An investigation links a young Russian diplomat, Evgeny Lyukshin, to a sabotage campaign involving arson attacks on UK politicians and vandalism of mosques. Lyukshin allegedly used social media to recruit individuals, including a Ukrainian builder, offering money and Russian citizenship for acts of provocation and division.
A FIFA discrimination monitor has called for a VAR official to be removed from the World Cup after he made a gesture resembling a white supremacist sign during Germany's opening game. The "OK" symbol, when inverted, has been designated a hate symbol by the ADL.
Jordan Bardella, protégé of Marine Le Pen, discusses his potential candidacy for French president, his party's stance on the EU and NATO, and France's nuclear doctrine in an exclusive interview. He outlines a vision for a reformed Europe, emphasizing national sovereignty and economic moderation.
National Rally leader Jordan Bardella signals no moderation, plans to slash France's EU budget contribution by 50%, deepen ties with nationalists, and reshape the bloc. He criticized EU budget efforts as anti-democratic and rejected Donald Trump's endorsement.
Jordan Bardella, French presidential front-runner, plans to challenge the EU's budget and cut France's contributions. While softening NATO stance, he aims to fundamentally reshape the EU, warning against its "outdated" principles and seeking alliances with nationalist governments.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was stopped and had his phones seized by British police at Heathrow Airport upon his return from Russia via Turkey. The devices were seized under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019.
Swiss voters appear to have rejected a far-right proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million. The initiative, dubbed "the Swiss Brexit," faced concerns over economic impact and EU relations.
Le président turc Erdogan met en garde contre toute menace envers Chypre-Nord. En Italie, le parti d'extrême droite Futuro Nazionale double ses députés. Un survivant des attaques du 7 octobre en Israël s'est suicidé.
Nigel Farage announced plans to ban foreign nationals from social housing and deport those unable to find private accommodation, intensifying anti-immigration rhetoric ahead of the Makerfield byelection. This move comes amid polls showing Reform UK losing support to the more extremist Restore Britain.
France's far-right National Rally party is using the collapse of the Franco-German Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet program as political ammunition against President Macron's defense strategy, claiming vindication and advocating for a France-first approach.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was detained at Heathrow airport under counter-terrorism laws. His phones were seized under the Counter-Terrorism Border Security Act 2019.
Tens of thousands protested in Rome over migration policy as a far-right petition for hardline measures, including "remigration" or mass deportation, nears parliamentary discussion. Rival pro- and anti-migration rallies highlighted deep divisions.
Far-right groups clashed with anti-racist demonstrators in multiple UK cities on Saturday. Arrests were made in Brighton, Liverpool, Sheffield, and Glasgow. The marches follow recent unrest in Belfast and Southampton linked to knife attacks and riots.
An anti-racism rally in Glasgow was disrupted by a masked far-right group, some performing Nazi salutes. Clashes with police occurred as campaigners chanted "off our streets". The event followed recent race-related attacks in the city and in Belfast.
Around 300 people demonstrated in Mainz, Germany, calling for the Federal Constitutional Court to review far-right parties deemed extremist by the domestic intelligence service. Police reported the assembly as uneventful.
Switzerland is holding a national vote on a far-right Swiss People's Party (SVP) proposal to cap its population at 10 million by 2050. If passed, the initiative could lead to restrictions on immigration and potentially a withdrawal from the EU's free movement agreement, with government ministers and experts warning of severe economic and social consequences.
A Dutch far-right politician, Michael van, has been ordered to pay damages for using AI to alter a court sketch of Syrian brothers accused of murder. The artist, Petra Urban, sued after her work was modified to appear more threatening and used for political purposes without permission.
Swiss voters will decide on June 14 on a referendum to cap the population at 10 million, proposed by the far-right Swiss People's Party (SVP), and on the Civilian Service Act. Experts warn of significant economic harm to Switzerland if the population cap is approved, potentially exacerbating labor shortages and impacting key sectors.
Switzerland is holding a national ballot on a far-right proposal to cap its population at 10 million by 2050. The initiative, backed by the Swiss People's party (SVP), warns of severe economic consequences if passed, including potential withdrawal from the EU's free movement agreement.
A Dutch court artist, Petra Urban, has received damages from PVV MP Maikel Boon after he used her drawing of two brothers jailed for murder without permission and manipulated it with AI to appear more menacing. Urban cited copyright and moral rights violations, emphasizing the need for neutrality in journalistic work.
Rioting in Northern Ireland has led to 19 arrests, including a 16-year-old, following a knife attack and calls for demonstrations by far-right activists. Police used plastic bullets and water cannon amid concerns over online misinformation.
A new book by New Zealand researchers claims to have found evidence that Brenton Tarrant, the Christchurch mosque shooter, was an active commenter on 4chan, contradicting his previous claims of being only an onlooker. The findings suggest a deeper online influence on his radicalization and actions.
Far-right groups, including the Active Club movement, exploited a knife attack in Belfast to incite violence and organize protests across the UK. They used social media platforms like X and Telegram to spread inflammatory content, frame the incident as anti-white, and provide instructions for rioters, leading to violent clashes.
Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain highlighted tensions with the far-right Vox party, whose leader Santiago Abascal champions Catholicism as Spanish identity. The Pope's speeches on migrants, war, and human dignity contradicted Vox's policies, creating discomfort for the party and potentially impacting upcoming elections.
