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European Union lawmakers and member states have agreed in principle on new migration rules allowing the establishment of 'return hubs' outside the bloc for rejected asylum seekers. The deal, part of a broader tightening of EU migration policy, has drawn criticism from rights groups warning of potential human rights abuses. The legislation still requires formal approval.
Thirty-four European countries, along with Australia, Costa Rica and the European Union, have agreed to establish a special tribunal to prosecute Russia for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. The move, endorsed by the Council of Europe, aims to fill a gap left by the International Criminal Court, which cannot try the crime of aggression in this context. Ukraine's leadership and the Council's secretary general hailed the decision as a historic step toward justice.
In an interview with TASS, Milorad Dodik, chairman of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats of Republika Srpska, accused Europe of embodying lies and intolerance, and criticized Germany's support for Ukraine as an attack on truth. He also targeted EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, saying her leadership will shrink the bloc.
Russia's ambassador to North Macedonia, Dmitry Zykov, says Skopje has been cutting Russian gas imports since 2022 for political reasons, despite higher costs of alternatives. He cited data showing Russian gas share fell from 99% in 2021 to 47% in 2025, with new supplies from the UAE and Azerbaijan.
Russia's new ambassador to North Macedonia, Dmitry Zykov, says most officials in Skopje have avoided contact with Russian diplomats, leaving proposals to restore bilateral cooperation unanswered. He also notes that North Macedonia's alignment with EU sanctions has led to a sharp decline in trade and the suspension of a joint commission.
Two men have been charged with terrorism and seven detained in North Macedonia following an arson attack on a Skopje synagogue. A group calling itself Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia (HAYI) claimed responsibility, also for an attack on a German Jewish-owned restaurant, amid reports of similar incidents in London.
British police are investigating a series of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London, with a possible link to Iranian proxies. A group claiming responsibility has ties to Iran, raising concerns of state-backed violence. No injuries have been reported, and arrests have been made.
The UK and the European Union have finalized an agreement allowing Britain to rejoin the Erasmus+ student exchange program starting in 2027, with over 100,000 people expected to benefit in the first year. The deal includes a UK contribution of £570 million, which ministers describe as a 30% discount, and is part of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's broader effort to reset relations with the EU.
Russian officials and commentators have responded to reports that the US is promoting a new military bloc with Ukraine. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Washington seeks to shift the burden of containing Russia onto Europe, while a Turkish journalist called the idea impossible due to lack of NATO solidarity.
Hungary's parliamentary election on April 12 pits Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party against the Tisza Party led by Peter Magyar. The vote is seen as pivotal for Hungary's EU relations, with Orban's record of vetoes and opposition to EU policies at stake.
Italy's national football team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup after a playoff loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina, prompting widespread outrage. Coach Gennaro Gattuso has resigned, and the federation president is under pressure to step down. The crisis has sparked calls for a major overhaul of Italian football leadership.
Italy's football federation president Gabriele Gravina resigned and head coach Gennaro Gattuso stepped down after Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, a third consecutive miss. Gianluigi Buffon also resigned as general manager, prompting calls for broader reform in Italian football.