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Is Russia gaining influence in Africa at the expense of Europe and can we change it?
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), One of the manifestations of the current changing world is the growing importance of relatively poor and seemingly insignificant countries that most people in Europe would have a hard time finding on a map. The fact that most people hear about some of these countries only sporadically does not diminish their real significance.
European MP Tomáš Zdechovský on Kazakh President Tokayev’s state-of-the-nation address
BRUSSELS. KAZINFORM - European Parliament, Chairman of the delegation for relations with countries of Central Asia Tomáš Zdechovský shared his views on the recent address of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the people of Kazakhstan with Kazinform correspondent.
How Wagner Group Contributes to Destabilizing Africa
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) European media went abuzz with recent news about the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Russian paramilitary organization known as the Wagner Group, which played a significant role in the conflict in Ukraine. Many speculations and theories surround the circumstances of the plane crash with Prigozhin and Wagner Group commander Dmitry Utkin, after whom the group is named. Utkin was also known as “Wagner” due to his favorite composer.
Brussels Signal Interview: Czech Euro MP Tomáš Zdechovský
Tomáš Zdechovský, a prominent supporter of Ukraine, is convinced Kyiv needs F-16 fighter aircraft. He has begun an F-16 lobbying campaign in the European Parliament. “We will never support the bastards who are killing and raping the civilians”, he tells Brussels Signal Head of News Justin Stares.
Europe must stop being a “political dwarf and military worm”
It had a long-standing tendency to choose a more cautious or even unwilling approach to military solutions, believing that diplomacy or international law are more suitable for asserting influence. This European approach can be partly understood from the experiences of the war horrors that the continent endured during the 20th century in both World Wars. It can also be seen as a way of setting oneself apart from the other side of the Atlantic.
Dominik Hašek: Speech in the European Parliament
Firstly, I want to thank Mr. Zdechovský for his kind invitation and the opportunity to speak today in the European Parliament in Strasbourg. I am here to discuss the matters that are very dear to me and which I have been dealing with since the Russian war against the free country of Ukraine has started.
Europe has a problem: Ignoring Chinese propaganda
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The outbreak of war in Ukraine was a wake-up call for Europe, in many ways. The fight against the information threat coming from Russia was no exception. Unfortunately, it is often forgotten that China seeks to take advantage of the situations that arise, in the words of the catchphrase “Where two are fighting, the third wins.”
Signature Dish: Tomáš Zdechovský’s dukátové buchtičky
The Czech MEP puts his own twist on a traditional sweet treat from his home country in this recipe for yeast buns with vanilla custard. As an MEP, I strive to make every second of my mandate count. From committee meetings to engaging with constituents, my priority is to serve those who elected me. Amid this fast-paced environment, I find solace in the simple pleasures that connect me to my roots.
MEP on blowing up the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station: Russia should be expelled from the UN
The United Nations is incapacitated because of Russia's presence as a member. The Russian Federation should be expelled from the UN, its membership in the organization is unacceptable. Tomas Zdechovsky, a member of the European Parliament, a member of the special committee on foreign interference, including disinformation, said this in a comment to Guildhall.
Up yours! When politicians give the middle finger
Sometimes even the most stoic of politicians can’t take it anymore and, instead of responding with a reasoned argument, they simply flip the bird at their opponent. In the European Parliament this week, a very serious debate about a migrant shipwreck off the Italian coast turned into a shouting match, with Czech lawmaker Tomáš Zdechovský accusing German socialist Birgit Sippel of giving the middle finger to colleagues.
Son of Russia’s intel general must be sacked from CoE post - MEP Son of Russia’s intel general must be sacked from CoE post - MEP
Member of the European Parliament’s Special Committee on Foreign Interference, Tomáš Zdechovský, has called for the immediate dismissal of the son of a senior operative with Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service from the Council of Europe body.
There’s Nothing Symbolic About a Gas Bill
The Vampires were on the march again in Prague during Halloween, bless their little hearts. Under the watchful eyes of adoring parents, their Jack-o-lanterns swung gaily over ancient cobbles, gleaming under the bright shop windows of our expensively lit and heated capital.
How Frontex is doing an incredible job at fighting irregular migration
Belgium, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) Migration is once again becoming a big topic in Europe. The first thing that naturally comes to mind is the vast influx of refugees coming to EU countries due to the war in Ukraine. Fortunately, Europe, including the Czech Republic, manages the arrival of several million refugees well, although those numbers are significant.
The European Defence Industry Is Running Late. The Weaponry Must Be Urgently Replenished and Upgraded
The EU member states have already provided Ukraine with massive military support. For some countries, including the Czech Republic, this was also the opportunity to scrap their obsolete stockpiles of Soviet-era arms and replace them with up-to-date weaponry.
German and Austrian Greens should pay more attention to Greta Thunberg
Belgium, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The energy crisis is one of the significant challenges Europe is facing today. Among the causes of the current situation is also a more complicated supply of natural gas resulting from the war in Ukraine. Unfortunately, even ordinary citizens are starting to feel the effects due to higher gas and electricity bills.
Let Frontex do its important job
The EPP Group will today vote in favour of granting the discharge for the EU Border and Coast Guard Agency Frontex for the year 2020. There is no reason not to grant it. Its finances are in order and a discharge should not be denied for politically-motivated reasons. The EPP Group will continue to support Frontex in its important job to help Member States protect the EU's external border.
Czech Lawmaker Who Joked About Annexing Kaliningrad Receives Death Threats
Czech member of the European Parliament Tomáš Zdechovský received death threats on social media after embracing a joke on the Czech Republic annexing the Russian region of Kaliningrad. The joke started when an anonymous Polish account on Twitter wrote about dividing Kaliningrad between Poland and the Czech Republic so that the countries could "finally have access to the sea."
MEP wants Russian region split between two EU states
A long-time European Parliament member from the Czech Republic, Tomas Zdechovsky, has supported an idea posted by a blogger of separating the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad from Moscow and splitting it between Prague and Warsaw.