EU leaders postponed a seven-year budget agreement as Germany sought spending cuts and France promoted new levies on digital services, crypto assets and online gambling.
Finland is urging the EU to halt Russian tourist visas, raising new compliance and strategy questions for companies exposed to Europe travel rules.
German and Austrian authorities searched two businessmen suspected of routing vehicles to Russia through third countries in breach of EU sanctions.
Austria plans to extend mandatory military service to nine months, enhancing training and pay amid growing security threats and geopolitical tensions in Europe.
The Communist Party of Austria won a second consecutive victory in Graz’s municipal elections by focusing on pragmatic housing policies and moderate rhetoric, challenging traditional party dynamics.
Western governesses teach Putin’s alleged children foreign languages under strict confidentiality, with hiring managed by Kabaeva’s relatives and high security protocols in place.
The EU and Mercosur initiate a provisional free trade agreement, presenting growth opportunities and regulatory challenges for European industries, especially in Germany.