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UK must speed up net-zero aviation, says Tony Blair
The recommendation, by the ex-PM’s policy body, is Blair’s third intervention on green policy this year.
Belgium says suspicious drones ‘come to spy’ on fighter jets, ammunition
2 more suspects charged in Louvre heist
EU condemns Belarus balloon incursions after Hungary delays statement
Lukashenko bites back at Lithuania over balloons-induced border closure
Balloon-smuggling surge prompts Lithuania to permanently shut border with Belarus
France makes arrests in brazen Louvre jewel heist
Build more, say Dutch politicians ahead of another election. But where?
Like in many European countries, the Netherlands faces a severe housing crisis — making where and how to build a major campaign issue.
Helium balloons carrying smuggled cigarettes shut down Lithuania’s main airport
Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė points the finger at Belarus over airspace incident.
EU seeks to boost powers to board Russian shadow fleet vessels, document shows
The bloc also considers “targeting the provision of logistical support to shadow fleet vessels,” according to EEAS document seen by POLITICO.
Ryanair chief and Spanish minister set for court clash over carry-on bags
The low-cost carrier is slugging it out with Madrid over extra charges that are key to the discount carrier’s business model.
EU top court rules pets can be ‘baggage,’ limiting airline liability for lost animals
The ruling comes in a case in which a dog escaped from its pet-carrier at Buenos Aires airport and was never recovered.
Chaos looms over EU entry points as new border checks take effect
The Entry/Exit System was designed to strengthen security, but it could lead to long wait times.
Nazi legacy complicates Germany’s efforts to fight Russian drones
Postwar constitutional provisions meant to keep the German military out of domestic affairs leave the country more vulnerable to the Kremlin’s incursions.
‘Hybrid warfare’ or more of the same? Getting a grip on drones across Europe.
UAV incursions have been happening for years, but they’ve suddenly become a major emergency.
US flight delays spread amid controller staffing issues as shutdown drags on
Staffing-related delays were starting to show up at airports in Nashville and Chicago on Tuesday evening, with more expected.
Germany’s Merz suspects Kremlin behind Munich drone sightings
The chancellor said drones are being used for espionage and to “unsettle the public.”
Poland scrambles jets again as Russian airstrikes kill 5 in Ukraine
The Russian attack early Sunday killed at least four people in the Lyiv region near the Polish border, Ukrainian officials said.
Ryanair boss says drones disrupting EU airports should be shot down
The outspoken Ryanair boss has no faith in EU leaders to manage the threat, says Ursula von der Leyen should quit.
Cyber spying on the rise, EU agency warns
State-backed hacking groups have “steadily intensified” their attacks on the EU, new report shows.
5 things to watch for as EU leaders meet in Copenhagen
From building a “drone wall” on the EU’s eastern flank to bypassing Hungary’s stonewalling of Ukraine, these are the bloc’s most pressing priorities.
UK deploys anti-drone tech to Denmark after airports hit
Defense Secretary John Healey confirmed the move for the first time in an interview with POLITICO at Labour conference on Monday.
Europe deploys anti-drone troops to Copenhagen ahead of EU summits
Paris and Stockholm say they have sent soldiers, radars and a helicopter.
Leaders press to reshape EU under Putin’s aggressive shadow
Wednesday’s Copenhagen summit is a step toward turning the EU into a military power. But the bloc isn’t united and the risks are great.
Denmark bans drone flights as EU leaders prepare to descend on Copenhagen
Suspected Russian involvement in the drone flights that have dogged Denmark in the past week has authorities on high alert.
Poland closes airspace, scrambles jets amid ‘massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine
The scrambling of jets and airspace closures are becoming more frequent as multiple NATO countries report drone sightings and other incursions.
More drones spotted near Danish military bases
The Danish defense ministry confirmed drone activity was detected at Skrydstrup Air Base and the Jutland Dragoon Regiment.
Germany plans to let military shoot down drones domestically
Berlin is moving to tighten aviation law as drone incursions grow.
EU moves forward with drone wall
The European Commission still has to define the scheme’s technical and financial details.
Europe is at hybrid war, Danish prime minister announces
There is one obvious antagonist “and that is Russia,” Mette Frederiksen says.
Top EU diplomat warns Trump that Europe can’t shoulder Ukraine war burden alone
UNITED NATIONS — Europe alone is not responsible for helping Ukraine bring an end to its war with Russia, EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas warned Thursday. That …