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The Russian Orthodox Church has been a long-time ally of Vladimir Putin, supporting his actions in Ukraine.

The Turkish Naval Forces' domestic production-based large armament programs have spurred the Greek Naval Forces into action. A 12-year armament program including the purchase of new warships and the modernization of existing warships until 2037 has been prepared.

German government official Ferda Ataman urges the government to withdraw from the controversial X platform owned by Elon Musk, citing concerns over political influence.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticized tech billionaire Elon Musk during a speech in Madrid, without directly naming him, for supporting extremist groups and attacking institutions.

Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP sparks debate in Germany.

Finland has detained the oil tanker Eagle S, which the Finnish police believe caused damage to cables in the Baltic Sea, after it was declared unseaworthy during a Finnish inspection.

US President-elect Donald Trump, who promised to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours during his election campaign, has yet to develop a peace plan that will satisfy both Ukraine and Russia as his inauguration approaches.

Donald Trump is persisting on the idea of acquiring Greenland while his son, Don Jr., makes a 'private visit' to the island.

As the 3rd anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war approaches, Ukraine is faced with a bleak outlook due to the escalating conflict and dwindling resources.

Tibetan organizations in the Netherlands express worry about the earthquake in southern Tibet and its consequences.

Jean-Marie Le Pen, the French politician who is considered the first successful national-populist in Europe, passed away at the age of 96. Explore his life and controversial legacy.

The relative peace in the Middle East is on thin ice as tensions rise between Israel and Iran. Read more about the potential upcoming events in 2025.

British trains faced cancellations as union directives prohibit train drivers from walking on snowy platforms, causing inconvenience to passengers.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere expressed concern over Elon Musk's direct involvement in the political affairs of other countries, stating that it is worrying for a person with such wide social media reach and massive economic resources to interfere in internal matters of other nations.

European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, have raised alarms over the direct involvement of Elon Musk in elections and internal affairs of different countries.

US President Joe Biden made a blunder by confusing the date of his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden claimed he has known Putin for 47 years, which is not accurate.

After weeks on the defensive following a Russian counteroffensive, Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region have launched a counterattack. The situation in Kursk intensifies as both sides escalate their military actions.

The World Health Organization's European branch comments on the increasing cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in China, stating that it is a familiar virus with usually mild symptoms.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has denied the allegations of visiting Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin before the general elections on February 23.

Stockholm University has been found guilty of discrimination against a Turkish student named Fatma Zehra S. by rejecting her internship application on the grounds of Turkey's blocking of Sweden's NATO entry.

The leader of the Christian Democratic Union in Germany, Friedrich Merz, suggests that the law facilitating the transition to German citizenship should be revised.

Elon Musk stirs up controversy in the UK by urging Prince Charles to dissolve Parliament for early general elections, targeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer along the way.

Italian coffee prices are on the rise due to various factors, leaving coffee enthusiasts concerned about the future costs of their favorite cup of espresso.

European ministers from Germany and France met with the leader of the transitional government, Ahmad al-Sha'ar, in Damascus to discuss the post-regime change scenario in Syria.

Poland, which took over the EU Council Presidency from Hungary, did not invite Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to the official opening ceremony. The diplomatic crisis between the two countries arose when Hungary granted political asylum to a Polish parliamentarian wanted by Poland.

US President-elect Donald Trump demands that European countries reopen the North Sea for oil drilling, even requiring wind farms to be removed for American companies. Trump made this demand on his social media platform Truth Social.

Elon Musk's recent comments and support for the pro-Russian AfD party in Germany have sparked backlash and controversy.

Sweden has initiated a wolf hunt to halve the population of the endangered predator amid difficulties in coexisting with the species. The hunt has sparked controversy and has been deemed illegal by the EU.

Billionaire Elon Musk has called for the release of Tommy Robinson, one of the most well-known far-right activists in the United Kingdom.

Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, stated that the flow of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine has been stopped, blaming the US for prioritizing its own economy.