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POLITICS3d agoS. Jaishankar holds talks with Austrian counterpart Meinl-ReisingerThe EAM said he and Meinl-Reisinger exchanged views on global developments and their impactsThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 23Austria orders expulsion of four Russian diplomats suspected of spyingAustria will expel four Russian diplomats suspected of spying. Three worked at the Russian Embassy in Vienna and the fourth at Russia’s mission to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 23Austria expels four Russians due to espionageOostenrijk zet vier Russische diplomaten uit. Volgens het Oostenrijks ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken hielden ze zich bezig met activiteiten die "onverenigbaar zijn met hun diplomatieke status", een formulering waarmee spionage wordt bedoeld. Drie van deze Russen werken op de Russische ambassade in Wenen, de vierde is lid van de Russische delegatie bij de Organisatie voor Veiligheid en Samenwerking in Europa (OVSE). Dat is een in 1973 opgerichte internationale organisatie voor samenwerking op militair, economisch en humanitair gebied. Het hoofdkantoor staat in Wenen. Het Russische ministerieNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 15EU enlargement is the bloc’s “most powerful” geostrategic instrument, says Austrian Foreign MinisterAustrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger says the reforms required for Western Balkan countries to join the EU are a “complicated” and “bureaucratic” process.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 9German Alsace and Austria, "peace talks" between Russia and Ukraine… The geopolitical aspirations of the AfD are causing concernRÉCIT - Entre provocations et véritables projets idéologiques, les positions du parti d’extrême droite, récemment arrivé en tête de deux élections régionales en ex-RDA, font couler beaucoup d’encre.Le Figaro International
POLITICSOct 9Warner Bros. President of International Gerhard Zeiler Confirms Exit as He Enters Politics in AustriaUPDATED– Gerhard Zeiler, president of international for Warner Bros. Discovery, has confirmed he will leave the company ahead of the merger with Paramount after he declared his intention to enter politics in Austria. In an international memo sent to thousands of staffers across the company, Zeiler said he will be leaving at the end of […]variety · united states of america
POLITICSSep 29REVEALED : What happened to Austria planned changes to citizenship laws ? This article investigates the current status and developments regarding Austria's previously planned changes to its citizenship laws. It aims to reveal what has transpired with these legislative proposals.thelocal.at · Austria
POLITICSSep 27Austria Leadership Presents Diplomacy in Times of Global Upheaval in New YorkAustria's leadership presented on diplomacy during a period of global unrest at an event in New York. This highlights the nation's perspective on international relations and challenges.vindobona.org · Austria
POLITICSSep 25Austria Headscarf Ban Shows What Happens When Law Replaces IntegrationAn article discusses how Austria's headscarf ban exemplifies the impact when legal measures are prioritized over integration efforts. This touches on social policy and human rights debates within European societies.socialeurope.eu · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 14Austria denies entry to Iranian official after UN rulingIran accused Austria of reversing its approval of an Iranian delegation to the IAEA under external pressure.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 13Austria's new headscarf ban for under-14s sparks debate over religious freedomSince 1 September, Austria has banned headscarves for female pupils under 14 at state and private schools. Repeated breaches of the rule could lead to fines of €150 to €800 for parents.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 7Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to schoolThe government says the law is intended to protect the rights of young girls, but critics say it is fuelling anti-Muslim feeling.BBC World
POLITICSAug 29Outrage in Austria over the construction of a shopping center on a former Nazi concentration campIt is in the town of Leobersdorf, where the Weinberglager forced labor camp operated, near Vienna. A group of residents is asking to stop the works of a business group. The place also housed the Hirtenberg women's sub-camp, where more than 400 women were prisoners during the Second World War.Clarín
POLITICSAug 28Austria: Anger over a business park being built on top of former Nazi campAnger is growing in #Austria over the planned construction of a business park on top of what was a #Nazi concentration camp during the #SecondWorldWar. Around six million #Jewish people were murdered in the Holocaust, around half of them in concentration or extermination camps.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 28'Grief, anger, rage': Former Nazi camp site becomes business park, sparking anger in AustriaConstruction of a business park on part of a former Nazi concentration camp site has prompted calls for its surviving remains to be preserved.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 14Austria on the UN Security Council , 2027 – 2028 : Engaging in Global Politics Through Partnership , Dialogue , and Trust - Vindobona . orgAustria is aiming for a seat on the UN Security Council for 2027-2028, focusing on global politics through partnership, dialogue, and trust. This outlines a country's diplomatic ambitions and strategy.vindobona.org · Austria
POLITICSAug 1Austrian pass to be blocked for two hours as protesters target trafficAn Austrian pass is planned to be blocked for two hours as protesters target traffic. This indicates a scheduled protest causing temporary disruption.yahoo.com · United States
POLITICSJul 26Against the Resistance of the Superpowers : Austrian Volker Türk Remains UN High Commissioner for Human RightsVolker Türk from Austria continues his role as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights despite opposition from major global powers. This highlights ongoing diplomatic complexities surrounding human rights leadership.vindobona.org · Austria
POLITICSJul 25Austrian Interior Minister Karner Backs Crackdown After NGO Smuggling ClaimsAustria's Interior Minister Karner supports a crackdown following allegations of smuggling against an NGO. This indicates a strong political response to claims of illegal activity.voiceofvienna.org · Pakistan
POLITICSJul 23Hitler’s Austrian birthplace reopens as a police station to deter neo-NazisAdolf Hitler’s birthplace in Austria was officially inaugurated as a police station on Wednesday in an effort to destroy the building’s appeal as a site of pilgrimage for people who glorify the Nazi dictator. A memorial stone is to remain in place outside the house in Braunau am Inn near the German border with the inscription: “For freedom, democracy and liberty. Never again fascism. Millions of dead remind us”. Hitler was born in the building on April 20, 1889. His family moved to another...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 22Austria turns Hitler birthplace into police station to deter neo - NazisAustria is converting Adolf Hitler's birthplace into a police station. This action is intended to deter neo-Nazi activities associated with the location.dailysabah.com · Turkey
POLITICSJul 6Ex-Syrian intelligence chief found guilty of torture and sexual abuse by Austrian courtTwo former Syrian officials went on trial in Vienna, Austria, accused of crimes against opponents of former Syrian leader Bashar al-AssadBBC World
POLITICSJul 5EU shifts from trade to war ex - Austrian foreign ministerAn former Austrian foreign minister suggests the European Union is transitioning its focus from trade to warfare. This highlights a significant geopolitical analysis regarding the EU's strategic direction.heraldglobe.com · United States
POLITICSJul 1Germany news: Ruling due on Austria border checksA Munich court is testing whether Germany's long-running border checks with Austria are a breach of EU law. Meanwhile, Germany’s coalition leaders are meeting to hammer out a reform package. Follow DW for the latest.DW News [en]