CERN transport feat may redefine European access to antimatter
The successful transport of antimatter may mark the beginning of a more distributed model of scientific research.
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Latvia's language shift exposes strains beyond the classroom
As the Ukraine war hardens security concerns, Russian-speaking communities face growing pressure in daily life.
Europe drives surge in global arms transfers as U.S. dominance expands
New data show Ukraine as world’s largest arms importer while Russian exports collapse and NATO members rearm.
E.U. moves to codify science diplomacy as strategic instrument
New European Commission proposal would establish an E.U. framework linking research to diplomatic and other priorities.
IMF executive board will consider a new $8.2B program for Ukraine
The program aims to help finance critical spending, maintain financial stability and unlock additional external support.
U.S.-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks explore ceasefire, territory terms
Negotiators met in Geneva as the fourth anniversary of the invasion approached and military strikes continued.
Five nations invoke chemical weapons treaty in Navalny's death
Laboratory analyses cited as evidence of toxin poisoning prompt referral to OPCW compliance mechanisms.
Merz warns rules-based order eroding, urges trans-Atlantic reset
German chancellor says NATO benefits U.S. as well as Europe amid continued tensions over Greenland and burden-sharing.
NATO and Washington align on reduced U.S. role with guarantees
European allies assume greater defense responsibility as former U.S. officials stress alliance remains central to security.
European security forum warns of ‘wrecking ball’ in postwar order
Munich Security Conference signals deepening strain on global rules, alliances and multilateral constraints.
Dispute grows over planned ICE presence in Europe before Olympics
Concerns over human rights and jurisdiction surface as Washington seeks security role at Milano-Cortina 2026.
U.S. allies seek more independence as Trump claims Greenland deal
European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.
Council of Europe advances plan to ease illegal migrant deportations
Nations will consider weakening migrant protections, making it easier to deport illegal migrants and foreign criminals.
IAEA flags Chernobyl's damaged protective shield after drone strike
The U.N. nuclear watchdog also sent inspectors to urgently check at least 10 electrical substations in the national grid.
U.S., Ukraine cite progress at Geneva talks despite Trump ultimatum
The talks were complicated by Trump's renewed public criticism and a private threat to end U.S. military aid for Kyiv.
UNEP schedules session to organize the resumption of plastic treaty talks
Negotiators must finish the financial mechanism and agree on binding measures to phase out toxic chemicals in plastics.