France imposes stricter visa rules for Russians, requiring in-person submissions amid rising delays at EU visa centers in Moscow.
France and Italy express reservations over the EU's proposed entry ban on Russian combatants, fearing it may unintentionally impact all Russian travelers amid the 21st sanctions package.
Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani cancels US visit after President Trump's offensive comments about PM Meloni, raising diplomatic tensions and market watch concerns.
G7 leaders unveil new sanctions targeting Russian energy exports and pledge increased delivery of advanced weaponry to Ukraine amid shifting battlefield dynamics.
France, Germany, the UK, and Italy endorse the US-Iran deal, emphasizing nuclear non-proliferation and the restoration of safe maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Rheinmetall signs a €5.7 billion arms deal with Romania, funded by the EU’s Security Action for Europe program, marking a significant boost in European defense procurement.
Israel faces sharp criticism from the EU and US after a minister posted a video showing detained pro-Palestinian activists kneeling with bound hands, sparking diplomatic protests.
EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US use divide-and-rule tactics to weaken European Union unity, urging member states to maintain collective strength.
Serbia holds its first joint military exercises with NATO forces, involving 600 troops, marking a key moment in Balkan military cooperation amid ongoing regional tensions.
President Trump announces US troop reductions in Germany will exceed 5,000, signaling major shifts in US military deployments amid tensions with European allies.
Italy and Germany express concern over Israel’s interception of a humanitarian flotilla near Crete aimed at delivering aid to Gaza amid ongoing tensions.
Ryanair will close its Berlin base in 2026 and cut flights by 50%, citing rising aviation taxes and airport fees in Germany that undermine budget airline operations.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni condemns Russian TV host Solovyov's insults, prompting Italy to summon Russia’s ambassador amid broad political support and media coverage.