News archive of May 2024

Greek anti-systemic parties vote regularly against EU law, survey shows

Greek parties that are described as populist, anti-liberal and Eurosceptic regularly vote against EU laws brought to Parliament for approval, according to policy paper published by the Athens-based Center for Liberal Studies (KEFiM) on Thursday.

Bulgarian Vice President Criticizes NATO's Position on Ukraine Conflict

Vice President Iliyana Yotova expressed reservations about supporting the declaration adopted by the Parliamentary Assembly of NATO in Sofia. The document calls for Ukraine to be permitted to use supplied weapons to target military sites inside Russia. Yotova highlighted that many European voices disagree with the decision made in Sofia.

Complaints against digital platforms through Gov.gr

Citizens now have the ability to file complaints through the Gov.gr platform to the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT) regarding breaches of obligations by digital platforms. Specifically, they can report violations of the Digital Services Act, a set of rules enforced across the European Union.

Ukraine Endures Night of Russian Missile Strikes as Kyiv Targets the Kerch Strait

During the night, Russia launched cruise missiles from Tu-95 strategic bombers, targeting various areas of Ukraine. Explosions were reported in the Khmelnytsky region, and rockets were also aimed at the Kyiv and Sumy regions. A temporary air alert was declared across the entire territory of Ukraine.

Israel Claims Control Over Strategic Zone Between Gaza and Egypt

The Israeli army has announced that it controls the strategic zone along the border between the Gaza Strip and Egypt, known as the Philadelphi Corridor. This area spans 8 kilometers and, in some places, is more than 100 meters wide. The military claims to have discovered 20 tunnels used by the radical Palestinian group Hamas to smuggle weapons into Gaza.

Presidential Candidate with Bulgarian Roots Dominates Mexican Polls

Claudia Sheinbaum, the ruling party's candidate, is currently the clear favorite in Mexico's upcoming presidential election on June 2, reports BNR. Polls indicate she is leading by 11 to 22 percent over her opponent, Xochitl Gálvez. However, voter turnout remains a crucial and unpredictable factor, as noted by Mexico's leading sociologists.

Californians won what?

"We are the most beautiful country in the world." "We have the greatest culture." "We have the best cuisine." These are some of the cliches that often lead us to arrogance and inaction. When you think you're the best at everything, you find no reason to try, so you don't develop.

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