EU political leaders throw weight behind Greenland
By Martin Banks EU parliament political group leaders have stepped into the row over the future of Greenland.
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January 15, 2026 Warning over “racist” language in election campaigns
By Martin Banks The President of the Roma Foundation for Europe has urged political leaders to denounce “racist language” in election campaigns.
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January 14, 2026 EU politicians tell Iran: “People have the right to peaceful protest”
By Martin Banks The European Green Party says it “strongly condemns” what it calls the Iran authorities’ “violent repression of peaceful protests that includes killings and mass arrests.” The pan-EU party has now called on the European Union to “move beyond statements and take decisive action against those responsible.” The demand comes with tensions still […]
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January 14, 2026 Exclusive: The Netherlands to propose fresh sanctions against Iran after protest crackdown
The proposed sanctions would include the freezing of assets for new individuals involved in the recent crackdown, which has reportedly claimed hundreds of lives since protests began nearly two weeks ago in Iran.
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January 13, 2026 Panto is back in Belgium…. oh yes it is
By Martin Banks It’s that time of the year again…oh, yes it is.
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January 13, 2026 Spectacular stage show is a stomping success and it’s heading to Belgium
By Martin Banks You would not, at first, think that making a lot of noise by banging rubbish bins could be a form of entertainment.
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January 11, 2026 Berlin mayor Kai Wegner under fire for playing tennis during major blackout caused by attack
He was seen as a beacon of hope in Berlin city politics and wanted to bring law and order to the German capital, but after the scandal over his playing tennis while tens of thousands were without power came to light, Kai Wegner’s career is now on the brink of collapse.
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January 9, 2026 Ferries, airports and trains: Travel chaos continues as UK and France are buffeted by Storm Goretti
Airports and rail operators are taking precautions, with closures and widespread cancellations continuing on Friday.
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January 8, 2026 Greens condemn reported US “plans” for Greenland
By Martin Banks The European Green Party has reacted strongly to a fresh White House statement that the use of US military force against Greenland is “always an option”.
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January 7, 2026 Special year ahead for famous Brussels festival
By Martin Banks In 2026, Belgium’s famous Queen Elisabeth Competition will celebrate a truly special edition.
