Deadly attacks in Europe since 2015
Jihadists claiming allegiance to Al-Qaeda or the Islamic State group have struck in several European countries, with France. Here is a recap of major attacks in Europe over the past three years.
France wrestles once again with how to counter Salafists’ sway
As France honored a policeman killed in the latest attack by a homegrown jihadist, debate has again flared over how to counter the influence of radical Salafist interpretations of Islam.
EU seeks to ease military logistics
The European Union plans to improve the transport of military equipment and troops among its member states.
Jailbird jihadists, a security threat for Europe
Already wrestling with a constantly-evolving terror threat, European intelligence agencies spy a new problem on the horizon: hundreds of jihadists due to be released from prison.
Sticking points in the Turkey-EU relationship
Turkey is still pushing to join the European Union but Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu recently said: "We have no expectations from the EU regarding membership."
More money for Sahel anti-terrorist force
The European Union will double its funding for a military force in West Africa's Sahel to counter Islamist groups and other terrorist organizations.
Focus on Islamic State, EU foreign ministers tell Turkey
The European Union foreign ministers express concern over Turkish military operations in Syria.
EU agrees common defence is NATO ‘mission alone’
The transatlantic alliance and the EU agree "the common defence is a NATO mission alone," US Defence Secretary James Mattis has said.
NATO chief warns EU over defence pact
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has warned the EU its new defence cooperation pact must not undermine the alliance, as US officials voiced fresh concerns.
European border agency begins new operation in the Mediterranean
Europe’s border agency launches a new operation in the Mediterranean to counter terrorist threats.