As conflict escalates in the Middle East, Ursula von der Leyen's foreign policy approach has triggered internal dissent and exposed deep divisions within the EU.

Andy Burnham’s bid to return to the House of Commons via the Makerfield by-election is being met with criticism over his support for rejoining the EU. He aims to define his leadership through a policy of regional decentralisation intended to revive local economies.

President Emmanuel Macron led a historic Bastille Day parade in Paris, featuring 7,600 troops and allied support for Ukraine amidst regional tensions.

The European Union has implemented a ban on the import of Sudanese gold and the export of mercury and cyanide to weaken the financial resources of warring factions. Experts note that the effectiveness of these sanctions relies on the cooperation of regional transit countries and international trading hubs.

Housing has become the primary financial burden for EU households, with average expenditure reaching 19.7% of disposable income in 2023. This report examines regional disparities and the disproportionate impact of housing costs on lower-income families.

A decade after the referendum, a majority of the British public supports rejoining the European Union, though appetite for an immediate new vote is limited. Demographic shifts and economic impacts continue to influence national sentiment regarding ties to the bloc.