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Switzerland

Pro-Palestinian activists hold first protest in Switzerland after ban

On the Global Day of Action for Gaza, protesters in Switzerland called for a permanent ceasefire in the region, accusing the country of being “complicit in genocide” despite its declared neutrality.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? Furious farmers bring Germany to a standstill

In this edition, we look at the root causes of farmers' fury in Germany and break down the recently agreed EU fiscal rules reform.

Green News

German farmers' protest brings Berlin to a standstill

The protest caps off a week-long demonstration against a plan to cut farmers' fuel subsidies.

Poland

Polish farmers continue Ukraine border protest

Long-running demonstrations resume with Poland's truckers calling on Donald Tusk's government for aid.

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Serbia

Students block key roads in Belgrade as protests continue

Serbian police said Monday they had detained at least 38 people who took part in Sunday's protest against reported widespread voting irregularities.

Green News

This ‘anthem for doomed youth’ could be the UK’s Christmas number one

The single has gained backing from Victoria Mary Clarke, the widow of ‘Fairytale of New York’ singer Shane MacGowan.

Slovakia

Protests continue in Slovakia against proposed penal code changes

Slovakia’s streets were again sites of protest on Tuesday, with thousands of people mobilising across major cities to oppose plans by populist Prime Minister Robert Fico’s new government to amend the country’s penal code.

Culture news

Paris Opera Ballerinas to go on strike over Christmas period

Ballet dancers at the Paris Opera will put down their pointe shoes between 23 and 31 December over workers rights.

Ukraine

Protesters in Kyiv demand funds redirected from civil works to war

Protesters in Kyiv have demanded a redirection of funds from municipal projects to the military, expressing concern over perceived wasteful spending by city officials amid the country's ongoing war with Russia.

Slovakia

Thousands rally in Slovakia to condemn unpopular new government plans

Slovakians took to the streets of various towns and cities, including the capital Bratislava, to protest controversial proposals made by the new government of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Serbia

Serbians dreaming of EU membership feel betrayed ahead of elections

Pro-Western, democracy activists in Serbia said they feel betrayed by the EU for failing to act to prevent or punish the autocratic turn of President Aleksandar Vučić’s government.

Economy

Thousands protest in Brussels for better wages and services

Critics of the EU's proposed Stability and Growth pact say the policy would lead to austerity, job losses and lower wages.

Georgia

Georgians rally for EU candidacy amidst political tensions

Georgians march in Tbilisi to support EU candidacy amid President Zourabichvili's call for closer ties, as the nation grapples with opposition accusations of pro-Russia policies and navigates complex relations with Moscow.

Albania

Why is Albania's opposition party protesting in parliament?

Flares ignite dissent as the opposition battles against allegations of corruption, risking the nation's political future in a high-stakes clash with the ruling Socialists.

World News

'Forgotten heroes': Hundreds of Italian doctors and nurses protest

They demand respect, call themselves "the forgotten heroes", and, most importantly, are determined to have their voices heard.

Green News

COP28: What's happening on day 5 of the UN climate conference?

We're bringing you all the latest stories from the UN climate conference in Dubai.

Green News

Why are Dutch farmers being paid to close their farms?

The EU has approved a €1.5 billion scheme to buy out Dutch farmers and reduce nitrogen emissions.

The Cube

Fact-check: Have rare anti-Hamas protests really broken out in Gaza?

Numerous social media users and Israeli government accounts have claimed that anti-Hamas demonstrations had been organised in the south of Gaza - a rare and unprecedented event. The Cube took a closer look at those claims.

Green News

COP28: Activists fear surveillance and arrests at Dubai climate summit

Assurances about the ability to "peacefully assemble" and the promise of "inclusive" negotiations, are not enough to reassure activists.

The Cube

Did pro-Palestine protesters brandish Islamic State flags in Europe?

Some social media users are accusing pro-Palestine demonstrators of sympathising with the terrorist group Islamic State (IS). However, most of these flags represent the Shahada, a declaration of faith in Islam.