Modernising our approach to tackling the rising wildfire threat
2025 was the worst wildfire season in Europe since records began. With climate change, the risk of wildfires is increasing, both in terms of intensity and frequency. The…
Sudan’s Escalating Conflict: Drones, External Support, and the Path to Accountability
Nearly three years into Sudan's conflict, escalating drone strikes and external arms support have created the world's largest humanitarian emergency. Experts warn…
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OSCE Assessment of France: Secularism, Security, and the Question of Minorities
The OSCE's 2026 report on France praises efforts against antisemitism but criticizes MIVILUDES for lacking transparency. Delegates note that strict secularism often…
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London Ambulance Arson Attack Condemned as Antisemitic Hate Crime
An arson attack in Golders Green, North London, targeted ambulances belonging to a Jewish community service. Authorities are investigating the incident as…
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UN chief launches major humanitarian appeal from war-torn Lebanon
In a solidarity visit to the war-ravaged capital of Lebanon, the UN chief on Friday announced a flash humanitarian appeal of $308.3…
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United Nations
Middle East war: Women in Lebanon forced to give birth on roadside
“There’s 11,600 pregnant women who are affected, 4,000 are anticipated to give birth over the next three months,” said Anandita Philipose, Lebanon Representative for the UN population fund, UNFPA. “Many of these women have…
EU Uses UN Day to Renew Anti-Slavery Pledge
Marking the International Day for Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, the European Union used the UN General Assembly platform on…
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More News newsEU Uses UN Day to Renew Anti-Slavery Pledge
Marking the International Day for Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, the European Union used…
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EU Nears FoRB Envoy Pick After Long Vacancy
Mairead McGuinness is reportedly set to become the European Union’s next Special Envoy on freedom of religion or belief, ending…
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Economy
More Economy newsEuroLeague’s €3.2bn Moment Meets NBA Pressure
European basketball’s biggest story today is not only on the court. Fresh reporting on Tuesday says the EuroLeague and its…
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New rules to address bank failures protecting taxpayers and depositors
The cost of bank failures should primarily be borne by shareholders, creditors and industry-funded safety nets More banks will fall under resolution measures, and industry-funded deposit guarantee funds…
Human Rights
More Human Rights newsCan Strasbourg Catch Up With the CRPD?
Europe Can No Longer Defend Article 5(1)(e) of the European Convention on Human Rights
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UN Human Rights Council Opens 2026 Session in Geneva
From Afghanistan and Sudan to Ukraine and child rights, the 61st regular session maps the year’s global human-rights agenda The…
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Sudan’s General Burhan: an Islamist then and now
In trying to understand Sudan, and the civil war that has killed up to 150,000 people in the last three years—a toll twice as bloody as Gaza—it is…
Politics
More Politics newsOSCE meeting probes democratic lawmaking
At the midpoint of a two-day OSCE human-dimension meeting in Vienna, the focus has settled on a growing concern across…
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Romanian Patriarchate organizes evacuation of pilgrims from the Holy Land
The tension in the Middle East and especially in Israel has caused serious concern among tens of thousands of pilgrims…
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European Political Landscape Shifts as Slovenia’s Liberals Claim Victory and Italy Awaits Referendum Results
Slovenia's liberal leader Robert Golob narrowly wins parliamentary elections, offering relief to EU diplomats. Meanwhile, Italy braces for the outcome of a critical referendum on judiciary reforms, seen…
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Religion
More Religion newsGeorgian Patriarch Ilia II Died
The name of the patriarch is associated with the recognition of the restored autocephaly and ancient patriarchal dignity of the…
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Slovak Ombudsman Targets 50,000 Faith Rule
A remark in Vienna could reopen one of Slovakia’s longest-running religious-freedom disputes. Slovakia’s long-running dispute over how the state recognizes…
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Habemus an EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief! After 480 Days!
Breaking News! White smoke for Mairead McGuinness. - Human Rights Without Frontiers hails this appointment
Society
More Society newsIn Vienna at UNODC, Petro Calls for a Smarter Drug Strategy
At the UN drug commission in Vienna on 9 March 2026, Colombian President Gustavo Petro delivered a speech that sharply…
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EU Opens DSA Case Against Shein Over Illegal Products
Commission targets “addictive design” and recommender transparency as scrutiny widens beyond Big Tech The European Commission has opened formal proceedings…
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Iran War Escalates as Europe Seeks Common Line
Fresh Israeli strikes on Iran on Friday have pushed the Middle East war back to the centre of the global news cycle, but for Europe the story is…
What to Do If… in Europe
More What to Do If… in Europe newsWhat to Do If Your Personal Data Is Misused in Europe
You open your inbox and see a message from a company you’ve never heard of — yet they somehow know…
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What to Do If You’re Fired Unfairly in the EU
You arrive at work expecting a normal day — and instead leave with a termination letter. Maybe the explanation feels…
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What to Do If You Need Healthcare Abroad in Europe
You’re on holiday, a work trip, or visiting family abroad — and suddenly something goes wrong. A sharp pain, an unexpected injury, or a medical emergency sends you…
