France accuses Russia's GRU of cyberattacks targeting French entities, including those linked to the 2024 Olympics, since 2021. These attacks spotlight ongoing security vulnerabilities amid geopolitical tensions.

The European Court of Auditors warns that the EU's ambition to capture 20% of the global semiconductor market by 2030 is unrealistic. Despite some progress, fragmented funding and competition from giants like TSMC pose significant challenges.

The European Court of Justice has declared Malta's 'golden passport' scheme illegal under EU law, forcing its suspension. This ends the EU's last citizenship-by-investment program and highlights concerns over security and transparency, as Malta reviews the ruling's implications.

A 19-year-old man was arrested in Switzerland for planning an attack on the Halle synagogue in Germany, according to German police. Extradited on April 22, 2025, he faces charges of violence preparation and firearm possession.

Former French politician François Fillon faces a reevaluation of his sentence for embezzlement, with a potential shift from a one-year firm sentence to a fully suspended four-year term. The Court of Cassation's recent decision upholds the conviction but questions the justification for Fillon's original imprisonment.

Manfred Weber secures another term as leader of the European People's Party, winning 89% of the vote at the party congress in Valencia. Key figures like Ursula von der Leyen and future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz backed his call for stronger EU unity and a unified foreign policy.

The Civil Liberties Union for Europe's latest report warns of declining media freedom in the EU due to authoritarianism and ownership concentration issues. With the European Media Freedom Act set for full implementation in August 2025, many states remain unprepared to enforce its transparency measures.

Europol has initiated Taskforce GRIMM to tackle the surge in 'violence-as-a-service' across Europe, notably involving minors. This initiative addresses a worrying trend revealed by EU-SOCTA 2025, showing minors' significant involvement in criminal markets.

The European Commission is set to propose a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, targeting carbon neutrality by 2050. Member states are divided over the target's economic impact, with countries like Poland opposing it and others like Finland advocating for it.

The EU has launched the AI Continent Action Plan to bolster its technological edge against the U.S. and China, focusing on AI infrastructure and regulatory simplification. Critics argue it lacks new strategies and warn of potential exclusionary impacts on migrants.

The EuroStack report urges Europe to invest €300 billion in a decade to build a sovereign digital ecosystem. It highlights the risk of job losses and technological dependence without robust internal infrastructure.

The EU plans to enhance toy safety by banning more harmful chemicals starting 2029, pending approval. This effort targets online-imported toys and includes a digital pass for safety information.

The CNIL reported a 20% rise in data breaches in 2024, with over 5,600 notifications and over 2,500 incidents in early 2025, affecting millions in France. Plans to enforce two-factor authentication and monitor data practices aim to curb this surge.

Five environmental groups have lodged a complaint with the European Commission against France, Germany, and Italy for failing to protect marine ecosystems from harmful fishing practices. The complaint, filed today, argues these countries have not enforced EU laws to prevent deep-sea bottom trawling in protected areas, coinciding with the upcoming UN Ocean Conference in June.

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to strengthen European unity against Russian aggression by hosting Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk to sign a 'friendship treaty' on May 9. This diplomatic effort comes amid heightened tensions in Ukraine, with Germany's Chancellor and the U.S. backing increased pressure on Russia.

Germany has charged Jian G., a German citizen, and accomplices with espionage for China, involving over 500 sensitive documents from the EU Parliament since 2002. The case highlights concerns over foreign influence, especially in political circles, amid tensions with China.

Germany's latest poverty report reveals a concerning 1.1% increase in poverty rates, now affecting 15.5% of the population, driven largely by inflation. The report urges the government to prioritize poverty reduction with improved wages and social security measures.

Europol has launched 'GRIMM,' a multinational initiative to combat gangs recruiting children for violent crimes across Europe, led by Sweden. The operation seeks to prevent minors' involvement in organized crime through cross-border police cooperation and tech partnerships.

Radoje Zvicer, Europe's notorious Kavač clan leader, continues to evade capture while allegedly masterminding cocaine smuggling into Vienna. Austrian authorities are under pressure to curb this organized crime threat amid a backdrop of violence and sophisticated criminal networks.