Politics of Europe

EU to open negotiations with Cuba

The EU has agreed to open negotiations with Cuba aimed at restoring full bilateral relations with the Communist-run island. The…

11 years ago

Silvio Berlusconi returns to political stage after deal with center-left rival

Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi has decided to return to the centre of the political stage, striking a reform deal…

11 years ago

Angela Merkel confirmed as Germany’s chancellor for third term

German parliament (Bundestag) has confirmed Angela Merkel as the country’s chancellor for a third term, at the head of a…

11 years ago

Tadeusz Mazowiecki dies aged 86

Tadeusz Mazowiecki - Poland's first prime minister after the fall of communism - has died aged 86. Foreign Minister Radoslaw…

11 years ago

Silvio Berlusconi banned from holding public office for two years

Italy's former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been banned by Milan court from holding public office for two years, following…

11 years ago

Italian Senate cross-party panel recommends Silvio Berlusconi’s expulsion

A cross-party panel of the Italian Senate has recommended former PM Silvio Berlusconi’s expulsion from the chamber over his conviction…

11 years ago

Italy: Enrico Letta wins confidence vote after Silvio Berlusconi last-minute U-turn

Italy’s Prime Minister Enrico Letta has won a confidence vote after a last-minute U-turn by former PM Silvio Berlusconi. Silvio…

11 years ago

Italy: Enrico Letta’s government in crucial vote of confidence

Italian PM Enrico Letta has been addressing parliament ahead of a crucial vote of confidence in his governing coalition. Enrico…

11 years ago

Italy: Silvio Berlusconi allies defy him over confidence vote

Members of Silvio Berlusconi's party have defied him by calling on MPs to back the Italian coalition government in a…

11 years ago