NATO Chief: Russia Could Target NATO Within Five Years
NATO chief Mark Rutte warns Russia may be ready to strike within five years, urging faster defense spending, arms output and Ukraine support.
Austria Rejects U.S. Plan to Pull EU Members Away
Austria rejects claims in a leaked U.S. strategy suggesting Washington aims to pull it from the EU, reaffirming firm commitment to European unity.
Report: Trump Wants to Detach Austria From the EU
Leaked U.S. strategy under Trump lists Austria among countries Washington hoped to pull away from the EU, sparking political debate in Vienna.
Austria to Continue Technical Talks With Taliban on Deportations
Austria will continue technical talks with the Taliban to enable deportations of criminal refugees, Interior Minister Karner says.
Mikl-Leitner Pushes for Constitutional Headscarf Ban in Schools
Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner demands a constitutional headscarf ban up to 8th grade, calling it vital for equality and child protection.
Austria Carries Out First Deportation to Afghanistan Since 2021
Austria deported an Afghan man convicted of rape to Kabul, marking its first deportation to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan since 2021.
ÖVP’s Hattmannsdorfer Opposes SPÖ Rent-Gouging Proposal
Economy Minister Hattmannsdorfer rejected the SPÖ’s proposal for a new rent-gouging law, warning against “criminalizing” landlords.
Kickl Calls For “Austria Basket” To Tackle Food Inflation
FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl is appealing to the grocery trade to launch a voluntary initiative to curb inflation in basic foodstuffs.
Herbert Kickl Re-Elected FPÖ Leader With Record 96.9%
Herbert Kickl was re-elected FPÖ leader with 96.9% of votes in Salzburg, his best result yet, vowing to become “people’s chancellor.”
Trump At UN: Europe “Going To Hell,” Criticizes Austria
At the UN, Trump warned Europe of migration “overrun,” criticized Austria’s prisons, rejected Palestine recognition, and urged action on Russia.