Europe News

April 8, 2026

Trump’s Iran threats set EU on edge

On today's Brussels Playbook: Zoya and Ian discuss EU foreign policy frustrations, the impact of the Iran conflict, and a debate on fur bans.

Politico Brussels•Apr 7, 2026 at 06:41 AM•2 min

Speech by President von der Leyen on the occasion of the award of the Lower Saxony Land Medal

European Commission speech, Hanover, April 7, 2026: Minister-President Lies, distinguished guests, friends, and colleagues, thank you for your kind words.

European Commission Press Release•Apr 7, 2026 at 12:05 PM•2 min

Commission announces new global health commitments at One Health Summit

The European Commission will pledge €700 million to fight HIV, tuberculosis and malaria, alongside a €46.5 million investment to strengthen health systems.

European Commission Press Release•Apr 7, 2026 at 11:38 AM•2 min

Manlio Graziano: 'Europe still needs the US but they know they cannot trust Americans anymore'

Geopolitics professor Manlio Graziano argues the US remains a superpower but is no longer the leader of the free world, citing decades of strategic

France 24 Europe•Apr 7, 2026 at 12:59 PM•2 min

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