Published on 13/04/2026 – 18:12 GMT+2 Hungarian Prime Minister-elect Péter Magyar said at his first press conference after winning the April 12 election that the country will continue purchasing Russian energy and prioritize the cheapest available oil, a stance that appears to contrast with his campaign pledge to phase out Russian energy imports by 2035. […]
Continue ReadingAs global attention remains focused on the Middle East, a parallel contest of influence is unfolding in the Far North, where NATO troops have recently carried out a large-scale exercise simulating a Russian invasion. Armoured vehicles, ships, helicopters, and thousands of soldiers braved sub-zero conditions to test their readiness and send a clear message to […]
Continue ReadingThe Commission will consult member countries on state aid changes this week, she said. Other measures the Commission is planning include a “toolkit,” to be released April 22, that will contain plans for gas storage filling and guidelines for temporary measures to reduce taxes on energy bills and reduce demand, von der Leyen said following […]
Continue ReadingBehind most card payments in Europe stand two American giants, Visa and Mastercard – a dependence recently thrust into the spotlight. After issuing an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, several judges at the International Criminal Court were sanctioned by Washington, leaving them unable to use their bank cards – even on European soil.
Continue ReadingExtreme weather Gusts of over 300 km/h, canceled flights, closed schools. Almost 45,000 people are preparing for a storm – and Donald Trump is also reacting. Apr 13, 2026, 12:24 p.mApr 13, 2026, 12:24 p.m An article by The authorities in the Northern Mariana Islands have declared the highest warning level due to the approaching […]
Continue ReadingApr 13, 2026, 10:16 amApr 13, 2026, 10:16 am Germany’s government is planning to ease the burden on drivers in view of the high fuel prices. To this end, the energy tax on diesel and gasoline is to be reduced by around 17 cents gross per liter for a limited period of two months, as […]
Continue Reading“We Are the Champions” sounds on the streets of Budapest while the population celebrates exuberantly. Hungarian and EU flags are being waved, and some young people in the subway are shouting: “Russians, go home.” With a historically high voter turnout of over 76 percent, the Tisza party won under Peter Magyar, putting an end to […]
Continue ReadingIn an apparent response, Trump criticized the pope for “catering to the Radical Left” and failing to support the U.S. on matters of national security. “I like his brother Louis much better than I like him, because Louis is all MAGA,” Trump wrote, referring to Louis Prevost, who lives in Florida. “He gets it, and […]
Continue ReadingThe failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.
Continue ReadingWhile Paris sometimes encounters points of friction with certain European partners, this time French diplomacy is categorical: the bilateral relationship with Portugal is “excellent”. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING This Sunday 12 April marks the entry into force of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (source in French) between the two countries. Signed in Porto in February 2025 […]
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