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Zoran Milanovic, supported by the Social Democratic Party, has won the presidential election in Croatia with a record-breaking 74.5% of the votes.

Despite the strong expectations of right-wing parties in Germany, Olaf Scholz of the left-wing SPD is determined to maintain morale as they gear up for the upcoming federal elections.

IEA Chief Fatih Birol predicts a decrease in energy prices in the coming years due to a surge in solar energy, wind energy, and cheap gas.

More than 3.7 million registered voters in Croatia have started voting in the second round of the presidential election. Unofficial first results of the election are expected to be announced before midnight.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to participate in a crucial meeting in Riyadh with numerous other countries' Foreign Ministers discussing steps towards stability and security in Syria.

Somali President Hasan Sheikh Mahmud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed have agreed to restart diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The party convention of the German political party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has officially chosen Alice Weidel as their candidate for Chancellor.

German citizens express worries over the support of billionaire Elon Musk to the pro-Russian AfD party.

Nicolas Maduro has officially started his third term as the president of Venezuela after being elected for the third time in the recent presidential elections. The swearing-in ceremony took place in the National Assembly in Caracas.

Scientists from the European Beyond Epica project have drilled an ice core on the South Pole that stretches 2800 meters long, offering insights into global climate dating back as far as 1.2 million years ago.

Opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez, the true winner of the elections, is planning to return to Venezuela to claim his victory despite Maduro's claims.

Recently, the US has expanded NATO's influence by taking advantage of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Many countries have joined the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, as a result of Russia's diminishing influence and Ukraine's need for support.

A recent quirky advice from the Belgian Food Agency has caught the attention of British tabloids, sparking ridicule and amusement across Europe and beyond.

Armenia's Cabinet of Ministers has approved a draft decision on starting the country's accession process to the European Union (EU). Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan pointed to a referendum. Armenia takes the first step towards EU membership.

With rising British interest rates and fears of a recession, concerns arise about stagflation reminiscent of the 1970s in the United Kingdom.

With 56 parties and political formations applying to participate in the early general elections to be held on February 23 in Germany, the question arises whether the beloved fast food kebab will enter politics.

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.