An upsurge in terror attacks across Europe since 2015 has catapulted security to the top of the political agenda. Paris, Nice, Berlin, Brussels, London and other cities have been hit as governments grapple with the new reality. Can Europe combine an open society with protecting its citizens?
Terrorism and security
The EU's fight against terror
EU ministers talk about terrorism and migration
Interior ministers from six EU countries and representatives from the EU Commission met in Lyon to discuss migration and the fight against terrorism.
EU moving anti-piracy HQ to Spain from London post-Brexit
EU countries have decided to move the headquarters of the bloc's anti-piracy patrols from London to the Spanish port of Rota on March 29, when Britain exits the EU.
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.