This article is published in association with United Nations. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk called on Thursday for greater protection for environmental and land defenders, noting that hundreds worldwide have been killed or detained in recent years. His appeal came in remarks to the first-ever European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders held in Strasbourg, France, […]Killed for speaking up: UN sounds alarm over attacks on environmental defenders
June 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk called on Thursday for greater protection for environmental and land defenders, noting that hundreds worldwide have been killed or detained in recent years. His appeal came in remarks to the first-ever European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders held in Strasbourg, France, […]Tackling youth unemployment: MEPs conclude fact-finding visit to La Réunion
May 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. A delegation from the Employment and Social Affairs Committee was in La Réunion to assess youth employment initiatives and to meet government representatives. Four MEPs from Parliament’s Employment and Social Affairs Committee travelled to La Réunion, France, from 26 to 28 May to meet […]Look, Listen and Love: a new border for Autistic Spectrum Disorders
May 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Nicole Ricci, a third-year medical student enrolled at Università Politecnica delle Marche. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view […]Angola, Burundi, Ethiopia and Zambia among countries benefiting from €10 million in EIB Global support for primary healthcare
May 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. EIB Global, the European Investment Bank’s development arm, has committed €10 million for a technical assistance programme aimed at supporting sub-Saharan African countries develop national health projects that can attract wider domestic and international financing. Angola, Burundi, Ethiopia and Zambia are the first four African countries […]Ebola outbreak: ‘Every epidemic begins in a community and ends in a community’
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Facing a fast-moving Ebola outbreak caused by a rare strain of the virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) is relying on a rapid, community-centred response to halt transmission in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, a senior official has told UN News. The UN […]Commission greenlights Lithuania’s sixth payment request for €178 million under NextGenerationEU
May 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission published its fifth State of the Schengen report, reviewing developments in the Schengen area over the past year and setting priorities for the year ahead. The Schengen area continues to demonstrate resilience, underpinned by collective efforts at both EU and national level. […]Ceasefire extension offers diplomatic opening, but tensions persist in Strait of Hormuz
April 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The United States’ decision to extend a fragile ceasefire with Iran has kept a narrow window open for diplomacy, but fresh security incidents in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday underscore the volatility of the situation and the risks to global shipping and regional stability. The UN […]Commission clears Lisbon railway line bid under Foreign Subsidies Regulation, subject to conditions
April 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has authorised Metropolitano de Lisboa to move forward with awarding the contract for the construction and design of the Lisbon ‘Violet’ metro line, subject to conditions under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), following a change by the consortium that avoids any […]‘No precedent’ for seafarers caught in war zone in post-WW2 era
April 1, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Some 20,000 seafarers remain stranded on ships in the Strait of Hormuz as the war in the Middle East continues, a situation which has been described as unprecedented in the post-Second World War era. The seafarers are working on some 2,000 ships including oil and gas tankers, […]The image from Gaza that still haunts me: Palestine relief agency chief
March 31, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Asking the softly spoken, veteran humanitarian worker Philippe Lazzarini how he feels as he comes to the end of his second term as the head of the UN agency for Palestinians, UNRWA, is perhaps an unfair question. “No doubt that I have mixed feelings today,” he says. […]Forests are more than a resource: How Belarus protects its vital ecosystem
March 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Forests cover more than 40 per cent of Belarus. At the same time, the country recorded twice as many forest fires last year compared to the year before. Ahead of the International Day of Forests, observed on 21 March, deputy resident representative of the UN Development Programme […]The Basij Is Falling Apart: this Is What the End of the Islamic Republic Looks Like
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Ms. Sara Rahmati, an international relations graduate currently based in Berlin with an interest in Public International Law. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. For forty-seven years, Iranians have […]Middle East war: Women in Lebanon forced to give birth on roadside
March 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As the UN Secretary-General touched down in Beirut on Friday in solidarity with the people of Lebanon, UN agencies highlighted the dangers for civilians and particularly pregnant women and migrant workers, amid ongoing airstrikes and rocket fire between Hezbollah fighters and Israel. “There’s 11,600 pregnant women who […]Commission presents new Gender Equality Strategy 2026-2030 for a more equal, cohesive and successful Europe
March 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission is presenting its new Gender Equality Strategy for 2026 to 2030. The Strategy embeds gender equality into every aspect of life, online and offline, from education and health to work and public life, and addresses modern threats such as cyberviolence […]World News in Brief: UN humanitarian chief visits South Sudan, shelter fire risks in Gaza, West Bank violence
February 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Emergency Relief Coordinator arrived in South Sudan on Friday to visit one of the most under-reported humanitarian crises in the world, as clashes between government and opposition forces continue in Jonglei state. Tom Fletcher will focus on the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the world’s youngest country and escalating protection risks for both civilians and aid workers. […]Ukraine’s women at breaking point after four years of war as attacks on energy, healthcare continue – UN humanitarians
February 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, millions in Ukraine struggle to keep the lights on and heat their homes, with the crisis taking a particular toll on women, humanitarians warned on Friday. Freshly back from a visit to the country UN Women’s Chief of Humanitarian Action Sofia […]Commission supports the EU’s eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine
February 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has adopted a comprehensive strategy to step up support for the EU eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine. Strengthening the prosperity and resilience of these regions is not only an expression of EU solidarity in the wake of Russia’s invasion […]DR Congo: UN vows orderly peacekeeping transition as South Africa withdraws troops
February 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. South Africa has moved to withdraw its peacekeepers deployed at the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) after nearly three decades of service. In a statement issued on Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said he informed UN Secretary-General António Guterres on […]MEPs adopt proposals to tackle Europe’s housing crisis
February 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Monday, the Housing Committee adopted its final recommendations on the housing crisis in the EU, proposing solutions for decent, sustainable and affordable housing. In its final report, adopted with 23 votes in favour, 6 votes against, and 4 abstentions, Parliament’s Special Committee on […]World News in Brief: UN condemns attack on civilians in Nigeria, updates from Gaza and West Bank, relief flights to resume in Yemen
February 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Secretary-General on Thursday strongly condemned a deadly terrorist attack in Kwara state in western Nigeria, where more than 100 people were reportedly killed. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, António Guterres conveyed his “heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and to the […]The Commission decides to refer Spain and Malta to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose the Delegated Directive as regards the adjustments of the size criteria for micro, small, medium-sized and large undertakings or groups
January 30, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission decided to refer Spain and Malta to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose the Delegated Directive as regards the adjustments of the size criteria for micro, small, medium-sized and large undertakings or groups (Delegated […]Commission annual report on Single Market and competitiveness calls for joint action in light of unprecedented challenges
January 30, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission adopted the 2026 Annual Single Market and Competitiveness Report, the sixth in an annual series, evaluating the functioning of the Single Market and assessing the conditions for businesses to innovate, grow, and compete while delivering sustainable prosperity for European citizens. […]Commission approves €3.1 billion Spanish State aid support for cogenerated electricity
January 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €3.1 billion Spanish scheme to support the production of electricity from new or substantially refurbished highly efficient combined heat and power (‘CHP’) plants. The measure will contribute to the implementation of Spain’s National […]EU-Mercosur: MEPs demand a legal opinion on its conformity with the EU treaties
January 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The European Parliament decided today to request the European Court of Justice to assess whether the EU-Mercosur agreement is in conformity with the EU treaties. With 334 votes in favour, 324 against and 11 abstentions, the European Parliament adopted a resolution asking for a […]Ukraine: Families in ‘survival mode’ amid Russian strikes and deadly cold
January 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Families across Ukraine are in “constant survival mode” amid ongoing waves of Russian missile and drone strikes that have left blocks without power for days at a time, while temperatures plunge to deadly lows, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Friday. “Families have actually reverted to […]EIB Group provides EU-backed guarantees to expand finance for war-affected businesses in Ukraine
January 15, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) – together the EIB Group – have signed new EU-backed guarantee agreements with PrivatBank and Ukreximbank to expand access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ukraine. The financing was made possible by […]One Health, One Struggle: Confronting Antibiotic Resistance
January 9, 2026 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Valentina Orsi is a third-year student at the Faculty of Health Sciences of Barretos Dr. Paulo Prata – FACISB. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer […]UN’s ‘responsibility to deliver’ will not waver, after US announces withdrawal from dozens of international organizations
January 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed regret over the decision by the United States to withdraw from a number of UN entities, while underscoring that the system will continue to deliver on all its mandates. “As we have consistently underscored, assessed contributions to the United Nations regular budget […]Human Rights Council elects Indonesian candidate President for 2026
January 8, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Human Rights Council – the world’s principal defender of vulnerable people worldwide – has elected an Indonesian diplomat to be President for 2026 in a first for the country. Under Council rules, presidents are appointed to serve for one year by the body’s 47 Member […]Read-out from the extraordinary meeting of EU agriculture ministers on securing EU food security and sovereignty in an uncertain world
January 8, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, EU agricultural ministers met in an extraordinary meeting, on the invitation of the European Commission and Minister Maria Panayiotou for the Cypriot Presidency of the Council. The Commission was represented at this meeting by Commissioners Hansen, Šefčovič and Várhelyi. Recognising that agriculture is […]Robust Security Guarantees for a Solid and Lasting Peace in Ukraine – Statement of the Coalition of the Willing
January 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The members of the Coalition of the Willing, Ukraine and the United States have convened today in Paris. We all stressed our commitment to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine in line with the United Nations Charter principles, and welcomed the progress achieved, […]UN agency rolls out three-year plan to safeguard Ukraine’s bread basket
January 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Ukraine’s agricultural sector remains under intense pressure as the war continues to disrupt food production and endanger civilians, the UN food security agency warned on Tuesday, as it unveiled a new three-year plan to help farmers survive and protect their livelihoods. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization […]Gaza aid lifelines under strain as winter worsens
January 3, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Humanitarian partners in the Gaza Strip are struggling to reach hundreds of thousands of vulnerable people as winter storms batter damaged homes and temporary shelters. Since the fragile October ceasefire began as phase one of the US-led peace plan, thousands of tents and hundreds of thousands of tarpaulins have been distributed. Yet partners estimate that […]
