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- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · Analysis
Bomb threats: Madrid speaks of psychological warfare after new evacuations
After the second wave of false alarms recorded yesterday, the first institutional reactions arrive: the Irish government suggests a coordinated campaign, the Spanish foreign minister speaks of hybrid aggression, Moscow denies involvement.
- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
As of 2 p.m. on November 7, the French Interior Ministry counted 7,000 participants in 68 actions across the country, with a deployment of about 70,000 police and gendarmes. In Paris, two members of the yellow vests coordination were detained in front of the National Assembly. Le Monde.
- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The European Commission has notified TikTok of preliminary findings of violation of the Digital Services Act, arguing that the feed does not reduce the risks of content that fuels spirals of sadness, isolation or body image issues among users. Geopolitical Briefings.
- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · Analysis
Second wave of bomb threats hits European flights and newsrooms
A campaign of coordinated threats hit dozens of flights and media outlets in Ireland and the United Kingdom on November 6. Checks found no explosives, but authorities still do not know who is behind it.
- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni wrote to European Council President Antonio Costa urging unity among the 27 member states in negotiations on Ukraine's reconstruction. The European Commission said it fully shares the need for a cohesive European front in talks for a lasting peace. Costa responded on November 6, recalling that representation of the Union's interests falls to its institutions under the Treaties. Eunews.
- Saturday, 7 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The European Commission has drawn up a first assessment of the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, noting a decrease in irregular arrivals across the continent. The report identifies Italy, Greece, Spain and Cyprus as the four states under greatest migratory pressure, potential beneficiaries of the solidarity fund planned for 2027. Six other countries, including Poland and Austria, are described as facing a significant migratory situation, bringing the total to fifteen states exposed to risk. Quotidiano Nazionale.
- Friday, 6 November 2026 · Analysis
Sweden, far right gives up ministries to unblock government
After two failed parliamentary votes, the Sweden Democrats withdraw their requests for ministerial posts, opening the way for a centre-right government led by conservative Ulf Kristersson.
- Friday, 6 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
After the mobilization of November 5, the French prime minister has scheduled a social conference with unions and employers' organizations for Monday; Labor Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou must conclude negotiations by Sunday, November 8. (Le Monde)
- Friday, 6 November 2026 · Analysis
Brussels strengthens ties with Canada and rolls out new anti-drug rules
The 21st EU-Canada summit launches a Future Partnership Alliance towards a closer association without full membership. Meanwhile, the EU Council approves new rules on chemical drug precursors.
- Thursday, 5 November 2026 · Analysis
Brussels disburses €4.36 billion to Kyiv and puts the enlargement roadmap in writing
The European Commission has paid out a new tranche of financial support to Ukraine and presented accession roadmaps for four candidate countries, separating for the first time Chisinau's timeline from Kyiv's.
- Thursday, 5 November 2026 · Analysis
Spanish Transport Minister resigns after Urda disaster
Óscar Puente leaves the ministry after the rail accident that cost 69 lives: Pedro Sánchez temporarily hands the portfolio to Carlos Cuerpo.
- Thursday, 5 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The European Commission adopted its annual enlargement package on November 4, with indicative roadmaps for the four candidate countries furthest along in negotiations. Montenegro could sign the EU accession treaty in June 2027, if it manages to complete the steps still required under the published timetable. Brussels believes negotiations with Podgorica could conclude as early as December, leaving work on the treaty text for the following spring. President Ursula von der Leyen linked the package to the progress made by some candidate countries over the past year, according to the European Commission Representation in Italy.
- Thursday, 5 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The European Commission adopted its 2027 work programme on November 4, focused on the single market, defence and security, quality of life and democracy. At the same time, it decided to withdraw 18 legislative proposals in the banking, transport, housing and digital policy sectors, deeming them outdated amid resistance from national governments. President von der Leyen presented the programme as part of the strategy to make Europe more competitive by cutting red tape, according to Eunews and AgenSIR.
- Thursday, 5 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
Eight French unions called for a day of strikes and demonstrations on Thursday, November 5, over wages, public services, employment and industry. Labour Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou opened the door to moving up the automatic revaluation of the minimum wage, the Smic, from its originally scheduled date of January 1 to December 1. The government is also considering an additional discretionary increase to the minimum wage, on top of the automatic adjustment, reports Le Monde.
- Wednesday, 4 November 2026 · Analysis
EU sets roadmap for enlargement, Kallas warns of Russian sabotage
The European Commission presents the enlargement package for Ukraine, Moldova, Montenegro and Albania, while High Representative Kallas signals an increase in Russian hybrid attacks against Europe.
- Wednesday, 4 November 2026 · Analysis
Spain to vote on November 29 after fall of Sánchez government
The Spanish premier dissolves Parliament after the rejection of housing decrees in Congress, in a country where the housing crisis has become the central political issue.
- Wednesday, 4 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The European Commission is hosting a meeting in Brussels with France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, NATO and the World Bank to discuss Ukraine's future after the war. The meeting precedes the trilateral talks between the United States, Ukraine and Russia scheduled for November 10 and 11 in Abu Dhabi. "Tomorrow our teams will also be in Brussels, and there will be meetings" (transl. from English), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. EUnews, Ukrinform
- Tuesday, 3 November 2026 · Analysis
Poland, alert on Russian border: special forces deployed in the north of the country
Prime Minister Donald Tusk reports suspicious movements on the border with Russia shortly after midnight; the deputy defense minister speaks of advance information on possible infiltrations.
- Tuesday, 3 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The leaders of Ukraine, Albania, Moldova, Georgia, North Macedonia, Armenia and Croatia met in Brussels with the European Council to discuss EU enlargement. According to Euronews, Montenegro remains held back by bilateral disputes, Albania by internal protests, while Moldova and Ukraine show uneven progress. Source: Euronews.
- Tuesday, 3 November 2026 · From Zero's Briefs
The United Kingdom and the European Union have agreed on a draft deal to eliminate the customs checks and bureaucratic procedures introduced after Brexit on the export of food and agricultural products. The deal is expected to scrap the health and phytosanitary certificates currently required, in exchange for a British commitment to comply with EU rules on the matter, a mechanism called dynamic alignment. Confirmation is expected at the November 20 summit. Source: QuotidianoNet.
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