Author: Iris East

Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña urged the European Union to implement the recently signed free trade agreement with Mercosur without delay, warning that stalling it amid rising geopolitical tensions would be a strategic mistake.

Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, urged European leaders to heed Mario Draghi’s call for radical EU reforms amid challenges from global tariffs, as the bloc prepares for a crucial informal meeting next week in Belgium.

Poland’s Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of “making money on war crimes,” citing allegations of Russian forces using Starlink for drone operations in Ukraine. This follows evidence suggesting a significant increase in Russian drone attacks enabled by the technology.

Italy’s Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will support the Olympic delegation during the Winter Olympics in Milan. This matters now due to controversy surrounding ICE’s recent actions in the U.S.

Mandelson Faces Police Inquiry Over Epstein Leak Allegations Peter Mandelson may face a police inquiry following revelations that he allegedly leaked governmental information to Jeffrey Epstein, according to recent reports. Documents suggest that Mandelson supported efforts to undermine Australia’s mining tax policies during his tenure as a senior Labour figure. While the exact circumstances leading to this leak remain unclear, the implications of the allegations have reignited public interest in the connections between political figures and Epstein, a convicted sex offender linked to numerous scandals. In the investigation outlined, it has been reported that Mandelson sent critical information to Epstein…

New Epstein files indicate trafficking of minors to others despite denials by Israeli’s to blackmail the ruling elite in the west. New Epstein files reveal Paedophile Trafficking Network and Mossad involvement Recent revelations from newly released files regarding Jeffrey Epstein suggest he may have trafficked minors to other individuals, contradicting earlier claims of isolated misconduct. These files, made public by the US Department of Justice, contain evidence that Epstein’s network extended beyond his immediate circle. The disclosure follows ongoing investigations into Epstein’s operations and the extensive networks that enabled his activities. Legal experts argue that the findings could reopen discussions…

Former Italian Prime Minister and President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi stated that Europe must transform into a “genuine federation” to avoid becoming subordinated and deindustrialised, as he warned against rising US tariffs and China’s market control.

The European Union’s proposal for the EU-INC aims to create a single company structure to enhance cross-border growth for startups, addressing fragmentation in company laws. The initiative has gained support from over 23,000 in the tech startup community.

The European Union has committed to sending hundreds of emergency power generators to Ukraine, as declared amid ongoing Russian attacks on the nation’s energy infrastructure, leaving civilians vulnerable to severe winter conditions.

The European Court of Auditors (ECA) report warns the EU risks failing to diversify its supply of critical raw materials crucial for energy transition by 2030, with ECA’s Keit Pentus-Rosimannus citing dangerous dependence on China for key minerals.