President Zelenskyy demands more Patriot interceptors following a deadly Russian strike on Kyiv, proposing that Ukraine produce the missiles locally under U.S. license to protect civilians from ballistic terror.
Category: Europe
AI’s Paradox: Democracy vs. Technology Risks
The Council of Europe highlights AI as a transformative revolution, warning of risks like mass surveillance and disinformation while advocating for its potential to enhance public participation and democratic innovation.
Europe’s Strategy Against Hate Speech
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset outlines a “democratic security” strategy to combat hate speech, utilizing legal frameworks and technological solutions to protect victims and preserve democratic stability across Europe.
Meloni Denies Trump’s G7 Photo Claims
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni rejects Donald Trump’s claims of “begging” for a G7 photo, calling the story fabricated. The row deepens as Italy cancels diplomatic visits amid tensions over Iran.
Europe Battles Financial Crime and Terror Financing
Justice ministers from 46 Council of Europe member states meet in Strasbourg to modernize judicial responses to money laundering, crypto-assets, and the low rate of criminal asset confiscation across Europe.
Zelenskyy Proposes Direct Peace Meeting with Putin
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a direct challenge to Vladimir Putin, proposing a high-level meeting in a neutral country to negotiate a permanent end to the war and a ceasefire.
Europe’s New Plan to Save Digital Democracy
At EuroDIG 2026, the Council of Europe advanced its New Democratic Pact, focusing on digital safeguards, AI accountability, and platform governance to protect European democracy from disinformation and systemic risks.