Recent news from Hong Kong includes a harrowing abuse case, arrests of teens, an illegal land grab update, and China's plans to bolster Hong Kong's economy and international role. Read more...

Germany faces a complex political landscape with calls to revive military service, debates over defense spending, and concerns about a rightward shift affecting civil society. Read more...

Rumors swirl around Annalena Baerbock's future as Foreign Minister, with hints of a leadership shift within the Greens and a possible move to an international role. Robert Habeck steps back from leadership. Read more...

President Macron voices concerns over trade with the US and the detention of author Boualem Sansal in Algeria, highlighting France's international role. Read more...