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Seine Macht ist das Blockieren

Nawrocki verweigert vier neu gewählten Verfassungsrichter*innen den Amtseid – ein weiterer Rückschlag für die Rechtsstaatlichkeit.

Dienstag 14. April 2026

Entscheidet Putins Propaganda die Wahl in Ungarn?

Von Politikberatern des Kremls, die Desinformationskampagnen koordinieren, bis hin zum Vorschlag eines inszenierten Attentats auf Viktor Orbán: Der Wahlkampf vor den ungarischen Parlamentswahlen am 12. April ist aggressiv wie selten zuvor. Erstmals nach 16 Jahren wird die Abwahl des am längsten (…)

Samstag 11. April 2026

„Volksrepublik Narwa“ – Muss Estland jetzt um seine Staatlichkeit fürchten?

„Volksrepublik Narwa“ heißt die am 14. Juli 2025 erstellte Telegram-Gruppe, welche mit ihrem separatistischen Inhalt in Estland für große Diskussionen sorgt.

Donnerstag 2. April 2026

Französische Kommunalwahlen: Radikale Parteien auf dem Vormarsch in die Rathäuser

Historisch niedrige Wahlbeteiligung, schwache Ergebnisse für Macrons Lager und ein Erstarken der Rechtsextremen

Samstag 21. März 2026

Reclaiming Patriotism: The Battle for the Soul of Poland’s National Holiday

In Poland, Independence Day on November 11 has for years been a testament to deep political schizophrenia.

Sonntag 7. Dezember 2025

Slovakia hard-wires anti-LGBTQ+ rules into constitution, prompting likely EU legal challenge

Slovakia rewrites parts of its constitution on family, gender and education. Only two sexes recognised, adoption narrowed to married couples, and “national identity” given primacy. A step that is likely to be scrutinised by the EU.

Dienstag 2. Dezember 2025

EU pushes for alcohol-free driving

The rules on drinking and driving vary across the EU. Denmark is lowering the tolerance limit and the Commission is planning a zero-alcohol regulation. But how does the legislation behind this work, who has the power to introduce it, and what are the hurdles?

Montag 24. November 2025

Wolves on the rise: “I don’t sleep well anymore” says farmer

Residents of Oksbøl, often referred to as Denmark’s wolf capital, have altered their daily routines in response to a growing wolf population. In turn, the government has launched a wolf action plan, which includes a local wolf guard group and the option to regulate wolves, made possible by the EU’s recent easing of wolf protection rules.

Montag 17. November 2025

Friends, neighbors, strangers? What Poles and Germans actually think of each other?

The Polish-German friendship is struggling. Memory conflicts as well as populist politicians sabotage relations between the two nations. The countries seem like neighbours who keep their distance but never shy away from judging each other. What’s hiding behind the stereotypes? Do Germans still see Poles as the struggling folks from the East? And for many in Poland, is Germany just a topic tied to World War II?

Montag 13. Oktober 2025

Belarusians against dictatorship: “I use art because it’s something you can’t erase”

On the outskirt of Europe lies Belarus, a country rich in culture, traditions and with immense history. A country of stunning nature and landscapes. Though, the country is unknown territory for many Europeans. Often it’s associated with Alexander Lukashenko and referred to as “Europe’s last dictatorship”. Nevertheless, it is also home to many talented artists. These artists have used their talent to speak out against dictatorship and oppression.

Donnerstag 2. Oktober 2025

The fight for safe and legal abortions in the EU remains

The European Union is based on key values such as freedom and equality. These values should apply to every citizen, no matter the gender. Even though it’s 2025 and men and women should have the same rights, there is still some work to be done to make sure that everyone is free and equal.

Mittwoch 24. September 2025

“We are one town in two different countries!”

The German-Polish friendship is experienced daily in the border region, nowhere more so than in the twin towns of Görlitz and Zgorzelec. In interviews, the two mayors, Octavian Ursu and Rafał Gronicz, talked about the significance of this unique cross-border relationship for their communities, their collaborative efforts, and its impact on the daily lives of their citizens.

Donnerstag 18. September 2025
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