevent a policy change on WhatsApp that would prevent third-party AI assistance — a move the executive sees as a potential antitrust violation.
Big and small European companies are most concerned about the lack of skilled staff. So why is this not a key topic at the EU leaders' retreat on 12 February in the Alden Biesen castle, when 'simplification' of legislation is?
EU leaders’ retreat needs to hear less about ‘deregulation’ from Draghi
Big and small European companies are most concerned about the lack of skilled staff. So why is this not a key topic at the EU leaders' retreat on 12 February in the Alden Biesen castle, when 'simplification' of legislation is?
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February 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Big and small European companies are most concerned about the lack of skilled staff. So why is this not a key topic at the EU leaders' retreat on 12 February in the Alden Biesen castle, when 'simplification' of legislation is?
After Elon Musk's X, could Europe finally build its own social media powerhouse? In this episode, Léa Marchal explores the “W” social media platform, Anna Zeiter’s bold alternative — its ambitions, challenges, and whether Europe can truly rival US tech giants.
Listen: Can a European social platform compete with X?
After Elon Musk's X, could Europe finally build its own social media powerhouse? In this episode, Léa Marchal explores the “W” social media platform, Anna Zeiter’s bold alternative — its ambitions, challenges, and whether Europe can truly rival US tech giants.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:48 AM
After Elon Musk's X, could Europe finally build its own social media powerhouse? In this episode, Léa Marchal explores the “W” social media platform, Anna Zeiter’s bold alternative — its ambitions, challenges, and whether Europe can truly rival US tech giants.
This week, EU leaders will meet in Alden Biesen to discuss economic reforms and competitiveness, while the Munich Security Conference takes place from Friday to Sunday. In Strasbourg, MEPs will vote on housing, defence, climate, migration, and Ukraine aid.
THIS WEEK: EU leaders’ retreat on competitiveness, Munich Security Conference, and Ukraine
This week, EU leaders will meet in Alden Biesen to discuss economic reforms and competitiveness, while the Munich Security Conference takes place from Friday to Sunday. In Strasbourg, MEPs will vote on housing, defence, climate, migration, and Ukraine aid.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:06 AM
This week, EU leaders will meet in Alden Biesen to discuss economic reforms and competitiveness, while the Munich Security Conference takes place from Friday to Sunday. In Strasbourg, MEPs will vote on housing, defence, climate, migration, and Ukraine aid.
How Epstein and Bannon tried to reshape EU politics, hated Merkel
How Epstein and Bannon tried to reshape EU politics, hated Merkel
<div><img width="600" height="433" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/HOUSEOVERSIGHT065955Redacted-Copy-e1770385007377-2-600x433.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/HOUSEOVERSIGHT065955Redacted-Copy-e1770385007377-2-600x433.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/HOUSEOVERSIGHT065955Redacted-Copy-e1770385007377-2-1200x866.jpg 1200w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/HOUSEOVERSIGHT065955Redacted-Copy-e1770385007377-2.jpg 1584w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>The Epstein files show not only how he abused women and girls while mixing with powerful people, but also how he tried to influence politics in Europe.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:05 AM
How Epstein and Bannon tried to reshape EU politics, hated Merkel
The Epstein files show not only how he abused women and girls while mixing with powerful people, but also how he tried to influence politics in Europe.
How Epstein and Bannon tried to reshape EU politics, hated Merkel
The Epstein files show not only how he abused women and girls while mixing with powerful people, but also how he tried to influence politics in Europe.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:05 PM
The Epstein files show not only how he abused women and girls while mixing with powerful people, but also how he tried to influence politics in Europe.
Russian satellite manoeuvring towards EU spying-risk zone
Russian satellite manoeuvring towards EU spying-risk zone
<div><img width="600" height="401" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/44350914725_1bda643dce_o-600x401.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/44350914725_1bda643dce_o-600x401.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/44350914725_1bda643dce_o-1200x802.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>Russia's 'Cosmos-2589' satellite is one to watch for future spying on EU signals, after Moscow's FSB's older model joined a "graveyard".
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February 7, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Russian satellite manoeuvring towards EU spying-risk zone
EU calls foul on FIFA’s Russia reinstatement bid
EU calls foul on FIFA’s Russia reinstatement bid
<div><img width="600" height="337" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-06-at-14.57.57-600x337.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-06-at-14.57.57-600x337.png 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-06-at-14.57.57-1200x675.png 1200w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-06-at-14.57.57.png 2020w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>The European Commission has voiced opposition to Russia’s reinstatement in international football, following FIFA’s announcement that it is ready to lift the ban imposed in 2022 after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
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February 7, 2026 at 1:27 AM
EU calls foul on FIFA’s Russia reinstatement bid
North Africa holds key to EU-Africa trade boost, says IMF chief
North Africa holds key to EU-Africa trade boost, says IMF chief
<div><img width="600" height="399" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2016/09/e2ffd915c6953aee1154d5daede88ee8-600x399.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2016/09/e2ffd915c6953aee1154d5daede88ee8-600x399.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2016/09/e2ffd915c6953aee1154d5daede88ee8-1200x799.jpg 1200w, https://static.euobserver.com/2016/09/e2ffd915c6953aee1154d5daede88ee8-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://static.euobserver.com/2016/09/e2ffd915c6953aee1154d5daede88ee8-2048x1363.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>North African countries can drive a multi-billion euro increase in EU-Africa trade, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva told a conference in Algiers.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:20 AM
North Africa holds key to EU-Africa trade boost, says IMF chief
What Europe can learn from Finland on civilian and military preparedness
What Europe can learn from Finland on civilian and military preparedness
<div><img width="600" height="400" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2022/09/3c6c247ca17ad30a0f0ae4f427440d01-600x400.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2022/09/3c6c247ca17ad30a0f0ae4f427440d01-600x400.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2022/09/3c6c247ca17ad30a0f0ae4f427440d01-1200x801.jpg 1200w, https://static.euobserver.com/2022/09/3c6c247ca17ad30a0f0ae4f427440d01.jpg 1316w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>As the EU Commission implements its Preparedness Union Strategy announced in March 2025, Finland stands among the very few member states that have already operationalised what Brussels is still designing.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:22 PM
What Europe can learn from Finland on civilian and military preparedness
TikTok’s addictive design breaches the DSA, EU Commission finds
TikTok’s addictive design breaches the DSA, EU Commission finds
<div><img width="600" height="450" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/tech-insider-RAjLJCjZuGQ-unsplash-600x450.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/tech-insider-RAjLJCjZuGQ-unsplash-600x450.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/tech-insider-RAjLJCjZuGQ-unsplash-1200x900.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>The European Commission preliminarily found TikTok in violation of the Digital Services Act on Friday, for breaching the EU’s addictive design rules — such as not adequately assessing addiction risk and implementing weak mitigation features
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February 6, 2026 at 9:29 PM
TikTok’s addictive design breaches the DSA, EU Commission finds
EU goes tactical, as Trump lets START nuclear arms deal expire
EU goes tactical, as Trump lets START nuclear arms deal expire
<div><img width="600" height="400" src="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/54731855598_c999a70b68_o-600x400.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/54731855598_c999a70b68_o-600x400.jpg 600w, https://static.euobserver.com/2026/02/54731855598_c999a70b68_o-1200x800.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></div>Any new US-Russia deal on strategic nuclear bombs would have mostly "symbolic" value, as France and Germany focus on tactical threats instead.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:51 PM
EU goes tactical, as Trump lets START nuclear arms deal expire
Russia's 'Cosmos-2589' satellite is one to watch for future spying on EU signals, after Moscow's FSB's older model joined a "graveyard".
Russian satellite manoeuvring towards EU spying-risk zone
Russia's 'Cosmos-2589' satellite is one to watch for future spying on EU signals, after Moscow's FSB's older model joined a "graveyard".
euobserver.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Russia's 'Cosmos-2589' satellite is one to watch for future spying on EU signals, after Moscow's FSB's older model joined a "graveyard".
The European Commission has voiced opposition to Russia’s reinstatement in international football, following FIFA’s announcement that it is ready to lift the ban imposed in 2022 after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
EU calls foul on FIFA’s Russia reinstatement bid
The European Commission has voiced opposition to Russia’s reinstatement in international football, following FIFA’s announcement that it is ready to lift the ban imposed in 2022 after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
euobserver.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:27 PM
The European Commission has voiced opposition to Russia’s reinstatement in international football, following FIFA’s announcement that it is ready to lift the ban imposed in 2022 after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
North African countries can drive a multi-billion euro increase in EU-Africa trade, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva told a conference in Algiers.
North Africa holds key to EU-Africa trade boost, says IMF chief
North African countries can drive a multi-billion euro increase in EU-Africa trade, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva told a conference in Algiers.
euobserver.com
February 6, 2026 at 2:20 PM
North African countries can drive a multi-billion euro increase in EU-Africa trade, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva told a conference in Algiers.
Are Europeans truly ready for a Russian threat? As Ukraine endures war and peace talks stall, Léa Marchal examines EU defence preparedness, spending gaps, and the warnings of President Zelensky. Is Europe acting fast enough? The short answer is no.
Listen: Is the EU well prepared for a threat from Russia?
Are Europeans truly ready for a Russian threat? As Ukraine endures war and peace talks stall, Léa Marchal examines EU defence preparedness, spending gaps, and the warnings of President Zelensky. Is Europe acting fast enough? The short answer is no.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Are Europeans truly ready for a Russian threat? As Ukraine endures war and peace talks stall, Léa Marchal examines EU defence preparedness, spending gaps, and the warnings of President Zelensky. Is Europe acting fast enough? The short answer is no.
As the EU Commission implements its Preparedness Union Strategy announced in March 2025, Finland stands among the very few member states that have already operationalised what Brussels is still designing.
What Europe can learn from Finland on civilian and military preparedness
As the EU Commission implements its Preparedness Union Strategy announced in March 2025, Finland stands among the very few member states that have already operationalised what Brussels is still designing.
euobserver.com
February 6, 2026 at 12:23 PM
As the EU Commission implements its Preparedness Union Strategy announced in March 2025, Finland stands among the very few member states that have already operationalised what Brussels is still designing.
The European Commission preliminarily found TikTok in violation of the Digital Services Act on Friday, for breaching the EU’s addictive design rules — such as not adequately assessing addiction risk and implementing weak mitigation features
TikTok’s addictive design breaches the DSA, EU Commission finds
The European Commission preliminarily found TikTok in violation of the Digital Services Act on Friday, for breaching the EU’s addictive design rules — such as not adequately assessing addiction risk and implementing weak mitigation features
euobserver.com
February 6, 2026 at 11:29 AM
The European Commission preliminarily found TikTok in violation of the Digital Services Act on Friday, for breaching the EU’s addictive design rules — such as not adequately assessing addiction risk and implementing weak mitigation features