Ukrainian drone evades Russian helicopter fire to strike oil tanker
Ukraine has released footage showing a drone evading fire from a Russian helicopter before striking a Russian oil tanker
Ukraine has released footage showing a drone evading fire from a Russian helicopter before striking a Russian oil tanker
Protesters in about 20 cities, including Berlin, Hamburg and Munich, demand the banning of the Alternative for Germany.
Pakistan all out with a second innings lead of 130 at the close on day three of the third Test at Edgbaston.
After lower house approval, the bill to grant tens of thousands of Sahrawis citizenship now goes to the Spanish Senate.
The European climate service Copernicus said the Earth just sweltered through its hottest month on record in August. Scientists said the heat surge is mostly due to human-caused climate change.
Arsenal dominated play but needed a screamer from Martin Odegaard to seal three points in Napoli to open league phase.
The floating Olympic cauldron, held aloft by a giant glowing balloon, is still making regular appearances two years after the 2024 Paris Games, showing up all summer long in the nighttime Paris sky.
Dozens of universities pledged to stop or suspend ties with Israeli institutions over the war in Gaza, a new Investigate Europe and Reporters United investigation, however, reveals that many are now engaged in new Horizon Europe research projects.
Albanians have protested for over 100 days against a planned luxury hotel linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump.
The United Kingdom announced a major reset of its relations with Israel. And the country’s foreign minister used surprisingly strong language in explaining the move. The UK was joined by France, Canada and nine other countries who say they’re all banning trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, which are considered illegal under international law. Israel and its closest ally, the United States, condemned the move and Israel says it’s retaliating. Our reporter in London explains what prompted this move.
Robots protest in Poland over AI regulation concerns
Germany's populist, far-right Alternative for Germany party has declared victory in the state of Saxony-Anhalt after more than doubling its share of the vote in the first of several regional elections this fall.
Carlos Alcaraz beats American Tommy Paul in straight sets to reach US Open quarterfinals.
Exit polls show Germany's AfD taking a commanding lead in a regional election, but it remains unclear whether the far-right party can form the country's first state government since World War II.
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Saturday.
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow to revive efforts to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a halt to air attacks during their visit, but Moscow has not publicly responded.
Jose Mourinho’s winning start to his second spell at Real Madrid ends with a 1-0 La Liga defeat at Real Betis.
We go to the Scottish Highlands to learn about breakfast dish that has just three ingredients but countless variations: porridge, better known in the U.S. as oatmeal. Each fall, foodies and oatmeal lovers gather in Scotland for the Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship. We learn what makes a good recipe and which direction you should never stir your porridge.
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham discussed shared challenges in his first official meeting with the French president.
Life has changed recently in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv. Residents there had gotten used to periodic Russian airstrikes happening maybe once or twice a week. But now the attacks are more constant using drones, ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, even hypersonic missiles - not only during the night, but now during the day. We hear from the mayor of Kyiv.
The 2017 killing of anticorruption journalist shocked Europe and set off a political firestorm in Malta.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Ukrainian drones will continue operating over Russia.
The Russian and Chinese leaders met on the sidelines of the SCO summit.
The annual "anything goes" performing arts festival featured more than 4,200 performances this year. These are the ones we're still talking about.
Teenager struggled in Barca’s La Liga start at Elche but improves against Athletic Bilbao, according to Hansi Flick.
The vote against the EU led by 52.8 percent with nearly all votes counted, according to RÚV, Iceland's broadcaster.
Iceland’s Prime Minister, Kristrún Frostadóttir, cast her vote on Saturday as the country held a referendum.
The deadly strike comes amid 72 hours of near constant drone strikes across Ukraine, severely disrupting daily life.
Manchester City make it back-to-back wins to start the Premier League season as Crystal Palace slip to another defeat.
King Harald V of Norway, who went into exile in the United States as a child during the Nazi occupation of his homeland and refused a string of European noblewomen to marry his school sweetheart, died Friday.
An act supporting Catalonia’s pro-independence symbol organized as Barcelona hosts first game since Spain World Cup win.
Ratko Mladic was one of the most notorious figures of a war that killed over 100,000 people in the 1990s. He commanded his troops to "scorch the brains" of the Bosnian Muslims and boasted of being a "Serbian God."
Kylian Mbappe hat-trick powers Real Madrid past Real Sociedad in La Liga on Jose Mourinho’s Bernabeu return.
Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham headline against Sociedad as Real seek consecutive wins to open La Liga season.
Burnham, who was in Kyiv for Ukraine's Independence Day, said defense firm MBDA will release details on U.K.-made parts for the SCALP missile to Ukraine to help the country assemble the weapons.
Zelenskyy rejects call from sacked minister for wartime elections.
Barcelona begin their La Liga title defence and bid for a third successive crown with a 5-0 victory at Elche.
Carlos Espi scores late to snatch a win for Real Madrid after Alex Calatrava had levelled Jude Bellingham’s opener.
One person has been killed and three others wounded in an attack by a sword-wielding man at a Swedish high school.
England were 366-8 at stumps on a rain-marred second day, 195 runs ahead of Pakistan’s meagre first innings of 171.
It’s summer, so warm weather is to be expected. But in Europe this summer has been really, really hot. Five heat waves so far have broken records on the continent and there has been drought and wildfires as well. Extreme weather is linked to human-made climate change. And political parties in Europe are capitalizing on the fact that the heat is at the front of voters minds. But as we learn, those political parties are probably not the ones you’re expecting.
Ceuta leaders want children returned to Morocco, but Madrid says deporting them is ‘outrageous’.
The Normandy beach town of Trouville-sur-Mer is a two-hour train ride from Paris, but feels a world away, with English Channel breezes and the sound of seagulls screeching through the cobbled streets.
Officials warn they are continuing to identify new chains of transmission that need to be broken to stop the spread.
A boat has left Bristol as part of a wider campaign to break Israel’s blockade and deliver aid to Gaza.
Nearly 300 migrants and 61 alleged facilitators detained during mass migration attempt.
Hundreds of migrants have again attempted to cross from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta. This time, Moroccan officials fended them off, raising new questions about the crossing of July 30.
A social media campaign encouraged people to flock to Ceuta just weeks after many died while making the crossing.
Arday was 37 when he became Cambridge's youngest Black professor in 2023. He was found unresponsive Friday at a home in southwest London.
Wildfires fuelled by record heat are ravaging Europe, burning around 500,000 hectares and forcing thousands to flee.
A powerful explosion tore through a munitions faction south of the Italian capital Rome on Thursday.
The four southernmost islands of the chain also are claimed by Japan, which calls them the Northern Territories.
Kvaratskhelia and Doue earn a win for Paris Saint-Germain as 17-year-old Brian Madjo’s goal is in vain for Aston Villa.
A trash-can wearing comedian is far-right Nigel Farage’s main rival in this week’s Parliamentary election in the British town of Clacton-on-Sea. Farage is the incumbent, and his campaign finances are under investigation. Polls show Farage is still likely to win, but that Count Binface — a spoof candidate who wears a garbage pail on his head — may get around 20-percent of the vote. Some say Binface’s relative popularity is a reflection of voter disaffection. Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Iceland is preparing for a total solar eclipse with hundreds of visitors expected in the country.
Extreme heat warnings issued in Britain and France with temperatures forecasted to reach mid-30s Celsius this week.
Ukraine has targeted Russian oil facilities with long-range drones almost daily in recent months. The barrage has caused fuel shortages in Russia and unsettled the Russian public.
Espionage, sabotage, cyberattacks, and covert operations are a ‘constant reality’, says Germany’s interior minister.
Vollering, who first won the competition in 2023, finished the stage more than a minute ahead of Spaniard Paula Blasi Cairol and 2024 champion Polish rider Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney.
At least 200 people have been evacuated after a wildfire broke out near Italy’s Lake Garda.
Oleksiy Yukov spent two decades recovering the bodies of soldiers — including many Russians. He was killed during a recovery mission after stepping on a landmine.
Ukraine continues to strike warehouses and logistics hubs run by Wildberries, which it says aid Moscow’s war efforts.
Switzerland might be thought of as the land of snow-capped alps and incredibly good chocolate. But it is also a world leader in underground nuclear bunkers with more than 370,000 of them. There are enough for each of Switzerland’s nine million citizens to be guaranteed a space in one. But why? We go to the alpine country to find out.
Al Jazeera’s Nils Adler reports on how far-right ‘Active Clubs’ use fitness and camaraderie to recruit young white men.
Regional police and prosecutors said an airport employee discovered a drone near the airport's south runway with "an unknown explosive device," and the object was examined by police
Figures like Representative Thomas Massie have questioned whether crisis is related to US support for Morocco.
Ukraine's depleted air defenses failed to stop any of Moscow's incoming missiles overnight.
Ukraine’s defense forces have beaten back many types of Russian attacks during more than four years of war. But recently there has been a glaring weakness in their defenses: from Russian ballistic missiles. Those kinds of attacks are repelled by U.S.-made Patriot air defense missiles. Ukraine is desperately short of them and even the U.S. supplies of Patriot missiles are dwindling. We go to Kyiv to hear what the shortage means for Ukraine.
Rapidly spreading blazes are scorching the continent.
After the UK proscribed Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, thousands were arrested or investigated.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said his government will be “relentless” in tackling small boat crossings the Channel.
Senate race in Michigan comes to embody Democratic rift over Israel, as AIPAC spends heavily against progressive doctor.
Ballistic missiles tore into five districts of the Ukrainian capital before dawn Saturday. President Trump is now walking back a promised boost to Ukraine's missile defense systems.
When residents of Venice, Italy, learned that a beloved, uninhabited island was being eyed for development, they organized to save it. A year on, this citizen brigade is transforming the island of Poveglia into a rare public green space. Locals are now able to wander its newly created paths. Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
The world football body is facing growing backlash after its proposal to sell a stake in its top events.
Keepers at Prague Zoo used tonnes of ice to provide much relief to animals as Europe grappled with scorching heat.
A Russian missile and drone barrage across Ukraine killed at least 10 civilians, including children, and NATO scrambled jets after one of the missiles crossed the border into Poland.
Hadja Lahbib calls for existing plans to be accelerated and more investment as an ominous heatwave threatens.
Authorities in France and Spain say some of their wildfires are mostly contained, but others are blazing on and a new wave of extreme heat is raising fears of more fires to come.
Graffiti has marked the walls of Rome for millennia. One content creator builds a following cleaning spray-paint.
In an interview with NPR, one of Ukraine's top negotiators Sergiy Kyslytsya explains why Kyiv believes it now has the leverage to force Russia into serious negotiations.
Three women were wounded, two of them seriously, in a knife attack near Porte de Clichy in Paris.
In southern France, a wildfire in the region of Gironde is still active, while two major fires in central Spain are finally coming under control, ahead of the fourth heat wave of the summer.
France and Spain have deployed thousands of firefighters, and neighbouring countries have sent help.
The route for the iconic cycling race's final stage was shortened because security and police were reassigned to assist with wildfires in southwest France.
Barcelona offer condolences to family of a 54-year-old man who died during Camp Nou redevelopment after blow to head.
Tyson Fury forced his Polish opponent, Mariusz Wach, to retire in the fight at a Muay Thai stadium in Pattaya, Thailand.
Australia and the European Union were among U.S. trade partners who criticized the tariffs.
The death of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir after he was restrained by police in Bologna has sparked protests.
For decades, neo-Nazis and far-right extremists flocked to the Austrian home where Adolf Hitler.
After a week of nationwide protests over the direction of Ukraine's military strategy in the ongoing war with Russia, the Ukrainian military has a new commander, Mykhailo Drapatyi. Here's what to know.
Replaced military chief Syrskyi clashed with former Defence Minister Fedorov, whose removal last week led to protests.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces following days of protests demanding his removal. Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief.
A video showing the final moments of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir as he was detained by police has sparked protests.
The UK gets its seventh prime minister in the last decade. In a familiar ceremony, Keir Starmer, who was ousted by his own Labour Party tendered his resignation to King Charles at Buckingham Palace. The party’s new leader, Andy Burnham, was then given an audience with the King who invited Burnham to form a new government. We learn about Burnham, whose political career has been shaped by England’s North-South divide.
Ferran Torres scores the only goal of the game as Spain win their second World Cup.
On Monday, former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham succeeds Keir Starmer as the United Kingdom's prime minister. Burnham's politics have been shaped by England's north-south class divide.
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.
Kyiv's forces are continuing their aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia, aiming to undermine Moscow's war effort.
Australian golfer Herbert ended the second round of the British Open with a two-shot lead on eight-under.
The former CEO of Italy’s main highway operator has been given 12 years in prison.
Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory from England in a highly charged encounter.
Old rivals. New stakes. A World Cup final spot on the line. Argentina vs. England.
From Delhi to Jaipur, India is rolling out facial recognition technology to monitor millions of its citizens. Investigate Europe has found that behind much of the software is Spanish company Herta Security – but critics argue the government promise of public safety is not the main aim.
European champions Spain beat France with controlled display to book final against Argentina or England.
A crowd of more than 100,000, an open-top bus parade and a royal reception welcomed back the Norwegian World Cup squad.
One of the most sought after weapons in the world is the Patriot air-defense system, developed by the US. It is considered to be among the most effective air defense systems having been tested in war-time situations by countries from the Middle East to Eastern Europe. In a rare move, President Trump announced at a recent NATO summit that the US will share the technology with Ukraine. The problem is that the Patriot defense system is difficult to produce, so takes a long time to get production up to speed and it is expensive. We hear what this development might mean for Ukraine’s war with Russia from Seth Jones, he’s the President of the Defense and Security Department at Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Pro-Palestine activists unfurled a giant Palestinian flag and a banner on London’s Tower Bridge.
Live coverage and updates from our text commentary stream as Messi’s Argentina face Switzerland in the quarterfinals.
Spain and France will meet Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, in a matchup anticipated for years. Neither team has lost at this year's World Cup.
Mikel Merino comes off the bench to break Belgian hearts after slip from sub keeper Senne Lammens.
Meet Count Binface: the challenger from another planet taking on Nigel Farage as questions over the Reform UK leader's finances overshadow his election comeback.
UK’s likely next PM Burnham pushes for ceasefire, tougher sanctions over Gaza violence and settlement trade bans.
As mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham brought growth to the postindustrial city. Can he scale that nationally as the next prime minister?
The second instalment of the Soft2bet Files reveals how several major payment companies moved millions into accounts connected to black-market betting websites.
US summer trips decline as 45 percent of Americans skip holidays due to soaring airfares and car travel expenses.
The International Olympic Committee decision effectively overturns a decade-long ban on Russian athletes from international sport imposed due to a state-sponsored doping scandal and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
A year-long investigation by Investigate Europe and media partners in 15 countries uncovers a vast network of black-market betting websites operating throughout the continent and beyond.
‘No one is safe anymore.’ This is what French MEP Rima Hassan told a crowd as she arrived at her trial in Paris.
Sub Mikel Merino scores in stoppage time to give Spain a 1-0 win over Portugal in the last 16.
Relentless Ukrainian strikes on refineries have caused a fuel crisis in Russia.
The Netherlands’ penalty loss to Morocco prompted an outpouring of social media abuse directed notably at Black players.
WHO declares cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak over as final exposed person completes quarantine and tests negative.
The Vatican responded Thursday to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X in schism and excommunicating its bishops and priests.
Live coverage and text updates as USA play Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 knockout stage in San Francisco.
As he marches on, his flag blows back into his face, leaving him unaware he is only a step away from a perilous fall. As usual with Banksy's art, the statue presents a sharp critique of society.
Ben Shelton dumped out by Finland’s Otto Virtanen as Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur progress in straight sets.
Monaco 's chief prosecutor said the suspect who placed an explosive device that injured three people, including a reported Ukrainian tycoon, acted alone and remains at large.
More than 40 per cent of jurists at the Court of Justice have declared private financial interests, with some working on cases concerning industries where they hold shares. A new Investigate Europe investigation reveals the transparency concerns and possible conflict of interest risks at the bloc's most powerful court.
Follow the updates, with live build-up, team news coverage, and our text commentary stream of the last-32 match.
In the wake of racist mob violence in Northern Ireland, there has been attention on "active clubs," a global network of fascist, white nationalist youth groups that center activities around mixed martial arts.
Ireland won the second T20 by one run over India, who did not give a debut to teen sensation Sooryavanshi.
Follow updates as the top two teams in Group K face off – including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary.
Ukraine's long-range drones are striking deep inside Russia, up to 1,200 miles away, hitting oil refineries and depots. NPR recently spent time with one of the Ukrainian strike teams launching drones at Russian targets.
The military government, in power since 2022 coup, accused France of having ‘neo-colonial ambitions’.
Ukraine launched a major nighttime attack on a dozen Russian regions, Russian-held Crimea and the surrounding seas, and Russia attacked various regions of Ukraine, as their war grinds on.
Netherlands supporters got the party going in Kansas City, US ahead of their final group stage game against Tunisia.
Former Brazil football star Ronaldinho comes out of retirement at the age of 46, signing with Italian club Ravenna FC.
On the waterfront in Lucerne, Switzerland, soccer fans watched jumbo TVs showing a World Cup match played an ocean away. But the air felt more like the tropics.
Documents disclosed to Corbyn expose covert efforts by Starmer’s former chief of staff to combat the British left
England and Ghana share a 0-0 draw in Group L at the World Cup, despite late barrage by the English.
Rights groups criticized the meeting, saying it undermines the EU's human rights obligations.
The raft of proposed changes includes a new constitution and anti-corruption office, and the ousting of the president.
José Luis Ábalos found to have taken bribes on Covid-era public contracts in damaging blow to Pedro Sánchez
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is stepping down. His likely successor, Andy Burnham, a popular former mayor, would become the U.K.'s seventh prime minister in 10 years.
The seven-time ladies’ singles champion will make her Grand Slam return at Wimbledon, six years after her last appearance.
Rob Jetten acknowledges grief and pain of Moluccan families as crowdfunded monument unveiled in Rotterdam
"Italy and I do not beg," Meloni said in a video rebuke posted on social media Friday. Italy's top diplomat, meanwhile, said he was cancelling a visit to the U.S because of the alleged remarks.
Ukraine’s use of cutting edge drone technology is turning the tide in the war with Russia. And the latest breakthrough has been the use of drones that operate high-stakes missions on the ground. We meet one of the Ukraine military’s ground drone units near the front line.
Disorder in Belfast, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, the Ebola outbreak and the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs in the NBA finals – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
European Central Bank increases main deposit rate to 2.25%, with two further rises expected by next spring
Protesters in Northern Ireland set small fires and hurled bricks and bottles at the police during a second night of violence over a stabbing in Belfast. The incident sparked anti-immigrant violence.
Cate Brown, the Guardian's political enterprise reporter, examines what the Kushner real estate deal on Sazan Island can teach us on how Donald Trump’s son-in-law pursues real estate ventures
U.K. leaders called for calm Tuesday after the arrest of a Sudanese man accused of trying to kill a man in a vicious stabbing on a Belfast street sparked fiery anti-immigration protests.
The death of the 11-year-old, named only as Lyhanna, has pushed the issue of male violence against girls to the top of the agenda
Global conflicts surged to the highest number tallied by Uppsala Conflict Data Program. Fatalities were the highest on record since 1994, with approximately 244,600 people killed in conflict in 2025.
In an interview with the Guardian, the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reflected on his country's close ties to the UK since the beginning of the war
In the first papal address to the Spanish legislature, the American pope said a "moral renewal" was necessary in legislatures and public life to ensure respect for the inherent dignity of all people.
Keir Starmer hosts Ukrainian, French and German leaders in Downing Street after Russia fires hypersonic weapons at Ukraine
Widow of French ex-president Jacques Chirac was a steely behind-the-scenes operator known for her charity work
Attacks on police in Southampton, Russian strikes in Kyiv, the Ebola outbreak and PSG win the Champions League – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
President Vladimir Putin says Russia will strengthen its air defenses to counter recent Ukrainian drone attacks, which have reached deep inside his country and cast a cloud over his showcase economic forum in his hometown of St. Petersburg.
But three activists accused of PKK membership face retrial following jury deadlock
Ukrainian president proposes meeting in neutral third country as Trump says both sides have to ‘make compromises’
A coastal development project linked to Jared Kushner is facing resistance in Albania. The government says the project will transform the nation, but environmental campaigners and critics oppose it.
German director says he recognises actor should have been better protected during filming of Wrong Move
Linen scarves, cotton aprons and dishtowels adorn the entrances to souvenir shops, many of which are run by Bangladeshis whose home country shares Portugal's rich tradition of textile manufacturing.
New research shows former top British military officers are weighing in on wars and defence spending without public awareness of their commercial interests
Russian missile and drone attacks killed civilians across Ukraine overnight, in one of Moscow's largest assaults in recent months.
Officials say law will improve migration management by allowing more deportations of undocumented people
Social Democratic leader secures third consecutive term as prime minister amid crisis in ties with US over Greenland
A huge crowd of supporters gathered peacefully near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight that led police to detain hundreds of people.
Interior minister says 57 officers injured as rioters set fires and vandalise shops in about 15 cities
Reggio Emilia prefect stops gig after Jewish community ‘concerns’ over rapper’s previous antisemitic remarks
Paris Saint-Germain has won back-to-back Champions League titles by beating Arsenal on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest.
Russian strikes in Kyiv, the Ebola outbreak, Eid al-Adha in Gaza and Sinner at the French Open – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
This weekend is Arsenal F.C.'s victory parade. Fans from London to Lagos are celebrating a dream season — and watching to see if one more trophy is on the way.
Concerns among leaders in bloc that surge in imports could lead to decline similar to that of US rust belt towns
Anne Keast-Butler says Russian forces are ‘going backwards on the battlefield’ for first time since late 2022
Extreme early-summer event across western Europe also brings highest temperatures for month in UK and Ireland
Roland Garros, a WWI-era pilot, is credited with revolutionizing aerial combat. The major Paris tennis tournament was named after him in 1928, a decade after his death in combat.
Mercury in Spain also climbs to well above normal with weather event set to continue for several more days
Her abduction at age 14 drew international attention. After her rescue, Smart says she struggled with feeling shame around her body. Bodybuilding has helped her see herself differently.
Assault hits water facility, market, residential buildings and schools, killing at least four and injuring dozens
Mungiu took home the prestigious Palme D'Or for his film Fjord, a culture-war drama set in Norway.
Wait times of more than two hours reported at terminal for cross-Channel ferry to France
Exclusive: Top British official presented idea in Brussels but sources say it was rebuffed
President Trump's announcement stirred confusion in Europe following weeks of changing statements from his administration about reducing the American military footprint in Europe.
Prime minister says he will boycott opening, as protesters hold signs saying ‘stop USA’ and shout ‘go home’
Climate change is making rainfall in Britain heavier and more erratic, meaning places that used to be dry are flooding regularly. So communities are reintroducing a creature that was hunted to extinction 400 hundred years ago. Beavers are working as little climate warriors, building their dams and reducing flooding. We meet some.
The Ministry of Defence has released footage which it says shows Russian jets flying dangerously close to an RAF spy plane last month
A Spanish court is investigating former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for alleged influence peddling and other possible crimes tied to a government airline bailout.
Lawmakers call for data centre transparency after Investigate Europe revelations of Big Tech lobbying campaign
Latvia’s UN representative says she has little time for Russia’s ‘pure fiction and pure lies’ as row over drones escalates
The Kremlin has said Putin and Xi plan to discuss economic cooperation between the two countries, but also "key international and regional issues."
Britain likely to face ‘warm, welcoming stance’ if it seeks re-entry but also a ‘hard-headed one’ – with no special deals
It has been more than four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It is a war that has been grinding on without major changes in battle lines, but the conflict may have reached a turning point. There are signs that Russians are growing weary of the military operation and Ukraine has improved its drone technology, hitting deeper inside Russian territory. We hear from NPR reporters in Kyiv and Moscow.
Wave of almost 600 drones launched across 14 regions, after Moscow’s deadly three-day attack on Ukraine last week
Bulgaria was not among the favorites to win. But performer Dara's catchy, banging anthem bested 24 other nations at the 70th edition of the international singing extravaganza.
Man in 30s arrested over incident in Modena that left two seriously hurt
President Trump's troop withdrawal threat rattles residents of a small Bavarian town reliant on U.S. military personnel and their families for both income and friendships built over decades.
President Trump’s recent decision to withdraw at least five thousand troops from Germany has sent shockwaves through a Bavarian town that, for decades, has hosted U.S. troops and may now lose its main source of revenue. We speak to residents.
Russian drone attacks on Kyiv, Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Trump in Beijing and a mural of Lamine Yamal – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Export’s performances scandalised Austria in the 1960s, but are now recognised for exposing the objectification of the female body
Russia has launched a mass drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, killing one person and injuring at least 31. Local authorities report damage across six districts.
Brand owner Mondelēz was accused of reducing weight of Alpine Milk bar from 100g to 90g without significantly altering the packaging
Spring is snail season in Seville. Caracoles in southern Spain differ from the well-known French escargot — they're smaller and eaten directly from the shell. And everyone has a favorite tapas bar that serves them.
Health officials in Paris say French woman who contracted disease on MV Hondius is on ventilator in intensive care
The unanimous decision by the European Union, agreed to on Monday, was sparked by growing outrage over the devastation in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war.
Trump reportedly involved in securing visa for Zbigniew Ziobro, who is wanted in Warsaw on criminal charges
Britons among passengers and crew taken off vessel and put on flights to 10 countries as part of two-day operation
The 61st edition of the international art event launched on Saturday in an atmosphere marked by geopolitical strife.
Jubilation in Budapest as new leader invites people to ‘step through gate of regime change’
Security was tight in Moscow as Putin and several foreign leaders attended the parade, even as a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire eased concerns about possible Ukrainian attempts to disrupt the festivities.
US president says on Truth Social the ceasefire will include suspension of all ‘kinetic activity’ and a prisoner swap
Russia’s annual celebration of Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, is traditionally a huge celebration in Moscow’s Red Square featuring a parade with missiles, tanks and other military hardware. But this year the holiday has been scaled back considerably due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks. Our correspondent in Moscow says the move is a symbol of Russians’ growing frustrations with the war.
Trump sets Fourth of July deadline as he vents impatience at speed of EU’s implementation
The French league leader will face Arsenal in the final in Budapest, Hungary, on May 30, after the Gunners defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 on Tuesday to progress 2-1 on aggregate.
Demonstrators, angered by Russia’s inclusion at arts festival, shout ‘Curated by Putin, dead bodies included’
Zelenskyy rebuked Moscow for what he said was its "utter cynicism" in launching the attacks after Russia announced a unilateral ceasefire over two days later this week.
US president directs fresh criticism at pontiff days before secretary of state Marco Rubio’s visit to Vatican
Russia declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Friday and Saturday to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but threatened to strike back at Kyiv if it tries to disrupt festivities.
Exclusive: ‘Fish sludge’ in coastal waters now has nutrient levels equivalent to those in untreated effluent of country the size of Australia, report finds
Trump is once again threatening NATO allies. What would a reduction of U.S. troops in Germany mean for security and the U.S. military?
German chancellor downplays US military drawbacks and president’s barbs in TV interview
Germany's defense minister is playing down the impact of the Pentagon's decision to pull 5,000 troops from the country, but the move has rattled NATO allies and added to growing fears that Europe can no longer rely on Washington.
Senator Roger Wicker and representative Mike Rogers say move risks undermining deterrence and sending wrong signal to Putin
The statue in Waterloo Place, which appeared early Wednesday, depicts a man proudly hoisting a flag— but the flag is blinding him.
US president says European countries are ‘absolutely horrible’ to refuse to support operations in strait of Hormuz
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a short-term ceasefire Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Agents would not allow Pavel Talankin to carry statuette for Mr Nobody Against Putin on to flight from New York
The British government pledged to increase security for Jewish communities after a string of arson attacks and a double stabbing. But members of the community lashed out at the government.
Report calls for tough action to combat ‘escalating and unsustainable burden’ of liver-related problems in Europe
The three octogenarian nuns, who made headlines last year after they broke back into their convent, joined others at St. Peter's Square for a general audience with Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday morning.
Eight EU members continue to include force or violence in their definitions in national criminal codes
German chancellor suggests Trump administration is being outwitted at negotiating table by Tehran
Forty years ago, in April 1986, there was an explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. It was the worst nuclear accident in history. Then the plant was in the USSR, it is part of northern Ukraine now. The accident was a shared trauma for Ukrainians and Russians, but Russia’s war on Ukraine has torn them apart. We meet some families who endured the accident and nuclear fallout four decades ago, and are now enduring years of war.
Widely dispersed wind farms and solar panels are harder to target than fossil fuel power stations, Michael Shanks says
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive Monday for a four day U.S. state visit. Some hope the royal touch can heal the transatlantic rift that's emerged under Trump.
French president cites joint military aid to Cyprus as proof of Europe’s ability to defend itself during trip to Athens
Wendy Duffy died at Pegasos clinic in Basel as assisted dying bill in England and Wales fails to pass
Since the war with Iran began Ukraine has found itself in an unexpected position. In addition to receiving military aid, it is also a provider. Iran has been attacking it’s neighbors with the same type of drones Russia uses against Ukraine. And Ukraine has developed defense technology it can now export to the Middle East. We go to Ukraine to learn more.
Ireland and Spain will also not broadcast Eurovision after decision to boycott live event over Israel’s participation
Police catch woman, 28, climbing colossal 16th-century statue of Neptune to touch its genitals as a dare
The ornate Cotofenesti helmet, which was stolen in January 2025 while on loan to a Dutch museum, was recovered last month.
A part suspension was tabled by Ireland, Spain and Slovenia but did not receive enough backing from other member states
Billionaire owner elects not to attend voluntary interview as part of investigation by French cybercrime unit
U.K. police said Sunday they are investigating whether a string of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies, the latest of which caused minor damage on Saturday night.
Rumen Radev’s centre-left Progressive Bulgaria group ran on anti-corruption platform in country’s eighth election in five years
A life jacket worn by a passenger on the RMS Titanic has sold at auction for 670,000 pounds, which is more than $900,000.
The attacker, who killed six people in Kyiv before police shot him dead, was a Ukrainian citizen born in Moscow
Crisis in the Middle East, Russian strikes in Kyiv, Orthodox Easter and Karol G at Coachella – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Environmental footprint of Europe's data centres kept secret after industry lobbying in a move legal experts warn could violate transparency rules.
Thieves believed to have escaped into sewers after holding staff and customers in Crédit Agricole branch for two hours
Russia hammered civilian areas of Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in an attack that stretched for hours killing at least 16 people.
Agents detained Marie-Therese Ross in Alabama on 1 April after she overstayed her 90-day visa, according to DHS
Britain’s military has stated hundreds of times that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was “unprovoked”, but declassified files tell a different story
French child, six at time of 2019 attack, suffers setback in recovery after January operation
An investigation has been launched after we discovered a suspicious military transfer from Britain to Israel.
An inquiry found that a mass killing by a British teenager in 2024 at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class could have been prevented if his parents and state agencies had acted on his violence fixation.
Iran warns Americans they face higher pump prices due to prohibition imposed on Monday evening
Magyar ended Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year grip on power in a landslide victory on Sunday. The former Orbán loyalist burst onto the scene as an opposition leader in 2024.
Long-serving prime minister beaten by opposition after early results showed clear lead
Hungarian voters turned out in the greatest numbers since the 1990s to turn away from Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's right-wing populist Fidesz party, putting an end to Orbán's 16 years in power.
Suspect in 40s arrested after man apparently climbing on to USAF C130 Hercules transport plane on remote taxiway in County Clare
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has long been accused of corruption. Sightseers now flock to his hometown as groups aim to raise awareness of what they say are the leader's excesses.
Adams was granted citizenship and a passport from Balkan country by a special decree from the republic’s president
Ukraine has been a country living through war for more than four years, since Russia’s full-scale invasion. But the experience of that war varies widely. Cities on the front line often bear the brunt of attacks, and yet residents a forced to persevere. In our second story from the southern Ukraine city of Kherson, we hear about a former mayor, taken captive, who returns to a city where life has been altered in horrifying ways by the technology of war.
Kremlin proposes 32-hour ceasefire starting on Saturday afternoon – with Ukraine expected to agree to plan
Weapons evolve over the course of a war, and for the war in Ukraine the use of drones has radically altered the battlefield. But those same weapons have an impact on civilian populations in frontline cities as well. We go to the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson where four years of war has forced residents to constantly adapt.
Britain’s Ministry of Defence prepared for war with Russia after expanding Nato – 26 years before Moscow invaded Ukraine
Ukraine’s president says he has tried to draw White House’s attention to collaboration between Moscow and Tehran over strikes on US bases
One Moscow poet is making rare criticism of the Russian war on Ukraine. The Russian assault on Ukraine is now in its fifth year. For ordinary Russians, dissent against the war is dangerous. Poet Vadim Dzyuba is speaking out anyway. It’s cost him his job, and he faces an ongoing threat of jail.
US vice-president rails against ‘bureaucrats in Brussels’ interfering in Sunday’s vote during Budapest visit
When a 9,000 year-old grave of a shaman was discovered in 1930s Germany, the discovery was quickly politicized to support Nazi propaganda. But new analysis shows those assumptions were all wrong.
Claims explosives found near pipeline come before election in which PM Viktor Orbán is trailing in most polls
Incident prompts political scrutiny across Hungary as Viktor Orbán trails in polls before next Sunday’s election
Roberto Mazzarella, head of a notorious Camorra clan, had been on the run for more than a year
Crisis in the Middle East, a Russian drone attack in Kharkiv, a Saharan dust storm in Crete and the launch of Artemis II – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Even as religious belief declines in Spain, the processions at Seville's Semana Santa — the Holy Week lead-up to Easter — draw crowds moved by music, tradition and powerful emotion.
Support for UK military bases on Cyprus has dropped 14 per cent in two years, after garrisons dragged island into Israel’s wars
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down and retire, a U.S. official confirmed to NPR.
Speaking in South Korea, the French president defended the transatlantic alliance and called for return to peace
Party, which has neo-Nazi roots, will hold ‘important ministerial posts within immigration’ if four-party coalition wins in September
Britain's 1,640-foot-long National Covid Memorial Wall stretches along the River Thames, with over a quarter million hearts representing the lives lost during the pandemic — across from Parliament.
The Future Combat Air System program is a flagship joint effort to build a next-generation combat aircraft between France, Germany and Spain. But it has faltered as disagreements persist between Dassault and Airbus.
Upgaming is a firm fixture on the gambling industry's global event circuit, but the software provider is also tied to a number of websites that lack legal licences in the EU and UK, Investigate Europe and the Guardian can reveal.
The Azzurri are the first World Cup winners to miss out on three consecutive editions of the tournament, which this year will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Many countries in Europe have called the conflict illegal, with some blocking Israeli and US planes from moving weapons through their airspace
Human remains found in a church in the Netherlands could be those of d'Artagnan, one of the legendary French swordsmen who inspired the novel The Three Musketeers.
Negotiations deadlocked as No 10 wants more action on beach patrols but France has concerns over safety
'Out with the European flags at the town hall! Make way for the French flags,' Christophe Barthès, the Rassemblement National mayor of the southern town of Carcassonne, said on X on Sunday.
France and the UK are struggling to reach an agreement on a new British funding cycle as London, under pressure from UK public opinion, has demanded greater results from Paris in preventing migrants from crossing the English Channel.
Weak and sick mammal has become stuck in shallow bays and experts say prognosis ‘doesn’t look good’
Thieves made a break for 413,793 units of the company’s new F1 line bars which could cause shortage before Easter
Organized by hundreds of groups, the Together Alliance event was billed as the biggest march in UK history to counter the far right. London's Metropolitan Police provided a 'rough estimate of around 50,000 people' in attendance.
In an interview with Le Monde, the Ukrainian president shares his perspective on a possible end to the conflict and urges the US and all allied nations to maintain their support for Ukraine.
Crisis in the Middle East, a Russian drone attack in Lviv, cherry blossom in Tokyo and the return of BTS – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Two Ukrainian drones launched against Russia accidentally landed in Estonia and Latvia. This incident comes as the scenario of a fictional pro-Russian republic, orchestrated by Moscow to justify a military intervention, spreads in the Baltic states.
Noelia Castillo, 25, a paraplegic, had suffered from psychiatric illness and lived in constant pain
Britain’s upper house of parliament is known as the House of Lords and it’s has a lot of old traditions: powdered wigs, a gold throne, lawmakers addressing each other as “noble lord” or “baroness”. But one tradition has recently received scrutiny— dozens of the legislators inherit their seats. We go to London to learn about the practice that has been in place for nearly a thousand years.
Remains of the famed French musketeer Charles de Batz-Castelmore, known as d'Artagnan, may have been found in front of a church altar in the Dutch city of Maastricht, church officials and an archaeologist said on Wednesday
The northern French city of Lille was chosen by European Parliament representatives and EU member states to host a new customs authority, as part of an EU customs rules overhaul to crack down on cheap parcel imports.
Incumbent’s party appear to have largest vote share but are poised for their worst showing since 1901 with Rasmussen’s Moderates likely to be kingmakers
Mette Frederiksen, seen as the favorite going into the elections, has been praised for her leadership after fending off US President Donald Trump's repeated demands to annex Greenland. The general election campaign has generated more interest than usual in the Danish autonomous territory.
Denmark's prime minister called early parliamentary elections after gaining a popularity boost from standing up to President Trump over his threat to seize Greenland.
The nationalist prime minister is taking advantage of opportunities to rally his foreign supporters, particularly Europeans, in Budapest ahead of the April 12 legislative elections, which could prove difficult for him.
France’s Marine Le Pen and the Netherlands’ Geert Wilders among speakers praising prime minister at Budapest event
Keir Starmer condemns ‘horrific’ attack on vehicles belonging to charity organisation in north London
City hall veteran beats rightwinger Rachida Dati, while Marseille’s leftist incumbent defeats far-right opponent
In Sunday's closely watched state election, both the far-right Alternative for Germany party and Chancellor Friedrich Merz's party, the Christian Democratic Union, made significant gains.
Leaders who want more innovative European business must insist on a bolder approach
Cortina d'Ampezzo, the "Pearl of the Dolomites," is a blend of Olympic heritage with celebrity chic, fine dining and Alpine tradition, even as climate change and new tourism reshape the area.
Since the start of March, six Palestinians have been shot dead in settler attacks in the West Bank, according to a tally of data from the Ramallah-based Health Ministry.
Autopsy reveals James ‘Jimmy’ Gracey’s injuries consistent with repeatedly hitting rocks of breakwater
The British Parliament still has 92 unelected lawmakers who inherit seats by bloodline. They're all older white men. A new law now phases them out, for the first time in nearly 1,000 years.
If Europe is to regain any status, it will have to do a lot more than just say ‘no’
Entering the Ukrainian town of Izium brings the odd sight of roads and sidewalks completely covered in wide stretches of overhead netting. It’s a low-tech defense against the latest deadly Russian drones known as, FPV, or first-person view drones. FPV’s can fly up to 15 miles and are piloted by unjammable fiber optic cables. Cities in eastern Ukraine are preparing for an advancing front line as Russia’s full-scale war enters its fifth year.
Group has warned Portuguese government it will only bid for airline if majority ownership rule is relaxed
Officials understood to be investigating use of visas by company linked to Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light
With most major AI developers based in the US, Arthur Mensch insisted that 'this levy would apply equally to providers based abroad,' in an article published in the 'Financial Times' on Friday.
Akrotiri and Dhekelia bases have become targets for Iran after outbreak of Middle East crisis
Whatever happens in the Middle East, European prices are unlikely to rise as much as they did in 2022
The FCAS program, a flagship joint effort to build a next-generation combat aircraft between France, Germany and Spain, has faltered as disagreements persist between France's Dassault Aviation and Airbus.
Mayor of London says returning to EU now more desirable because of economic instability caused by Donald Trump
Local officials condemned the use of military aircraft on a UNESCO-listed site, highlighting the ambiguity of Giorgia Meloni's stance on the war waged by the US and Israel.
Putin ally Patrushev says Moscow could deploy ‘mobile firing groups’ after series of suspected Ukrainian attacks on ships
EU officials say they have offered money and technical help to Ukraine to fix a key oil pipeline to Central Europe. They hope that will persuade Hungary to drop its veto on major aid to Ukraine.
In eastern Ukraine, white nylon nets now stretch over roads and city streets, a low-tech defense against deadly FPV drones that dominate the battlefield and threaten civilians near the front line.
Thanks to the 3-0 win on Tuesday, Paris Saint-Germain's dream of retaining the Champions League title remains very much alive, a year after winning the trophy for the first time in their history.
Ukraine’s president says mass attacks on civilians are no longer the preserve of a ‘madman like Putin’
Brussels plans to neutralise short-term impact of Fundamental Review of the Trading Book over competitiveness concerns
Chancellor will tell landowners they will not be allowed to stand in the way of the project
With the Iran war entering a third week, Israel said it plans for at least three more weeks of war, while President Trump demanded other countries help the U.S. secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Time is running out to find agreement on areas such as tuition fees EU citizens would pay in Britain and rules for food safety
As the ceremony drew to a close, the Paralympic flag was lowered and a new flag was offered to representatives of French Alps 2030 – the hosts of the next Winter Games, which will follow the same dispersed model as Milan-Cortina.
Far-right and radical left parties likely to increase their local presence in advance of next year’s presidential race
Couple accused of using their positions at now-defunct Swiss bank MBaer to ‘further payments’ relating to corruption
The Ukrainian president said pressure from the EU to restore the flow of Russian oil through Ukraine's pipeline was akin to 'blackmail.'
Six-day tour includes visits to Canberra, Melbourne and Hobart and aims to deepen trade ties
Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four of the 13 tries in a barn-storming encounter in which the lead changed hands numerous times. Meanwhile, Wales tasted Six Nations success for the first time in 1,099 days after blowing away Italy 31-17 at Principality Stadium on Saturday.
The strikes comes after the United States paused ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine due to the war with Iran.
Outages mark new phase in government campaign against internet freedom
Four young men were arrested on Friday on suspicion of setting an explosion outside a synagogue. The incident follows a spate of recent targeted attacks on synagogues: in Liege, Belgium, and in Detroit, Michigan.
Crisis in the Middle East, Ramadan in Gaza, the Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics and Paris fashion week – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Europeans look for ways to restart energy shipments as Iran’s new supreme leader vows to keep strait shut
As Europe tries to restrict AI technologies at home, systems developed on the continent are being rolled out overseas. Investigate Europe tracks how Europe-made biometric software has embedded itself into Brazil’s education sector – with potential consequences far beyond the classroom.
'I am so proud to have been able to do this in front of you,' said 26-year-old Armand Duplantis at Thursday's meet in Uppsala, Sweden. 'I jump for myself, I jump for my family, but I also jump for you, for Sweden, and for everyone who supports me.'
A 2021 case of spontaneous community activism is recalled in a documentary with clear international resonance
Supporter mistakenly travelled to St James Park ground instead of Newcastle namesake (save for an apostrophe)
Talks mark the latest sign of growing confidence in the east London financial district
Payment for Inditex founder, the world’s 15 richest person, tops last year’s dividend of €3.1bn
Government minister Nick Thomas-Symonds said the change put an end to "an archaic and undemocratic principle." The removed aristocrats are 92 of the House of Lords' 800 members.
Government documents released on Wednesday show that Keir Starmer was warned about appointing Peter Mandelson in a December 2024 due diligence report. The PM has already faced calls to resign over his decision.
The blaze happened in Kerzers in Fribourg canton, which is about 12 miles west of Berne
Russia’s so-called “special military operation” in Ukraine recently passed the four year mark. And over that time it has become the deadliest conflict on the European continent since World War II. Over 1.5 million people are dead, injured or missing, according to western governments and think tanks. Our correspondent in Moscow tries to answer one of the most persistent and difficult questions of this war: do Russians support it?
France and Italy are monitoring petrol prices for evidence of price gouging
At the second world Nuclear Energy Summit, held in Paris on Tuesday, EU Commission head Ursula von der Leyen also announced a strategy to support small modular reactor investments, backed by a €200 million guarantee.
French president says attack on island is ‘an attack on Europe’ as EU states send military support
European reluctance to condemn the Israeli-American intervention in Iran flies in the face of the continent's values. No one can believe that Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump's goal is to defend the interests of the Iranian people.
Iran war expected to derail easing plans as policymakers learn from inflation caused by Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine
Major chatbot platforms found to be advertising unregulated online casinos across the continent, exclusive Investigate Europe research shows.
National Gas insists storage broadly in line with levels for time of year despite disruption for tankers carrying LNG
Greens projected to take lead in Baden-Württemberg state while AfD almost doubles vote share, according to projections
The French president will meet with his counterparts from Cyprus and Greece after Iranian-made drones targeted Cyprus, prompting him to deploy France's Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean.
Following the intervention in Venezuela, the war against Iran launched by the US president signals yet another admission of weakness by the United States, observes the economist in his column. This military agitation primarily serves to bolster the US economy.
How tourists became obsessed with finding the gates to the underworld of Greek mythology
Exclusive: MoD-contracted workers assisting Ukrainians in a way ‘no other nation has been willing to do’, says minister
Tehran using intelligence shared by Moscow to launch retaliatory drone and missile attacks
Negotiations began in 2010 were suspended three years later following parliamentary elections. The country remains divided on the issue.
Drone attack on Azerbaijan puts further pressure on western airlines
The Spanish government reiterated it would not let U.S. forces use two joint military bases in Spain as the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran escalates, widening a rift with the Trump administration.
F-35 pilot based in Cyprus becomes first to destroy a target in combat – and celebrates with a single beer
The exchange will see each side swap 500 people in total, after agreement during talks in Geneva last month.
Long before a drone struck RAF Akrotiri, opposition to one of Britain’s last colonial outposts was already growing in Cyprus
The Arctic Metagaz burst into flames before sinking after what the Russian president described as a terrorist attack
In strategic sectors, the industrial acceleration bill presented on Wednesday introduces a European preference both in the awarding of public contracts and in the distribution of all forms of state aid from member states.
Trump administration officials are suspicious of standards being set for American banks by a Europe-based body
The bloc is split over how to respond, but some EU members are rallying around the concept of mutual defence.
The US has relocated 15 aircraft, including refuelling tankers, from military bases in southern Spain.
During Friedrich Merz's talk with Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday, the German chancellor voiced hopes that 'this war will come to an end as soon as possible,' but added that he and the US president 'are on the same page in terms of getting this terrible regime in Tehran away.'
Oil briefly hit $85 a barrel as Iraqi production shuts down because so few tankers risk journey through Strait of Hormuz
Prosecutors in the northern city of Forlì are investigating a 27-year-old man, currently suspended from the Italian Red Cross
Dublin, Helsinki, Stockholm and Tallinn among port cities more choked by sulphur oxides from ferries, analysis shows
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
Macron’s decision to extend the deterrent is a boost for the continent’s defence
French President Macron spoke after the launch of US and Israeli attacks against Iran in a campaign that risks destabilizing the Middle East. 'An upgrade of our arsenal is essential,' he said.
Foreign ministers from the bloc's 27 nations held special talks via video link on day 2 of an assault that has resulted in widespread regional instability and calls for de-escalation.
On tour of returns centre, home secretary says ‘legitimate grievances’ have to be acknowledged as part of ‘responsible’ politics
Arsenal see out nervy win over London football rivals Chelsea with goals from William Saliba and Jurrien Timber.
Sir Jon Thompson to chair UK subsidiary Vocalink as it prepares to compete to build a new payments platform
Fighting intensified in the Middle East during the Olympic truce, in effect through March 15. Flights are being disrupted as athletes and families converge on Italy for the Winter Paralympics.
Barcelona have 64 points while second-placed Real are on 60 points ahead of hosting Getafe on Monday.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for an emergency UN Security Council meeting in response to the US and Israeli strikes in Iran. Germany and the UK are holding their own emergency meetings on Saturday to discuss the situation.
Cygnet Texkimp was approved to export machines to Rydena, but ministers examining deal after Guardian highlighted founders’ links to Kremlin military supply chain
In Kyiv's darkened high-rises, as Russian strikes batter the Ukrainian capital, older residents endure freezing nights and power cuts, relying on volunteers, pets and faith to survive another winter.
As her and her husband Julian’s new online course goes live on Create Academy, the designer shares lessons from a lifetime of cultivation
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen fast-tracked the announcement on Friday, much to France's dismay.
Ukraine made limited territorial gains in December and February, highlighting weaknesses in Russian offensive ability.
Investigation under way after vehicle ploughs into building
Divisive former academic came second to the Green Party’s Hannah Spencer in the Gorton and Denton by-election
Ukrainian women in their 50s and 60s say they've embraced cheerleading as a way to cope with the extreme stress and anxiety of four years of Russia's full-scale invasion.
European Anti-Fraud Office to look into the former US ambassador’s time as trade commissioner in Brussels
British Museum’s deal with Igor Tulchinsky thought to be worth £5mn
Kenya’s director of public prosecutions office says Festus Omwamba is accused of human trafficking.
Former British EU commissioner Peter Mandelson has come under scrutiny after his ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were revealed, with the European Anti-Fraud Office being tasked with checking if he violated rules for commissioners.
Aurelien Tchouameni and Vinicius Jr score to help Madrid fight back in playoff second-leg to grab a 3-1 aggregate win.
Antonio Tejero, who has died aged 93, was part of rightwing network whose efforts were thwarted by King Juan Carlos
Government’s crypto Isa move ‘at risk of being a damp squib’
The Russian economy, fueled by the country's military-industrial complex, had long posted growth rates above the European average. Today, however, the country's economic indicators are all in the red.
Kyiv’s ambassador to Washington asserts state department complained after strike on Russian port in November
Sammy Azdoufal alerted New York-based outlet the Verge after he took control of DJI Romo devices around the world
It has been four years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, starting a war the Kremlin believed would end in a matter of days with Ukraine capitulating. Now after years of death and destruction, the war grinds on with no end in sight as U.S.-sponsored peace talks appear to be at an impasse. NPR has correspondents in both Kyiv and Moscow and we hear from them about how both countries view the conflict now.
Problems are bubbling beneath the surface of Russian society four years after the invasion of Ukraine.
Since 2022, Vladimir Putin's regime has hardened relentlessly. The war has gone hand in hand with increasingly harsh control over society, all against a backdrop of mounting economic difficulties.
High-profile YouTube and Twitch personalities are profiting from promoting dozens of blacklisted betting platforms on their channels.
US president suggests trade war could escalate as administration says it will stop collecting levies ruled illegal by supreme court
From 2014 to 2022, eight years of armed conflict in the Donbas region marked the first act of Russia's war of aggression; the full-scale invasion was the second. If Vladimir Putin is not stopped, a third act is inevitable, warns political scientist Anna Colin Lebedev for Le Monde.
In an FT interview, Ukraine’s president says conflict at ‘beginning of the end’ because both sides need a ceasefire
Slovakia had issued a two-day ultimatum to Ukraine to reopen the Soviet-era Druzhba pipeline.
Police have arrested Peter Mandelson, a veteran Labour Party politician who served as British ambassador to the U.S., as part of an investigation into his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
Britain is running an aid project helping Ukraine prepare to join Nato and opening up the country to UK businesses
A few days after the Russian invasion, photojournalist Laurence Geai captured the farewell of a Ukrainian family at Odesa train station. Four years later, the mother welcomed Le Monde to Cologne, Germany, where she lives as a refugee with her son and her mother, far from her husband, since enlisted in the army.
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Gyokeres and Eze both score braces as Arsenal win North London derby to move five points clear at top of the table.
Along with a growing number of war-wounded amputees, Mykhailo Varvarych and Iryna Botvynska are navigating an altered destiny after Varvarych lost both his legs during the Russian invasion.
Promise comes as minister admits to ‘uncertainty’ about new 15% levy on imports from around the world
Slovakia and Hungary vexed after Russian oil flows via Ukraine halted by alleged Russian drone strike last month.
Fatalities and injuries reported in avalanches across Tirol after prolonged snowfall and windy conditions
Since the beginning of the Russian invasion on February 24, 2022, Sasha and Olga Kurovska – one in Kyiv, the other in Paris – have been sharing their stories of everyday life caught up in war. After four years of conflict, the two Ukrainian sisters, aged 36 and 38, are exhausted by a struggle for which they cannot see the outcome.
Country’s trade minister says bloc must be prepared to retaliate while Beijing warns of turmoil
Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto says Hungary ‘will not give in to this blackmail’ after oil flows from Ukraine halted.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the British former prince, is being investigated on suspicion of misconduct in having shared confidential trade information with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Gallerists Iwan and Manuela Wirth chose the Swiss canton of Grisons to open their second location. They entrusted the restoration of this former mountain inn to architect Luis Laplace, who took care to remain faithful to the rustic spirit of the place while punctuating it with works of art.
Their ability to challenge amount of support their child receives will also be curbed as government overhauls system in England
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, Ramadan in Gaza, Russian airstrikes in Odesa and flooding in France – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
A new Kenyan intelligence report said the Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine after being misled with false promises of jobs in Russia before being sent to the front lines.
The younger brother of Britain's King Charles was arrested earlier Thursday on suspicion of misconduct during his time as a trade envoy. New revelations appeared to show Andrew sent convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein potentially confidential documents.
Misgivings came before Trump lashed out at London’s deal to cede ownership of Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Official intelligence report revealed that more than 1,000 citizens had been lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
Political tensions rise after fatal attack at protest in Lyon as Emmanuel Macron hits out over remarks by Italian PM
Tributes pour in for former Palestinian envoy to France and EU, remembered as ‘voice for justice, freedom and peace’.
Russia is stepping up covert attacks across Europe — rail sabotage, drones, cyberstrikes — testing NATO. Polish officials warn "disposable agents" are sowing fear and weakening support for Ukraine.
US president says Diego Garcia military base may be needed for strikes on Iran
Kerstin G froze to death on Großglockner when Thomas P descended mountain to fetch help
The new body, designed to supplant the UN, will meet for the first time in Washington on Thursday. From the EU, only Hungary and Bulgaria have agreed to a seat on the board, but several other countries, as well as the European Commission, have nonetheless decided to send observers.
The statement, published on Tuesday, came after the Berlinale's jury president, German director Wim Wenders, answered a question on Gaza last week by saying: 'We cannot really enter the field of politics.' Signatories include Oscar-winning actors Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton.
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The US and Iran reached an understanding on key “guiding principles” at indirect nuclear talks in Geneva.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy earlier called for ‘justice and strength’ in diplomacy after Russia hit Ukraine with 400 drones and 29 missiles hours before talks
Advisory board member says adapting is ‘not rocket science’ but Europe already paying price for lack of preparation
In 1976, the Greek historian became the first woman to lead the famed Paris university in its 700-year history. The wide body of scholarly Byzantine work she established remains influential today.
Draft legislation on local content by European Commission seeks to protect bloc’s manufacturing industries
Secretary of State Marco Rubio tried to reassure Europe at the Munich Security Conference, but European leaders are skeptical.
Two years after Alexey Navalny’s death in an Arctic penal colony, supporters gathered at his Moscow grave.
Defence leaders write joint appeal urging public on need to be prepared for war with Russia and resulting costs
German Galushchenko was detained by Ukraine’s anti-corruption bureau while trying to leave the country.
Recruiters involved with fighter group are said to be targeting agents for operations on Nato soil
Distrust toward the US continues to grow, even among its closest allies. The American president's hardline approach could encourage Europe to promote its values, freedoms and way of life, writes Le Monde columnist Philippe Bernard.
Unlike in Europe, officials in the U.S. with ties to Epstein have largely held their positions of power.
Unlike in Europe, officials in the U.S. with ties to Epstein have largely held their positions of power.
Vinicius Jr strikes twice from penalty spot as Madrid move provisionally above Barcelona, who play Girona on Monday.
Magistrates will analyse evidence that could implicate French nationals and re-examine case of Jean-Luc Brunel
Secretary of state says Washington wants to work ‘together with you, our friends’ on the continent
In Odesa, at one of Ukraine's forensic centers equipped for DNA identification, 2,300 bodies – handed over by the Russians under an agreement struck in June 2025 – wait inside refrigerated railway cars to be identified.
French president Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to reassert its position globally and to "show unwavering commitment to defend interests"
Interviews under way as US president tries to fill role
After the High Court ruling, Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action, says the UK government’s ban has backfired.
A year after JD Vance criticized Europe's immigration and free speech policies at the same forum, Macron said the continent would be a 'good ally and partner' to the United States, ready to shoulder its fair share of the burden.
In its ruling, the court said an earlier decision to ban the Pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was "disproportionate."
Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby says current NATO approach ‘no longer fit for purpose’.
Ukrainians are uniting in solidarity with Olympic skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych after he was disqualified for wearing a helmet with images of Ukrainian athletes killed during Russia's invasion.
Ursula von der Leyen promises action plan to boost and protect sectors including defence, AI and clean tech
Friedrich Merz's government has criticized the idea of a joint European loan and the push for European preference in goods purchases advocated by Emmanuel Macron. These disagreements come on top of tensions over the Mercosur trade deal and how to use frozen Russian assets.
Move will add to cost pressures and limit scope for government to end long-running strikes by resident doctors
Pelicot says shame is ‘a double sentence’ and describes shock of seeing herself like ‘a rag doll’ in police footage
UK chancellor says Britain prepared to align with Brussels’ rules to try to boost trade with the bloc
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov did not say why he believed the US would respect the limits set out in New START.
If the 27 member states want to secure their economic future, they must overcome their divisions. In the face of China's growing power and American tariffs, Europe's future depends on stronger protection for strategic sectors and a joint investment plan for industry.
Investment in British energy system is happening at a time of soaring costs for new equipment, says CEO Chris O’Shea
Citizens of Estonia can now drive across a 20km stretch of frozen sea
As portions shrink and prices rise, shoppers feel the hidden cost of shrinkflation.
The heavy atmosphere since the summer of 2025 has been exacerbated by footage of a police officer being violently assaulted by protesters in Turin at the end of January.
The latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation of Jeffrey Epstein is threatening the U.K. ruling government.New documents have led Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador to the U.S., to resign from Britain’s House of Lords and from the Labour Party.The fallout has already claimed two key staff members close to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and some in his own party are calling for him to step down too.Edward Luce, chief U.S. commentator for the Financial Times, helps explain the scandal – and why the reaction in the U.K. differs from the U.S.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jordan-Marie Smith and Connor Donevan, with audio engineering by Hannah Gluvna. It was edited by Patrick Jarenwattananon and Michael Levitt. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Centre-left socialist president is elected, but far-right rival secures record share of the vote.
Director of state broadcaster Rai Sport welcomed viewers to wrong stadium and mistook Italian actor for Mariah Carey
The Milan-Cortina Olympic Games mark a new stage in the reintegration of Russian athletes into international competitions. The momentum has been fueled by Moscow's efforts to use sports as an instrument of power, explains researcher Lukas Aubin in an interview with Le Monde.
AfD party officials used taxpayers’ money to hire family members, media investigation shows
With 95 percent of votes counted, 63-year-old Antonio Jose Seguro is on 66 percent.
Moderate socialist defeats far-right populist André Ventura, with exit polls putting him comfortably above two-thirds of vote
Morgan McSweeney stepped down after acknowledging he had advised the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington, despite his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
A new vision of EU integration is slowly but surely taking shape
Henry Arundell bagged a hat-trick as the hosts scored seven tries but were denied further touchdowns by the television match official. 'We're happy obviously but there's probably a bit of frustration we left points out there,' Arundell said. Wales will attempt to bounce back next Sunday when they host reigning champions France in Cardiff.
Former culture minister Jack Lang resigns from Arab World Institute in Paris and is also subject of tax investigation
Under constitution Italy cannot join because power would be wielded by one leader standing above other members.
French ideas are often in the ascendant in EU policy-making just as the country’s government grows weaker
As the Winter Olympics get underway in Milan and across the Italian Alps, our correspondent looks back at a bold pledge made by the organizers: that these games would be sustainable. They said they would slash the event’s carbon footprint and protect sensitive mountain ecosystems. Environmental groups say that’s not what is happening.
Several manufacturers have issued recalls of infant formula in more than 60 countries since December. The UK said it was investigating 36 cases where children developed 'symptoms consistent with cereulide toxin poisoning.'
Students demand ICE agents protecting US delegation leave amid global outrage over Trump’s brutal deportation push.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, ICE protests in Los Angeles, Snoop Dogg at the Winter Olympics and Storm Leonardo – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
More wagers will draw even greater attention to a market already under regulatory scrutiny
The Norwegian police have announced the opening of an investigation into Thorbjørn Jagland, who led the Labour government from 1996 to 1997, on suspicion of 'aggravated corruption' in connection with his past ties to the American sex offender.
Ever since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, experts say Russia has stepped up its hybrid war on Western Europe. Attacks on critical infrastructure or using drones to shutdown airports are meant to undermine support for Ukraine. We go to Poland to see one such attack.And in Kyiv, Ukrainians are getting through Russian attacks that have shut down the power grid in the coldest months by holding dance parties on ice.
Oslo probes late sex offender’s links to Thorbjørn Jagland, who also led the Council of Europe and Nobel Committee
More than 300 prisoners of war are finally heading home on Thursday after Ukraine and Russia reached a deal for a swap.
While the US president’s many mentions in the Esptein files seem to have no consequences, in the UK Starmer could be the first world leader to fall
The war in Ukraine has become Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II. Russia occupies around 20% of Ukraine, but Kyiv still controls around one-fifth of the Donetsk region. Ukraine has warned that ceding ground will embolden Moscow and that it will not sign a deal that fails to deter Russia from invading again.
Effort marks rare instance of Trump administration aiming to collaborate with global allies on trade
Experts have warned that the expiry of the US-Russia New START treaty could spark a fresh nuclear arms race.
British firms could get more opportunities to supply defence equipment to Kyiv if agreement can be reached
NPR reporters visited the Milan Olympic Village in the days before the opening ceremony to investigate the dining hall dessert situation and other pressing questions.
Search and rescue operation involving boats, helicopter and divers under way off the eastern Aegean island of Chios
Greece’s Coast Guard says 26 other people have been rescued from Aegean Sea as search-and-rescue operations continue.
In response to a scathing US congressional report that accused the European Commission of trying to 'censor the global internet,' EU digital affairs spokesman Thomas Regnier issued a strong rebuke: 'Pure nonsense.'
Tech billionaire and platform’s former chief Linda Yaccarino summoned for ‘voluntary interviews’ in April
While there has been political turmoil in the U.S. over the latest release of photos and emails in the “Epstein files”, the consequences in the U.K. have been more concrete. There, a prince had already been stripped of his title over his connections to the late accused sex trafficker. Now a member of the House of Lords has been forced to step down. We get the latest from London.
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi was one of the first leaders to visit the White House after Trump's return to the presidency a year ago, but efforts to secure a trade deal had foundered over India's Russian oil purchases. Trump now said that the US would lower tariffs imposed on India last year from 25% to 18%.
New budget includes a $7.6m military spending increase and aims to cut the deficit to 5 percent by end of 2026.
British chancellor participates in talks with the bloc focused on resetting relations between the two sides
PM Sébastien Lecornu pushes budget through using constitutional powers that avoided vote in parliament
Newly unsealed files released this weekend exposed Crown Princess Mette-Marit's friendship with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The timing could not be worse for Norway's royal palace: On Tuesday, Mette-Marit's 29-year-old son will go on trial to face charges of rape, assault and drug offenses.
PM says Europe must ‘step up’ and signals he wants to work more closely with other states to build military capability
The latest victim succumbing to injuries was an 18-year-old Swiss national.
Ministers and officials meet on Monday to discuss ‘reset’ of relations, including closer security and trade ties
Swiss prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into the owners of Le Constellation bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana, where a fire in the early hours of Jan. 1 killed dozens.
The meeting came a day before Ukrainian and Russian negotiators were scheduled to meet in Abu Dhabi to discuss a plan to end the nearly four-year war.
The Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics open on Monday, but rapper Ghali’s inclusion draws criticism in his native Italy.
Nato chief has glibly dismissed prospect of coping without US support, but in the age of Trump the case for autonomy is growing
Trump was not the only factor behind the agreements, but his shaking up of the global order is worrying friends and foes and driving them closer.
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The Kremlin says it’s agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and nearby towns until February 1, after a request from the US.
ICE in Minneapolis, Russian airstrikes in Kyiv, Alex Honnold climbing a Taipei skyscraper and Sabalenka at the Australian Open – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
January 30, 2026 • Trump was not the only factor behind the agreements, but his shaking up of the global order is worrying friends and foes and driving them closer.
While the crisis over Greenland, coveted by Donald Trump, has prompted some EU member states to consider strategic autonomy, others still don't believe Europe can defend itself without the US.
If the US currency continues to slide with cuts in interest rates, countries will be forced to take action
Starmer, who is in China until Saturday, later told reporters that the bilateral relationship was in 'a strong place,' with progress made on issues such as whiskey tariffs.
France is moving closer to banning social media for users under the age of 15, over growing concerns over mental health.
Volatile trading session sees precious metals give up early gains
US president says he made appeal to Russian leader, but no ceasefire has been confirmed by Moscow or Kyiv
January 29, 2026 • British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing called for a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to deepen ties amid global uncertainty.
The ‘mother of all trade deals’ comes months after the United States slapped tariffs on India and the European Union.
In response to Politico's report that nationalist leader Robert Fico had told counterparts that he was worried about Donald Trump's 'psychological state' – which he had characterized as 'dangerous' – both the White House and the Slovak prime minister firmly rejected the claims.
Ali Akbar, 73, honoured by Emmanuel Macron with National Order of Merit for dedication he pours into work
Theft at Sparkasse Gelsenkirchen branch last month was one of country’s largest break-ins at a bank vault facility
January 28, 2026 • Spain's government announced Tuesday it will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants living and working in the country without authorization.
Attack in Kharkiv region was denounced as terrorism by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said it undermined ‘efforts to end the war’
January 27, 2026 • U.S. Homeland Security agents provided security support at past Olympics. But after violence by ICE agents in Minneapolis, some Italian officials say an ICE unit is unwelcome in Milan Cortina.
Interior minister says US federal agents will only work in ‘their diplomatic premises’ for Milan Cortina Games
Rwanda began the inter-state arbitration proceedings under the asylum partnership agreement in November.
Olivier Assayas's film, adapted from Giuliano da Empoli's eponymous book, was shot in Latvia, where the costly project encountered unexpected financial obstacles and faced criticism over what was seen as an overly positive portrayal of Russian figures.
Four arrested after authorities intercept semi-submersible vessel bound for Europe
Proposals would cut amount of shares required to trade in public hands to 10% for non-UK incorporated companies
European Commission says its investigation will examine if the AI tool has met its legal obligations.
January 26, 2026 • After repeated Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, Ukrainians face long outages during a cold winter at war. On social media, Ukrainians share tips for keeping warm at home.
Suella Braverman became the third senior Conservative Party figure in less than a month to join Reform, led by Brexit figurehead Nigel Farage.
Matheus Cunha’s superb late strike clinches a thrilling 3-2 away win for United against the Premier League leaders.
Airstrikes on Ukrainian ports have intensified since December 2025. Without a fleet, Kyiv has nevertheless managed to secure grain and container traffic, but the threat of attacks by naval drones is drawing closer.
In the search for stability, some western nations are turning to a country that many in Washington see as an existential threat
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January 24, 2026 • Russian strikes left much of Kyiv without heat, water and power during freezing temperature, even as Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. held talks on ending the nearly four-year war.
The platform, which was created to boost defense sector innovation and offset Russia's material superiority, helped Ukrainian units quickly obtain supplies. However, it also risks reaching a cap of technological sophistication.
On eve of day 2 of talks in UAE capital, Russian attacks cut off about 1.2 million from power in sub-zero temperatures.
Russia launched a major drone and missile attack targeting Ukraine’s two largest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, early on Saturday, as US, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met in the United Arab Emirates for a second day of tripartite peace talks.
The answer matters because Europeans are likely to remain divided on how to handle the US president
Donald Trump called plan to transfer sovereignty of the archipelago to Mauritius an ‘act of great stupidity’
The US completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, ending its membership for the first time since 1948.
ICE in Minneapolis, Russian airstrikes in Kyiv, protests in Greenland and the Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
January 23, 2026 • It was a volatile week for trans-Atlantic relations, marked by President Trump statements that unsettled global markets and strained ties with U.S. allies — on topics ranging from Greenland to Gaza.
The vessel, currently docked in Marseille after being intercepted by the French navy in the Mediterranean Sea, is thought to be part of a maritime network Russia uses to evade sanctions over its war in Ukraine.
US president says country will be able ‘to do exactly what we want to do’ with Greenland and says it would be ‘nice’ to end Ukraine war as EU leaders meet
The high-stakes meeting comes just hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a draft deal was 'nearly ready' and that he and United States President Donald Trump had agreed on the issue of post-war security guarantees.
Danish PM open to renegotiating 1951 pact provided country’s sovereignty was not called into question
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Davos, urged Europe to show more courage and unity.
Researchers say event described as ‘major tipping point’ for clean energy in era of destabilised politics
'It's a deal that people jumped at, really fantastic for the USA, gets everything we wanted, including especially real national security and international security,' Trump told reporters at the World Economic Forum in Davos, located in the Swiss Alps.
Also in today’s newsletter: Indonesia revokes mining and plantation permits, and Benjamin Netanyahu joins US president’s ‘Board of Peace’
January 21, 2026 • In this installment of NPR's "Word of the Week" series we trace the origins of the "cravat" (borrowed from the French "cravate") back to the battlefields of 17th century Europe.
Greenlanders reacted with sceptical relief to Donald Trump ruling out military force to take the territory.
US president bats away questions over damage to US alliances, saying he has great relationship with European leaders outraged at his Greenland demands
European leaders criticise stance on Arctic island, with French president taking aim at ‘useless aggressivity’
Party leaders vow to hammer Trump on affordability in months ahead, with Venezuela, Greenland their latest cudgels.
January 20, 2026 • Her parents, brother and cousin were killed in the collision, but the girl was found walking barefoot on the tracks. She's being cared for by grandparents after receiving three stitches in her head.
From January to November 2025, European exports to the US increased by 2%, despite the tariffs implemented by the Trump administration. The impact, however, was more severe in certain subsectors, including wine.
As Trump appears to be preparing to attack Iran and Greenland, the UK refuses to give basic details about the US military presence in Britain
The US president said he would “100%” push ahead with his plans to hit European nations with tarrifs if he doesn’t get Greenland
Sébastien Lecornu wants to finalise 2026 budget and keep his fragile government in power
Norway PM Jonas Gahr Store rebuked Donald Trump after after text exchange involving Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize.
Reporters Without Borders confirmed to Agence France-Presse (AFP) on Monday that the journalist, who works as a correspondent for several French outlets, including Courrier international, had been taken into custody.
January 19, 2026 • In 1955, Ruth Ellis was hanged for killing her abusive partner, a scandal that gripped the nation. But the murder investigation was flawed and incomplete, and eventually, Ellis’ case was a catalyst for abolishing Britain’s death penalty. 70 years later, her family is seeking a posthumous pardon.
UK prime minister holds phone call with US president as European leaders scramble to protect Danish territory
At least 10 people were killed after two trains collided in southern Spain. Rail travel between Madrid and Andalusia has been suspended.
Keir Starmer will on Monday urge the US president to step back from the brink of trade war with European countries
Oil industry expert Daniel Yergin argues that the US is desperate to have supply chains independent of China.
President Donald Trump, who had already declared himself the chair of the body, has asked the leaders of Egypt, Turkey, Argentina and Canada to join. The White House says the Board of Peace will focus on issues that include 'regional relations' and 'investment attraction.'
European and South American leaders say pact sends ‘clear signal’ amid concerns over global tariffs, isolationism.
Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Finland will face tariffs from 1 February
January 17, 2026 • In a post on social media, Trump said a 10% tariff will take effect on Feb. 1, and will climb to 25% on June 1 if a deal is not in place for the United States to purchase Greenland.
US president said levies against eight nations would rise to 25% unless they support his acquisition of the island
Trump-headed body could mediate in countries such as Ukraine and Venezuela
Song that topped Swedish Spotify rankings ruled ineligible after elements of song revealed to be partly AI-made
A convoy of trucks loaded with 1,000 metric tons of uranium concentrate left the Arlit mine in Niger on November 27. The shipment was supposed to reach the port of Lomé, Togo, for transfer to a Russian bulk carrier, according to French government sources. Instead, it got stuck at Niamey airport.
The Russian leader has not made any public statements on either the abduction of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela or the protests in Iran, two allied countries that are now under pressure from the US. He still prioritizes his relations with Washington and his ongoing offensive in Ukraine.
The use of anti-terror law against Palestine Action aims to block scrutiny of the UK’s role in Gaza’s devastation.
Almost 2.5 tonnes of narcotic seized and 30 people arrested after 15-month investigation into drug-smuggling network
Some European countries are sending soldiers to the Arctic island after Donald Trump intensified threats to take control
Newly declassified files expose array of actions taken by UK government to bring end to hunger strike in 1980
January 15, 2026 • Troops from several European countries, including France, Germany, Norway and Sweden, are arriving in Greenland after talks between Denmark, Greenland and the U.S. on Wednesday highlighted disagreement.
Talks fail to solve ‘fundamental disagreement’ over Arctic island controlled by Copenhagen
Mayor concerned that capital will be at ‘sharpest edge of change’ given dependence on white-collar jobs
Yulia Tymoshenko has served as Ukraine’s prime minister in 2005 and from 2007 to 2010.
A major fashion influencer, with 28 million followers, Chiara Ferragni had been accused of misleading consumers and illicitly profiting from sales of pandoro Christmas cakes that purported to raise money for charity.
January 14, 2026 • The two sides agreed to create a working group to discuss ways to work through differences as President Trump continues to call for a U.S. takeover of Denmark's Arctic territory of Greenland.
Campaigners welcome announcement from Northern Ireland’s top policeman amid fears the file might never “see the light of day”
Legislation would prevent American forces from using congressional funds to annex Greenland
Toby Ovens of Broughton Transport called Brexit a nightmare, and said he hoped a reset with the EU would mean ‘light at the end of the tunnel’
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen arrived for the first day of her appeal against a five-year ban from office.
Speaking alongside Danish leader Mette Frederiksen, who decried 'unacceptable pressure,' Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said 'Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States.'
Incriminating video, dismissed by officials as part of a ‘hybrid attack’, has forced resignations of Nikos Christodoulides’s wife and chief of staff
Following President Trump's threat on Sunday to take Greenland 'one way or another,' NATO and Greenland's government are intending to strengthen the territory's defense.
Donald Trump’s seizure threats unnerve islanders, Denmark, European Union and NATO.
State-appointed administrators file complaint to Milan court about ‘mismanagement’ of the Taranto site by former owner
Man, thought to be in his 50s, was found under 2.5 metres of snow and had been skiing off-piste
Risk analyst Ian Bremmer argues that the US is undoing the global system that it built over decades.
Talks over Arctic island’s future, Le Pen in court again, Wall Street bank results season kicks off and UK gets a GDP update
In March 2025, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, an ex-badminton champion and Demokraatit (center-right) party head, became Greenland's youngest premier, at 34. Facing Donald Trump's threats, he has called for dialogue.
Barcelona and Real Madrid bring the El Clasico to Spanish Super Cup final for a third year as the latter defend crown.
Jacques Moretti, who is in custody, told Swiss prosecutor’s office he forced door open and found people lying behind it
January 10, 2026 • The strike comes a day after Russia bombarded Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles, including a powerful new hypersonic missile that hit western Ukraine.
'We don't want to be Americans,' the leaders of five parties in Greenland's parliament said in a joint statement, after Donald Trump once again threatened to 'do something on Greenland, whether they like it or not.'
Without hard power, EU and Nato governments have limited options in heading off Trump’s territorial ambitions
Denmark and other European allies have voiced shock at Donald Trump's threats to take control of Greenland, where the United States already has a military base. Trump says controlling the mineral-rich island is crucial for US national security given the rising military activity of Russia and China in the Arctic.
Even economic success may not save Europe’s last socialist government from defeat.
Agreement after 25 years of negotiations prompts farmers to block roads in Paris, Brussels and Warsaw
Majority of countries approve agreement with South American bloc despite opposition from European farmers
January 9, 2026 • Commissioned by NPR in partnership with Ipsos, the poll also highlights sharp partisan divides on key foreign policy issues.
Leaders Arsenal and defending champions Liverpool draw 0-0 at Emirates Stadium to keep former in sight of chasing pack.
The US vice president advised European leaders to take the 'security' of Greenland more seriously, or else the US would 'have to do something about it.' Though President Trump has long talked about acquiring Greenland, his administration has ramped up threats since the US military operation in Venezuela last week.
Aria and Tia both south of Britain after US-UK seizure of Marinera, deemed to be part of Moscow’s ‘shadow fleet’
US policy of regional domination is being greeted with alarm by its northern neighbour
January 8, 2026 • More than 1,000 stranded passengers spent the night at Amsterdam's international airport as snow and ice that is pummeling parts of Europe grounded hundreds of flights.
US takes over two tankers, one Russian-flagged in the North Atlantic and the other Venezuela-linked in the Caribbean; Trump says Caracas will be ‘purchasing ONLY American Made Products’
Interception follows failed attempt to capture vessel as it headed to Venezuela last month
The UK and France pledged boots on the ground once a peace deal is reached.
US President Donald Trump has spoken with his national security team about making an offer to purchase Greenland from Denmark, the White House said Wednesday, despite Copenhagen making clear the Arctic island was not for sale. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he would meet Danish officials to discuss the issue next week.
January 7, 2026 • Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
January 6, 2026 • Ukraine's allies said they had agreed to provide the country with multilayered international defense guarantees as part of a proposal to end Russia's nearly 4-year-old invasion of its neighbor.
The president is looking at a number of ideas for acquiring the self-governing Danish territory and using the US military is 'always an option,' the White House said on Tuesday. Earlier, Greenland and Denmark called for a speedy meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio after Trump's renewed claims on Greenland.
White House says annexation of semi-autonomous territory from Denmark is ‘national security priority’
France, the UK and Ukraine signed a declaration of intent on deploying a multinational force after any ceasefire.
Starmer and Macron ‘sign declaration of intent’ following Paris meeting
Colombia is one of the US president's latest threats. The US leader warned President Gustavo Petro, whom he has accused of major drug trafficking involvement, to 'watch his ass' and said military action 'sounds good to me.'
Greenland’s leader says there’s no room for ‘threats, pressure, and talk of annexation’ after a new warning from the US.
Some Labour MPs want the UK prime minister to label the US intervention as a breach of international law
Forecast of Europe’s ‘civilisational erasure’ was part of call for pro-growth reform, says Trump official
January 5, 2026 • Schloss, who was friends with Frank in Amsterdam and whose mother later married Frank's father, was a tireless educator about the Holocaust and was honorary president of The Anne Frank Trust UK.
Mette Frederiksen responds to president amid febrile atmosphere after US actions in Venezuela
Police were investigating an online claim of responsibility from a left-wing extremist group after an arson attack damaged power cables on Saturday morning.
Annalena Baerbock on UN credibility, Security Council vetoes, Gaza, Ukraine, and whether reform is possible before 2030.
January 4, 2026 • The wife of Trump's deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller posted a photo implying a U.S. takeover of Greenland, hours after the U.S. attacks on Venezuela.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says US has no right to annexe the Arctic island
The managers are suspected of committing homicide, causing bodily harm and arson by negligence.
The two owners of Le Constellation bar at the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana said that they followed all safety norms.
Suspected offences include homicide by negligence, causing bodily harm by negligence and arson by negligence
Ukrainian president appoints military intelligence boss as his chief of staff ahead of meeting on security guarantees
January 2, 2026 • The French government says it granted George and Amal Clooney citizenship because of their contributions to its international influence. Their family has primarily lived in France since 2021.
London’s blue-chip stock index benefits from surge in banking and mining shares in 2025
Beijing acquired Royal Mint Court in 2018 with the aim of relocating its embassy in the United Kingdom there. Housing Minister Steve Reed had until December 10 to make a decision on this major project, but the deadline was postponed for the third consecutive time to January 2026.
Austria’s Katharina Liensberger to miss Milano Cortina Winter Games after knee injury in alpine skiing training fall.
Charlotte Niddam, 15, had attended a school in Hertfordshire and her family have not heard from her since the blaze
January 2, 2026 The French government says it granted George and Amal Clooney citizenship because of their contributions to its international influence. Their family has primarily lived in France since 2021.
115 injured after blaze at bar during New Year celebrations in upmarket Crans-Montana
The Neo-Gothic Vondelkerk, a 19th-century Roman Catholic church, has been used for other purposes since the 1970s.
Ukraine rejects claim, saying its forces exclusively targeted Russian military or energy sites
Despite the ever-present sound of air-raid sirens, the city in eastern Ukraine decided to deck itself out in Christmas colors to recapture some festive spirit. Yet the semblance of normalcy remains difficult for some residents to fully embrace.
January 1, 2026 Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 injured, most of them seriously, following a fire at a Swiss Alps bar during a New Year's celebration, police said Thursday.
New telecommunications cable damage discovered in Finland’s exclusive economic zone.
On New Year's Eve in 2015, more than 1,000 women were sexually assaulted in Cologne by groups of men, many from North Africa and the Middle East, triggering a fierce debate over Germany's refugee policy. Ten years on, victims say their trauma was politicized, as they continue to live with the consequences of that night.
December 31, 2025 As we look back at our international reporters' most memorable stories of the last year, we revisit a story about families from Ireland learning their full history. There, the Catholic Church once ran homes for unwed mothers. Until recently the church dominated life in Ireland and pregnancy outside marriage was considered shameful. Behind one of these homes a ghastly discovery has recently been made. It was a secret most people in the town knew about, but no one took any action until recently. And through reporting the story, our correspondent learned of a personal connection to this history.
Border guards say they found ship with anchor lowered into sea after detection of fault in Helsinki-Tallinn telecoms link
Scale of Europe’s narcotics crisis ‘not even possible to imagine’, says EUDA director Alexis Goosdeel
Also in today’s newsletter: China steps up Taiwan military drills, and Japanese stocks surge to year-end record
Footage shows a hole in the vault of Sparkasse Bank in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, where thieves made off with valuables.
Move could feasibly allow Russian missiles to reach European targets faster from Belarus, its neighbouring ally that also shares a border with Nato countries Poland, Lithuania and Latvia
A power glitch in the Channel Tunnel caused major disruptions to train services between London, Paris and Amsterdam, prompting the train company to urge passengers to delay travel. Getlink, the tunnel's operator, later said traffic was expected to return to normal overnight.
Saint-Tropez residents paid tribute to French actress Brigitte Bardot outside her home, a day after she died at 91.
Chinese artificial intelligence advances and the effects of Trump’s trade war have boosted markets outside the US
Russia’s claim it foiled drone attack on Putin residence shows ‘they do not want to finish this war’, Ukrainian president says
Russia accused Ukraine on Monday of having fired dozens of drones at one of Vladimir Putin's homes. Volodymyr Zelensky, who met with Donald Trump on Sunday for talks on ending the war, called Russia's claim 'a complete fabrication.'
December 29, 2025 As we look back at our international reporters' most memorable stories of the last year we revisit a story about a Ukrainian youth orchestra. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, the country has been hit with more than 50,000 drone strikes. The constant threats of war have changed many things about life in Ukraine, including the way the night time sounds. We meet members of a youth orchestra outside Kyiv who are marking the new sounds of their country with a sonic poem.
Trump says he and Zelenskyy have ‘made a lot of progress’ but that ‘one or two thorny issues’ remain
Also in today’s newsletter: Japanese births set to hit record low in 2025 and China’s industrial profits plunge
Peace deal nearly finalised ‘that’s good for Ukraine, good for everybody’, says Donald Trump as he welcomes Zelenskyy.
December 28, 2025 The Museum of Strategic Missile Forces tells the story of how Ukraine dismantled its nuclear weapons arsenal after independence in 1991. Today many Ukrainians believe that decision to give up nukes was a mistake.
Four days after unveiling a 'draft agreement' to end the war, the Ukrainian president is due to meet his US counterpart in Florida on Sunday to address outstanding issues and show that Moscow – not Kyiv – remains the obstacle to peace.
Aston Villa win 2-1 at Chelsea in the English Premier League, while leaders Arsenal and Man City maintain pace.
The 70-metre-long cloth about the Norman invasion has not been seen in England since it was created in 11th century
Ukrainian president meets Canadian PM and holds call with European leaders before travelling to US
December 27, 2025 Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning, killing one and wounding over 20 people a day before talks between Ukraine and the U.S., local authorities said.
Former European commissioner Thierry Breton, along with four civil society figures involved in monitoring online content, will be denied visas to the US. These sanctions aim to prompt an awakening and rekindle an essential reflex for European unity.
UK PM calls arrival of blogger and Egyptian government critic, who spent nearly 12 years in prison, ‘profound relief’.
Meeting on Sunday will follow flurry of US, Russian and Ukrainian talks, but Putin has shown little sign of softening
Since 2015, photographer Gabriele Micalizzi has been documenting the Donbas region from the Russian side of the front line, an area where Moscow enforces very strict access conditions for journalists. In November, he secured permission to enter Donetsk Oblast, a region of occupied Ukraine, and traveled to Mariupol, a city destroyed by Russian forces in 2022, which has since been colonized and rebuilt in record time.
December 26, 2025 As we look back at our international reporters' most memorable stories of the last year we revisit a story about how Europe is experiencing a changing climate. It is the world’s fastest warming continent with temperatures there increasing at twice the average global rate. That is melting Europe's glaciers, which may disappear by the end of the century, forever altering the continent's rivers with ripple effects on shipping. We go to the water’s source in the Swiss Alps to understand the changes taking place.
Ukrainian leader says he expects to address the most sensitive parts of US peace plan, particularly security guarantees
Sergei Udaltsov, Putin critic affiliated with the Communist party, convicted of justifying terrorism
'Chips: The Oil of the 21st Century' (3/5). When the Chips Act, the plan by the 27 European Union member states to reduce their dependence on the US and China for semiconductors, came into force in 2023, the goal initially appeared 'out of reach.'
Four Palestine Action members are continuing hunger strikes in the UK, following a protest practice with a long history.
Secular and sacred performances draw new audiences to the Square Mile’s historic places of worship
Refusing to help those in need is tantamount to rejecting God himself, says pontiff during Christmas Eve mass
France hits out at visa sanctions as Washington targets what it calls the ‘global censorship-industrial complex’
Algeria’s new law declares French colonial rule a crime, seeking accountability and reparations for the colonial past.
After the Trump administration sanctioned five European figures over the EU's digital regulations, which it dubbed 'censorship,' the EU, France and Germany have reacted by denouncing the move.
December 24, 2025 The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues, but sensitive issues around territorial control in Ukraine's eastern industrial heartland remain unresolved.
Libyan PM says Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad died after aircraft lost radio contact above Ankara
The head of Libya's armed forces, Lieutenant General Mohammed al-Haddad, was killed along with four other passengers when their business jet crashed shortly after taking off from Ankara.
Other countries, including Brazil, Colombia, Ireland, Mexico, Spain and Turkiye, have already joined case in The Hague.
Spending limits for 2025 extended into new year but officials warn new budget is needed to finance investments
Labour urged to accelerate reset with Brussels as many exporters struggling to trade in the EU after Brexit deal
More than half of those contacted by British Chambers of Commerce criticised the post Brexit arrangements
On Monday, both the Syrian government and Kurdish-led forces ordered their fighters to cease fire following deadly clashes that led to at least three people killed.
Boxer Ty Mitchell told Al Jazeera why he had to confront far-right British activist Tommy Robinson.
December 22, 2025 As we look back at our international reporters' most memorable stories of the last year, we revisit the story of the defiant Austrian nuns. The three sisters, all in their 80’s, recently ran away from a nursing home. With the help of supporters, and a locksmith, they broke into their former convent in defiance of church orders. They’re determined to fulfill their vows and grow old on their own terms. These sisters are have taken Instagram by storm where they’re being supported by a growing community. We go to Salzburg to meet them.
Animal welfare strategy plans to end some country pursuits and protect pets
Three people arrested in connection with suspected theft of items worth between 15,000 and 40,000 euros.
Sentenced to 18 years in prison and released in June, the renowned opposition figure told Le Monde that the political strategy of his wife, exiled leader of the democratic forces, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, has 'failed' and lays out his alternative vision for a 'neutral Belarus.'
Putin’s top foreign policy aid says proposals could prolong conflict as talks with US negotiators are held in Miami
December 21, 2025 Budget cuts threaten the future of Amsterdam-based Radio Dabanga, which has served as an information lifeline for Sudanese people about their war-torn country.
Defending champions Liverpool win 2-1 at Tottenham to climb to fifth in the Premier League table.
The comments from the Brazilian and Argentinian leaders came at a meeting of the South American Mercosur bloc, at which a future trade deal with the European Union was on the agenda.
Funding to tackle misinformation and cyber-attacks, and boost democracy, cut from £40m to £24m
Stellantis says Brussels’ rule change on climate policy fails to deliver ‘roadmap for growth’, making investment boost difficult
Greek coastguard says nearly 540 people will have their asylum claims processed after rescue south of the island.
Trump's global envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner are leading the talks, which will include top Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov as well as top officials from Britain, France and Germany. Rubio said that ultimately, both sides had to agree to a deal. 'There's no peace deal unless Ukraine agrees to it,' he told reporters on Friday.
The Bondi beach terror attack, the Brown University shooting, ICE in Chicago and a fallen Statue of Liberty: the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists
Britain had only been planning to deploy the plan in lockstep with Australia, Canada and the EU
Move comes after Italian premier Giorgia Meloni pleads for more time from Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Hundreds of doctors, dozens of MPs and thousands of everyday Britons call on the justice secretary to intervene.
Intelligence service says attacks were work of groups connected to Russian state in ‘clear evidence’ of hybrid war
Belarusian human rights defender Ales Bialiatski, released on Saturday, December 13, after four and a half years in prison, spoke to Le Monde in Vilnius. He calls on the world 'not to leave Belarus in Russia's hands.'
December 18, 2025 The three octogenarian nuns broke out of a nursing home to go back to live in their convent, sparking a dispute with their church superior. Both sides have appealed to the Vatican for a resolution.
The UK government must not use a new Supreme Court judgment as a blank cheque to conceal state wrongdoing
December 17, 2025 A nature photographer stumbled upon thousands of 210-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Italy's central Alps, near where some Olympic skiing and snowboarding events will be held in February.
Warning comes after Italy and France pushed to delay vote on landmark agreement with South American nations
European champions Paris Saint-Germain pushed all the way in Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar by South Americans.
Though minister had said ZEV mandate review would be completed ‘quickly as we can’, government confirms it won’t be published until 2027
By attacking European allies, Donald Trump also weakens countries of the Global South, whose common denominator is their opposition to the powers of the North, observes Le Monde columnist Gilles Paris.
Major European firms could be targeted if Brussels presses ahead with its tech regulations, even as the EU vowed to enforce its rules without discrimination.
Brent crude falls to lowest level in almost five years
Protesters called on President Pellegrini, usually an ally of Prime Minister Fico, to veto the changes.
Development abandoned after Serbian minister indicted over $500m project, in setback for Trump family empire
Statement suggests force to ‘provide robust support’ and enforce a potential peace deal in Ukraine
Germany says US to provide security guarantees as Kyiv and Washington admit differences on territorial issues
Kyiv says Kilo-class submarine is knocked out of operation in the first such attack using Sea Baby drones.
December 13, 2025 The monarch revealed the positive outlook in a recorded message broadcast on British television as part of a campaign to promote screening, which increases the likelihood of successful treatment.
The Italian prime minister uses France's current difficulties in her speeches to highlight the successes of her own policies, positioning herself as a model for a segment of France's far right.
Move marks big shift for Ukraine, which has fought to join Nato as safeguard against Russian attacks
The US has eased sanctions on Belarus after the close Russian ally freed more than 100 prisoners.
Paris says pact with four South American countries needs more work but unclear if it has enough support to block it
In France, between 1941 and 1945, around 200,000 children are estimated to have been born from a union between a French woman and a German soldier. Their often painful search for their origins meets many obstacles, including family taboos and difficult access to archives.
Real Madrid have only won two of their last eight matches piling pressure on their manager Xabi Alonso for Alaves trip.
Nobel prize winner Ales Bialiatski and opposition figure Maria Kalesnikava among those freed after US talks with Alexander Lukashenko
More than 100 political prisoners freed but another 1,000 remain behind bars
To circumvent a potential veto from Viktor Orban's Hungary, member states invoked an article of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU, which covers economic stability in times of crisis.
December 13, 2025 The monarch revealed the positive outlook in a recorded message broadcast on British television as part of a campaign to promote screening, which increases the likelihood of successful treatment.
UN member states endorsed the ICJ’s findings and pressed Israel to meet its legal obligations as an occupying power.
The decision is a significant step towards using the cash to aid Ukraine’s defence – but Moscow is threatening to retaliate
As peace talks with Washington continue, the Kremlin is trying to convince the world that a Russian victory is inevitable, even though its army is advancing slowly and suffering heavy losses.
End of deliveries by Denmark’s mail service bodes ill for the epistolary form
December 12, 2025 You won't arrive on time and may not even get a seat. Your booking might get lost. Things have gotten so dire that a foreigner has been brought in to shake things up.
US proposes ‘compromise’ option of demilitarised buffer that excludes both Ukrainian and Russian forces, says Kyiv
Speaking in Kyiv via video link at a virtual meeting of the coalition of the ‘coalition of the willing’, the Ukrainian president said there was a belief in Ukraine ‘that America should speak to the Russian side’ about a possible truce. The leaders of Germany, Britain and France were among those taking part
Ukrainian negotiator Mykhailo Podolyak tells Le Monde that the zone would require Ukrainian and Russian forces to both pull back from the front line.
New Delhi is deepening economic ties with Moscow, despite pressure from Washington.
December 11, 2025 Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado appeared in public for the first time in 11 months after a daring escape from her homeland when she emerged from a hotel balcony in Norway's capital.
Discussions on reconstruction come as Donald Trump seeks end to Russian invasion
Experts suggest humans made fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, scientists say.
December 10, 2025 Life for Russians has changed in myriad ways since the start of the full scale war in Ukraine in 2022. It has affected everything from what they can say to what they can buy. But perhaps the most far reaching change is in what Russians learn. Our correspondent in Moscow tells us about a new undercover documentary that shows the changes to Russian schools.
Since the release of the US National Security Strategy on December 5, the increasingly harsh tone of the transatlantic relationship has drawn attention, even though this power struggle was not among Donald Trump's main priorities, writes Le Monde columnist Gilles Paris.
Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron and others to discuss peace plan as US tries to push through peace deal
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
Thinktank says Rachel Reeves’s budget had started to assure bond markets about fiscal approach
Move comes with concern rife that Minsk, alongside ally Russia, is using hybrid warfare and testing NATO.
Priya Dogra set to take over from former boss Alex Mahon with announcement expected as early as this week
The Rassemblement National leader said he thought his British counterpart would 'be the next prime minister of the UK' after they met on Tuesday.
December 9, 2025 Russia is pushing to take over all of eastern Ukraine's Donbas region, where one resident tells NPR that she feels her "life depends on how our guys at the front hold on."
UK foreign secretary urges action against ‘information warfare’ made easier by advances in technology
Margaret Hodge urges Britain to help its overseas territories in return for them implementing financial transparency rules
Leaders of France, Germany and the UK pledged support for Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, after Donald Trump complained the Ukrainians were not doing enough to consider a proposal the Europeans fear is too favorable to Russia.
Firefighters evacuated residents and their pets from a nine-storey apartment building after a Russian drone strike.
December 8, 2025 The talks signal fresh support from European allies. But they follow stalled U.S. negotiations in Miami and comments from President Trump's son suggesting Washington is ready to pull back.
German chancellor makes efforts to mend ties after disagreements with Israel on Gaza conduct
A Kremlin spokesperson said that the changes ‘correspond in many ways to our vision’.
Open valve in heating system affects 300 to 400 items just weeks after a brazen jewel theft raised security concerns
Since summer 2024, radical British groups have periodically traveled to the French shores of the English Channel, aiming to 'stop the boats' and protest what they describe as a migrant invasion.
December 6, 2025 The migrants were attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities said Saturday. At least two people have been rescued.
Two survivors who were saved from the drifting vessel said that following bad weather, the migrants had no way to cover up, nor to eat or drink anything. Over the past year, an increasing number of migrants have headed to the Greek island of Crete as a way of reaching EU territory from Libya.
Barcelona extend their lead at the top of La Liga to four points but Real Betis give defending champions a late scare.
Lord Offord says he will resign his peerage and stand for election to Holyrood next year
Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz will also be present for talks on guaranteeing Ukraine’s postwar security
December 6, 2025 Russia unleashed a major missile and drone barrage on Ukraine overnight into Saturday, after U.S. and Ukrainian officials said they'll meet on Saturday for talks aimed at ending the war.
Text signed by president seems to echo ‘great replacement’ theory, saying Europe faces ‘civilisational erasure’
Party expels Ian Cooper in Staffordshire after historic racist social media posts emerge
From Washington to Copenhagen and Pretoria, blaming migrants has become the easiest governing strategy of our time.
December 5, 2025 The fines were due to the platform's misleading use of blue check marks to identify verified users and a lack of transparency over ads and data access for researchers.
Brussels ruled that Elon Musk's social media platform violated three provisions of the European Union's Digital Services Act related to transparency and accountability. It is continuing its investigation into the dissemination of illegal content and misinformation.
Talks to include trade imbalances and China’s support for Russia.
December 4, 2025 Americans' most loved Italian food staple could soon double in price or disappear from U.S. supermarket shelves following tariffs imposed by the Trump administration that could go into force from January. Our reporter in Rome explores why the tariffs are being applied and what it could mean for Italian producers and U.S. consumers.
Latest effort to control communications comes as regulator claims apps being used to ‘conduct terrorist activities’
The proposed European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is part of an effort to centralize the bloc's currently fragmented financial markets and gain autonomy from the United States.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife joined by King Charles and Queen Camilla on carriage ride through Windsor at start of three-day visit
December 3, 2025 U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff visited Moscow this week to present the revised Ukraine peace proposal. We’ll hear how they were received. And Marco Rubio won’t attend a NATO meeting of foreign ministers about Ukraine, the first time in more than 20 years the U.S. Secretary of State won’t be at such a meeting. We’ll get reaction from Europe. And we’ll hear from a former U.S. ambassador to NATO on what the alliance’s role in a Ukraine peace deal should be.
Stephen Fitzpatrick wants to provide UK energy supplier with cash injection that would increase his stake to more than 51%
Donald Trump, casting himself as mediator in the Russia-Ukraine war, has been pushing Kyiv and European leaders to accept his 'peace plan,' drafted with Moscow. His seemingly erratic approach reveals a deeper issue: the absence of any standards governing peace processes.
Real Madrid cut defending champions Barcelona’s lead at the top of La Liga to one point with 3-0 win at in Bilbao.
Kremlin aide says Ukraine crisis is no closer to resolution after Witkoff talks, as Russian president accuses European powers of sabotaging peace
The European Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating allegations of favoritism in the awarding of a training program for future diplomats by the European External Action Service to the College of Europe in Bruges.
Russian president holds meeting with Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with US envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss the Ukraine peace effort.
Locations of more than 60,000 landfills pinpointed across Europe in first-of-its-kind analysis, uncovering a multitude of potential threats to ecosystems and communities.
Bitcoin also sells off as rising yields push traders out of risky assets
When peacemaking ignores truth, it risks turning war crimes into opinion and genocide into a story with two sides.
Britain quit EU programme after Brexit, when Boris Johnson claimed it did not offer good value for money
Under pressure from the US, the European Commission is prepared to ease its legislation to halt its technological decline. But Brussels must resist being boxed into a choice between innovation and regulation and instead highlight its strengths, writes Le Monde columnist Stéphane Lauer.
December 1, 2025 The trio of octogenarian nuns gained global fame after fleeing their care home and breaking into their former convent. Now their superior has asked the Vatican to intercede in the dispute.
Mikel Merino cancels out Trevoh Chalobah’s opener to spare the Premier League leaders’ blushes at Stamford Bridge.
Donald Trump’s special envoy due to travel to Moscow this week as Washington tries to clinch a deal
Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet Kyiv delegation amid more deadly Russian attacks in Ukraine
The American pope called on crisis-hit Lebanon to embrace peace and stem the country's accelerating emigration, urging leaders to put themselves 'at the service of your people' during his first foreign trip.
The pope is visiting Turkiye until Sunday on his first overseas trip as pontiff, which also includes a visit to Lebanon.
A theatrical sensation since the 1960s, whose dramas included Arcadia, The Real Thing and Leopoldstadt, Stoppard also had huge success as a screenwriter
With Volodymyr Zelensky's top aide stepping down, the EU loses a key interlocutor in Kyiv at a pivotal moment in peace talks. The Trump administration, by contrast, seems ready to leverage the crisis to push its own priorities.
Tie-up marks new level of co-operation between Moscow and Beijing’s military industrial complexes
Member states of the European Space Agency, meeting in Bremen, approved a €22.1 billion budget for 2026-2028 – a 32% increase. Germany will contribute €5.1 billion, or 23% of the funds, taking on a leadership role in Europe's space program.
President’s departing aide centralised decision-making in a way no other official had done in Ukraine
Premier League leaders Arsenal meet their nearest rivals and FIFA Club World Cup holders, Chelsea, at Stamford Bridge.
Ukrainian president announces departure of Andriy Yermak, who was leading peace talks with US
November 28, 2025 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, whose residence was searched earlier in the day by anti-corruption investigators.
The Italian designer is one of the Vatican's preferred tailors. At 50, he has dressed the last three popes, including Leo XIV. Catholic and gay, he has patiently – and indulgently – observed the slow evolution of the Church.
Premier Bart De Wever sets out conditions that would resolve his objections to a proposed €140bn EU loan to Kyiv
Agency warns shoppers to be vigilant online and on the high street, with counterfeit items often posing health risks
November 27, 2025 In this encore episode, we take a look at keepsakes. Clearing out a closet, attic or garage can be a chore. Old photographs, clothes and books can create clutter, or take up space that’s sometimes needed for something else. But every so often, the heirlooms or mementos that you find retain some value: if that’s emotional value, it can be hard to part with them. If it’s financial, that can make it easier, as Willem Marx hoped it would be with his childhood stamp collection in London.
G20 summit in Johannesburg was seen as a diplomatic success for South Africa and a renewed commitment to multilaterism.
PSV Eindhoven inflict third straight defeat on Premier League holders Liverpool, as Arsenal top Champions League.
November 26, 2025 German surfers are not stoked after one of the world’s largest inland waves, in a river in Munich, disappeared following a city dredging project. Now the community is uniting to bring it back. Our correspondent investigates.
Sergey Utkin, a Russian researcher at the University of Hamburg, believes that Vladimir Putin will never accept a plan that does not acknowledge his victory.
Report raises questions over government’s energy strategy as North Sea production falls
EU’s foreign policy chief says ‘there’s one aggressor and one victim’ in conflict amid US push to end the war
Despite recent efforts and White House optimism, recent negotiations have failed to secure a breakthrough on key issues
The arrests of three suspects come amid increased fear of Russian interference across Europe.
President’s comments come as Moscow signals it could reject proposal that differs from Alaska talks
A warehouse in West London was engulfed by a large fire as repeated explosions were heard.
November 25, 2025 Russia launched a wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital overnight, and Ukraine attacked southern Russia, during a renewed U.S. push to end the war.
Gambling-adjacent companies have deals with more than a third of teams in Europe's top five leagues this season, exclusive analysis finds.
Chancellor will use Budget on Wednesday to announce 250 neighbourhood health clinics
Some of Russia’s maximalist demands have been removed from original 28-point proposal, it is understood
France prepares to host Iran’s foreign minister in Paris for high-stakes talks on nuclear and regional tensions.
November 24, 2025 Top U.S. and Ukrainian officials said they are making progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war. But European allies feel they've been left out of the plan, which they say placates Russia. We get reaction from Ukrainians on the state of negotiations and from a German diplomat on what the plan is missing
At least 1,500 journalists, working for nearly 70 media outlets, have settled abroad to escape propaganda and repression.
Australian miner recently held talks with UK rival following $50bn Teck deal
Document omits some of Washington’s pro-Russia points and calls for Kyiv’s sovereignty to be respected
Niklas Frank, an 86-year-old former journalist, is known in Germany for his absolute loathing of his father. As a Reich official, Hans Frank, appointed by Hitler in Poland, was among those sentenced to death at the Nuremberg trials, which began 80 years ago.
The Gunners open up a commanding six-point lead at the top of England’s Premier League with a derby demolition of Spurs.
Drone sightings caused suspension of air traffic at Eindhoven airport, impacting both civilian and military operations.
Push for ‘road map’ on how economies can wean off coal, oil and gas fails but Brazilian presidency promises to follow up
European leaders say Washington’s proposal needs major changes, as Macron warns G20 risks losing relevance
General Fabien Mandon has sparked controversy by urging France to 'accept the loss of its children' in the event of a possible war with Russia. Yet several European chiefs of defense have recently issued similarly alarming statements.
November 22, 2025 Israeli-French peace activist Ofer Bronchtein helped shape President Emmanuel Macron's plan to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations this year. Here's how he did it.
John Williams says there is ‘room for a further adjustment’ in borrowing costs
Trump administration plan demands concessions from Kyiv, including surrendering the Donbas region.
US president says ‘Thursday is an appropriate time’ in radio interview as Ukrainian leader weighs up US proposal
November 21, 2025 The plan includes many of Russian President Vladimir Putin's demands. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday that his country is at "truly one of the most difficult moments in our history."
The major city in the Donbas faces the threat of falling after a slow encirclement by Russian forces. It would be a militarily costly victory, but one that could bolster Vladimir Putin's claims over the region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insisted that any deal to end Russia's invasion must bring a "dignified peace." The White House called the plan "good" for both sides.
Trump pushes Kyiv to make major concessions on land, size of armed forces and weapons
Ukrainian president’s office issues statement after other officials condemn ‘absurd’ plan to end conflict
An inquiry commissioned in 2021 has found ex-PM Boris Johnson failed to act decisively to combat the global pandemic.
November 20, 2025 Munich's famous river wave, the Eisbachwelle, vanished after a dredging in early November. Authorities are working to resurrect the beloved wave but impatient surfers have also tried their own methods.
Terms of the US-drafted, 28-point framework to end the war closely track Russian demands, according to news reports.
Health secretary says he is not comfortable with some elements of policy but that it is the right thing to do for the country
The attack on the city of Ternopil was the deadliest for weeks and the worst in the west of the country since Moscow invaded in 2022. Meanwhile, an attempt by President Volodymyr Zelensky to revive the peace process with talks in Turkey fell flat.
City region aims to capitalise on sustained economic growth with first fund of its kind
Competition and Markets Authority set to probe dentistry sector after sharp increase in prices
Spain finish unbeaten at the top of Group E despite being given genuine scare by Turkiye, who will compete in playoffs.
Donald Tusk says two saboteurs crossed border from Belarus hoping to cause divisive ‘catastrophe’
A French court on Tuesday handed prison terms of three to 15 years to members of a smuggling ring after seven Afghans died when their boat capsized in the Channel.
Security minister Dan Jarvis says scrapping immunity scheme would give relatives a renewed chance for answers
Populist party claims chancellor Rachel Reeves can avoid tax rises at the Budget
France and Ukraine have signed a declaration of intent for Kyiv to acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets.
The two new pieces were composed by Johann Sebastian Bach when he was still a teenager. They were first spotted over 30 years ago, but have only been fully authenticated now.
Move threatens to throw open parts of secretive legal battle on Channel island about ex-Chelsea owner’s wealth
Long overlooked, the question of military mobility has returned to the forefront of Western priorities in response to the Russian threat. Amid delayed investments, bureaucratic hurdles and continued dependence on the United States, Europeans have been striving to build infrastructure capable of supporting the rapid deployment of alliance troops to the eastern flank.
Exchanges have been the only progress of any note in negotiations between the two countries in the nearly four-year war.
Kyiv seeks imports from allies after Russia’s repeated strikes on country’s infrastructure
Hundreds of Turkish footballers and referees have been found to hold illegal betting accounts.
Euroclear, a little-known but central player in Europe's financial system, holds €193 billion in frozen Russian assets that, since the invasion of Ukraine, have drawn intense scrutiny. Its director general, Valérie Urbain, warns that confiscation – illegal under international law – would weaken Europe's position.
PM makes opposition to support for Ukraine central to Fidesz campaign as it loses ground over cost of living crisis
Chancellor’s plans for investment and reform may be more of a short-term boost than a fix to underlying problems
Washington also takes steps to reduce disruption stemming from sanctions it has imposed on Russian oil producer
The US decision to lift sanctions on the Bosnian Serb leader effectively enabled Russia to annex half of Bosnia.
Reaction follows Wall Street’s worst day in a month and unprecedented slump in investment in China
Three were killed and three others injured after a bus rammed into pedestrians during rush hour in the Swedish capital. The driver has been arrested and a manslaughter investigation opened.
November 14, 2025 The BBC has apologized to President Trump for the way it edited his Jan. 6, 2021, speech but says it won't pay compensation. Trump has threatened a $1 billion lawsuit against the British broadcaster.
Gambling-adjacent companies have deals with more than a third of teams in Europe's top five leagues this season, exclusive analysis finds.
Troy Parrott scores twice in first half to keep Ireland’s hopes of reaching next tournament alive with a famous victory.
State department claims groups in Germany, Italy and Greece ‘conspiring to undermine foundations of western civilization’
November 13, 2025 In the 2015 attacks, 130 people were killed, including at the Bataclan concert hall. France is still wrestling with how to remember the deadliest attack on its soil in modern history and how to live with it.
US buyout group is one of several bidders vying for parts of oil major’s sanctions-hit international operations
'Handling fees' are to be added to these future tariffs beginning in November 2026.
France has demanded UK pays into ‘cohesion funds’ as price for reducing post-Brexit trade friction
Paris’s antipathy for fast-fashion brand Shein hit new highs after illicit products were found on its marketplace.
Le Doc en Scène festival, founded by exiled opponents of Vladimir Putin, opens on Thursday. But it has already been drawn into controversy: Ukrainian filmmaker Oleg Sentsov has withdrawn his documentary from the line-up, refusing to appear alongside Russian artists.
Following Zelenskyy’s request Svitlana Hrynchuk has now also resigned from her post
Gambling-adjacent companies have deals with more than a third of teams in Europe's top five leagues this season, exclusive analysis finds.
The arrest of a Ukrainian man in Italy has reignited an unsolved geopolitical crime drama.
November 11, 2025 An increasing number of women are joining the Ukrainian military, with thousands serving in front-line roles, as Russia's war on Ukraine nears its fourth year — with no peace in sight.
On the site of the bloodiest battle of World War I, residents of Ovillers-la-Boisselle uphold the tradition of the bagpipers from Scottish, Irish, Canadian and Australian regiments who lost many of their own here in 1916.
Groups from Italy and elsewhere alleged to have paid Serb soldiers to shoot Sarajevo residents during siege
HSBC and Barclays executives tell House of Lords committee that they are losing ground to US rivals
The BBC's top executive and its head of news both quit on Sunday over accusations of bias and misleading editing of a speech Trump delivered on January 6, 2021, before a crowd of his supporters stormed the Capitol in Washington.
Unprecedented move comes as Jim Ratcliffe’s group warns time is ‘running out’ to help European chemicals producers
Man was detected as one of 94 people who had been removed from Britain under UK-France treaty
Ukraine says European allies can give up some of their Patriot missile systems now and get future deliveries.
Tim Davie resigned on Sunday after accusations that one of the BBC's documentaries had edited a speech by Trump in a misleading way. The criticism emerged over clips spliced together from sections of a Trump speech on January 6, 2021. The UK culture, media and sport minister called the allegations 'incredibly serious.'
Davie’s exit caps week of attacks on UK’s public broadcaster, with Trump press secretary calling it ‘100% fake news’.
The Ukrainian president talks to the Guardian's Luke Harding about the state of the war with Russia almost four years after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion
November 9, 2025 The BBC said that director-general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness have resigned after criticism of the broadcaster's editing of a speech by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Methane emission regulations due in 2027 will force cargoes to be diverted from Europe, claims industry group
Volodymr Zelenskyy calls for more sanctions on Moscow after 45 missiles and 450 drones launched at Ukraine
Country accuses Moscow of ‘deliberately endangering nuclear safety in Europe’ after attack overwhelms air defences
Foreign minister says Budapest ‘obtained an indefinite exemption from the sanctions’ on Russian oil and gas shipments.
Mobilized for months against government corruption, students who managed to rally part of the population have found themselves caught in a strategic dilemma, torn between defending pro-European values and nationalist influences.
Property and other assets are being used as collateral in fast private loans for those who have little cash on hand
The UK’s National Crime Agency says suspect was a former soldier who was arrested on Thursday by specialist officers.
Israeli PM, ministers and army chief accused of crimes against humanity ‘perpetrated systematically’ in Gaza
The European Commission wants to use frozen Russian assets to lend €140 billion to Kyiv. A majority of Norway's political parties back the idea that the country and its vast sovereign wealth fund could act as guarantor.
Treasury calls Swiss trader ‘Kremlin’s puppet’ and says it would block its licence to operate
Italy is welcoming 19 children who were evacuated from Gaza by the World Health Organization.
Empress Zita brought stone to Canada as Nazis took over Europe in 1940s and it remained in bank vault ever since
To date, 1,762 Ukrainian children have been repatriated after being forcibly transferred by Moscow. Ukrainians are working to de-indoctrinate them and are warning that today, all children living under occupation, Russified and militarized, are being torn from their country without even having to be physically deported.
Famed Hong Kong-based empire has gained about 50% since January as it pivots to something more like private equity
Beijing and Moscow pledge to strengthen their relations after visit by Russian prime minister.
Memoir chronicles Juan Carlos’s anointment as heir to dictator and death of younger brother when playing with pistols
The battle for this strategic point on a big road and rail artery in the Donetsk region has been going on for well over a year.
Three researchers at the French Institute of International Relations, Dimitri Minic, Tatiana Kastouéva-Jean and Paul Maurice, are urging Europe to intensify its power dynamic with Moscow.
British quintet draw from all but one of their studio albums as they perform in Madrid on first of 20 European tour dates
Belgium’s security services investigate the latest incidents to highlight the vulnerability of European airspace
Alexis Mac Allister scores second half winner after Courtois makes a string of fine saves to deny Liverpool.
Fierce battles are taking place in the Donetsk town that Russia has been trying to occupy for over a year.
The trial will examine their roles in the deaths and the organized networks facilitating perilous journeys from France to Britain.
November 4, 2025 Octogenarian Sisters Rita, Regina and Bernadette went back to their old convent with local support, and an Instagram following. "People are calling us the rebellious sisters!" Rita says.
Worker taken to hospital after being rescued from collapsed Torre dei Conti, which was undergoing restoration works
NATO collaborates with allies on arms packages for Ukraine, including US-made weapons, to counter Russian aggression.
A year after flash floods killed 229 people in the Valencia region, Carlos Mazón acknowledged "mistakes" were made.
Transport police said the suspected attacker, Anthony Williams, also faced a separate attempted murder charge over another incident at a train station in London on Saturday. They were also investigating if he was involved in three other knife incidents.
Cambridgeshire officers were alerted on three occasions about man with knife in Peterborough before mass stabbing
Thousands throw bottles and flares as tensions soar after huge rally to mark anniversary of train station disaster
British Chambers of Commerce urge ministers to do more to help exporters
After arresting two British nationals, the police said later on Sunday that they considered only one of them, a 32-year-old man, as a suspect in the stabbing that wounded 10 people. They added that there is nothing to suggest a terrorist incident at this stage.
Oleksandr Syrskyi says special forces have been deployed but denies Russian reports Ukrainian troops are surrounded in Pokrovsk.
Dominant win moves defending La Liga champions to second place in the standings, five adrift of archrivals Madrid.
November 1, 2025 A man and a woman, both in their late 30s, were charged with organized crime and being an accomplice, respectively. In total, four people have been charged in connection to the brazen theft.
Oleksandr Syrskyi denies Russian reports that Ukrainian troops are surrounded in the eastern town of Pokrovsk.
French-Turkish actor appeared in a string of high-profile films, as well as hit BBC series The Missing
Both suspects, who were arrested earlier this week, have denied involvement.
At 11:52 am on Saturday, the time when the railway station roof collapsed in Novi Sad, resulting in 16 deaths on November 1, 2024, the crowd of tens of thousands stood in silence at the start of the commemoration rally.
Dispute over Netherlands-based chipmaker has threatened to disrupt global auto supply chains
Four men given prison terms for desecration that was possibly ‘orchestrated by Russian intelligence services’
Jetten said his D66 liberal party had achieved a historic result after vote analysis indicated it could be beaten.
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our live text commentary stream of the game at Anfield.
The four perpetrators were sentenced to between two and four years in prison for their involvement in stencilling red handprints onto the memorial. Prosecutors think Russia was behind it.
Move spells more political chaos ahead for embattled Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu
Buckingham Palace says he will now been known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. Virginia Giuffre's family say she has "brought down a British prince".
The rare move comes after mounting pressure to act over Andrew’s relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The UK's King Charles has formally begun a process to strip his disgraced brother of his royal titles. It comes after fresh outrage over Andrew's ties with the convicted sexual abuser Jeffrey Epstein. Her courage 'brought down a prince,' says his victim's family.
October 30, 2025 Buckingham Palace said the king's brother will be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and not as a prince, and he will move from his Royal Lodge residence into "private accommodation."
Antoni Gaudí’s masterwork is still under construction but now stands taller than Ulm Minster in southern Germany
Property company’s failure to complete licence offers chancellor respite over breach of housing rules
Frans Timmermans resigns as GreenLeft-Labour leader as exit poll suggests Geert Wilders’ far-right PVV could finish second
Rob Jetten's D66 party celebrates, two years after his party languished in fifth place in the last vote.
The far-right Freedom party is pushed into second place, survey finds
Entry to Lithuania still allowed for certain travellers, including EU citizens and humanitarian visa-holders.
Dutch voters appeared to have rejected far-right leader Geert Wilders in favor of centrist D66, exit polls suggested Wednesday.
October 29, 2025 In Greece, fewer babies means difficult decisions, especially on remote islands where low birth rates are forcing some schools to close and raising questions about the future of island culture.
France’s largest lender says issue affecting its global markets unit involves financing of receivables
This endangered wild species, which can fetch up to €9,000 per kilogram on the black market, has become the target of criminal networks recently established in Europe.
Debate on dangerous ski training courses flares at start of Olympic season, five months ahead of Milan Cortina Games.
Tiphaine Auzière spoke at trial of 10 people accused of harassment by posting claims that French first lady was born a man
October 28, 2025 The Chinese ultra-fast fashion giant Shein will open its first shop in one of Paris' historic department stores. Critics see the move as a threat to France's fashion identity.
The defendants are accused of spreading unsubstantiated claims over Mrs Macron's gender and sexuality.
The strong earthquake was felt in Istanbul and the nearby provinces of Bursa, Manisa and Izmir, Haberturk news channel reported on Monday. There were no immediate reports of casualties.
Britain’s Keir Starmer and Turkiye’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan met in Ankara on Monday to cement the almost $11bn agreement.
Trial is latest phase in legal battle against false claim that French first lady is a man named Jean-Michel Trogneux
FCA overhauls regulations in break with EU rules and more in line with the US
October 27, 2025 Ireland's president for the next seven years is an independent lawmaker who has long spoken in support of Palestinians and has been vocal about her distrust of European Union policies.
The defendants are accused of spreading unsubstantiated claims over Mrs Macron's gender and sexuality.
Real Madrid end four-game losing streak against rivals Barcelona, moving five points clear at top of football’s La Liga.
French child, who was six years old at the time of the incident in 2019, suffered life-changing injuries
At least 50 people who crossed the Channel to England have been sent back to France under a new migration deal, with several describing harsh detention conditions and fears of being denied asylum.
Governments should build on, not rip up, what went before — the new skills strategy does just that
October 26, 2025 The Paris prosecutor said on Sunday that a number of suspects have been arrested over the theft of crown jewels from the Louvre museum in Paris last weekend.
Four thieves broke into the world's most-visited museum in broad daylight, stealing eight items worth €88m (£76m; $102m).
Attacks come after Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeals to US for long-range missiles and urges allies to expand sanctions on Russian oil
The protest comes nearly one year since torrential rain on October 29, 2024, caused flooding in towns near Valencia, killing 229 people, Spain's deadliest natural disaster in decades.
Alerted by a woman's screams, another passenger pulled out her phone to film the alleged attack.
Catherine Connolly triumphs in contest marked by unprecedented number of spoilt ballots
Catherine Connolly, a pro-Palestine, left-wing candidate, secures 63 percent of the vote to defeat centre-right rival.
October 25, 2025 From brands and influencers to a viral "Inspector Clouseau," the world's most glamorous theft is also quickly becoming one of the year's most profitable memes.
Vilnius and Kaunas airports closed down after balloons drift into country’s airspace for third time this month
Move to close Vilnius, Kaunas airports and border comes after helium balloons drifted into the country’s territory.
October 24, 2025 China’s fast fashion mega-seller Shein is opening its first permanent Paris boutique in the iconic Bazar de l’Hotel de Ville department store. Parisian purists say the move betrays the artistry and craftsmanship of France’s tradition of couture. Some are boycotting the store and others have even started a petition in opposition of Shein’s Paris arrival.
Decision risks upending the industry by disrupting exports and forcing both companies to adapt
Dahbia Benkired is the first woman in France to receive a full life term following the shocking crime.
Ankara judges threw out a lawsuit that could have ousted opposition leader Ozgür Ozel, offering rare relief for the embattled CHP.
Belgium derails proposal to use billions located in Brussels to fund €140bn loan to Ukraine for its war effort
The Ukrainian president, after the Brussels summit on Thursday, wrote on X: 'The European Union assured that financial assistance to Ukraine will be maintained.'
Belgium resists plan fearing retaliation by Moscow over assets immobilised on its soil
New US sanctions imposed as summit scrapped days after announcement.
The prayer closes a gap that stretched back to the Reformation in the 16th century.
October 23, 2025 President Donald Trump's administration announced Wednesday new "massive sanctions" against Russia's oil industry that are aimed at bringing an end to Moscow's brutal war on Ukraine.
Officers pelted with stones and fireworks near Citywest facility after man charged over alleged assault on 10-year-old
One year ahead of the legislative elections, two influential think tanks have released a Trump-inspired manifesto calling for the closure of public agencies, tax cuts and the deregulation of the labor market.
Real Madrid see off improved Juventus in UCL win, while Liverpool come back in Frankfurt and Victor Osimhen stars again.
Measures mark Donald Trump’s first effort to impose direct cost on Moscow over invasion of Ukraine
The drone and missile attacks on Ukraine came as the US president put on hold his plans for an imminent summit in Budapest.
October 22, 2025 The Spanish soccer league said Tuesday that plans for Barcelona to play a game against Villarreal outside Miami in December have been called off, following increased opposition to the match.
However, Kosovo is an outlier in the region, whose other leaders say ‘looking for places to dump immigrants’ is evidence the UK is in ‘a very dark place’
While the US president announced on October 16 that he would meet with his Russian countrerpart in Budapest within 'the next two weeks,' Trump now says the meeting is no longer on the agenda.
The significant funding reductions mean certain activities will simply not happen: WHO’s polio eradication director.
The comments by the US president come after plans to meet his Russian counterpart over the war in Ukraine were put on hold.
Brussels’ trade commissioner and Chinese commerce minister also discuss ‘serious’ situation at chipmaker Nexperia
A draft regulation approved by European Union energy ministers would phase out Russian import contracts by January 2028.
John Healey says he has already brought forward millions in spending for swift deployment if ceasefire agreed
A hunt is under way to find the four thieves before the jewels - which once belonged to French royals - vanish for good.
Portugal's air and rail accident investigations bureau wrote in a note published three days after the tragedy that a cable linking two cabins disconnected shortly before the September 3 incident. The official inquiry recommended the city's vehicles stay out of service until their safety can be confirmed.
Shares in South Korea’s APR have surged 400% this year as it expands in US and Europe
October 20, 2025 Masked thieves stole priceless jewels from the Louvre on Sunday morning. The Paris museum has suffered a string of successful art heists, dating back to the theft of the Mona Lisa in 1911.
Schröder defended the construction of the two gas pipelines and the need for his country, which was preparing to phase out nuclear power, to rely on Russian gas.
Robbers drop imperial crown but succeed to flee with 8 other artefacts, says prosecutor
Ukraine’s president calls for meeting of European-led ‘coalition of the willing’ on his return from talks with Trump
A masked gang targeted France's crown jewels during a brazen daylight raid.
October 19, 2025 French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez called the heist "a major, highly organized operation" that lasted just seven minutes. Authorities were still drawing up the value of the stolen items.
More than 218,000 people voted in TRNC leadership election that could shape the island’s political direction.
Bosnia’s Serb entity names an interim president after separatist Milorad Dodik is barred from politics by a state court.
Kyiv's forces must contend with the unpredictability of the US president, who, while retracting his offer to supply Tomahawk missiles, has since the summer increased intelligence support, enabling for more effective strikes on Russia's energy infrastructure.
Following the meeting, Trump calls for Kyiv and Moscow to "stop where they are" and end the war.
BoE governor was speaking as central bankers debate rising trade barriers including from Donald Trump’s policies
BPA, a synthetic chemical used in production of plastics, found in baby products made by three big European brands
US president equivocates on support for Kyiv a day after conversation with Vladimir Putin
The Ukrainian president also expressed optimism about reaching a ceasefire and urged pressure against Russia’s Putin.
October 17, 2025 When Oscar Wilde was jailed for, "gross indecency," a 19th century euphemism for gay sex, his library card was revoked. 130 years later, the British Library has re-issued it to his grandson.
Earlier, the US president warned Zelensky that giving Ukraine Tomahawk missiles "could mean bigger escalation" in the war.
Ukrainian president repeats call for weapons but US president insists they’re ‘not easy for us to give you’ and says ‘Putin wants to end the war’
The younger brother of King Charles III said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday that he and the royal family had decided 'the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the royal family.'
US president has repeatedly hinted at supplying Kyiv with Tomahawks but some in Moscow say Kremlin sees it as negotiating gambit
On Thursday, France's national anti-terrorism prosecutor's office announced the arrests of four men involved in a suspected plot to assassinate Vladimir Osechkin, a Russian refugee living in southwestern France. Osechkin leads the NGO Gulagu.net, which documents torture and abuse in Russian prisons.
Modern version of almshouses aims to tackle two crises — shortage of homes and a loneliness epidemic
October 16, 2025 Migrants travel by boat for hundreds of miles from Africa to reach Spain’s Canary Islands. After surviving the dangerous crossing, many are stranded for months and unable to work.
It is part of a new drive for the 27-member European Union to be ready for conflict by 2030.
Ukraine’s leader, who is seeking US-made Tomahawks, says Russia has launched a new wave of ‘air terror’.
Thousands of Europeans are falling prey to online investment scams peddled on social media. Tech firms and public authorities are failing to shield citizens in the shadow of the Digital Services Act, Investigate Europe can reveal.
Ukraine says it will need $120bn in defence funding in 2026 to stave off Russia’s more than three-year war.
German authorities issue 204 charges against 21-year-old suspect, alleged to be part of wider network of abusers
Caught in a standoff with the US president, who wants to lower the cost of medical treatments in the US, pharmaceutical companies could raise their prices in Europe or delay the release of innovative medicines.
Crypto haul is at the centre of a High Court battle over a seizure of bitcoin now valued at £5bn
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Plans to re-introduce military service have been thrown into chaos because of an 11th hour disagreement.
The trip will be Ahmed al-Sharaa’s first official visit to Russia, a longtime ally of the former Bashar al-Assad regime.
Home secretary to tell meeting of interior ministers that international cooperation is way to curb irregular migration
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky suspended mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov of his Ukrainian citizenship over allegations that he possessed a valid Russian passport. Trukhanov has denied the accusations.
Orange, Bouygues and Free propose carving up assets that are led by SFR
Exclusive: Army records about soldier Colin Wallace, who exposed abuses in Northern Ireland, have gone missing.
The changes, which raised the retirement age from 62 to 64, were seen as signature reforms in Emmanuel Macron's presidency.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK is ready to help monitor the new ceasefire in Gaza.
The French economist was part of a trio that won the 2025 Economics Nobel Prize. In an interview, he argued that France and Europe must invest in innovation to maintain their status as economic powers.
US president has floated selling long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine in bid to end Russia’s invasion
Sarkozy must go to La Santé prison in Paris after conviction over scheme to obtain election funds from Gaddafi regime
Ukraine wants long-range missiles to hit back at Russia - and Donald Trump says he may send Tomahawks.
Book review: ‘The Fraud’ offers the most damning portrayal yet of the Starmer project.
Roland Lescure retained as finance minister as the far right threatens censure vote against premier
The highest red alert is declared in one coastal province, as residents are urged to stay indoors.
The new government, led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, must present a 2026 draft budget on Monday.
Netherlands and Hungary move towards designation as draft resolution reportedly backed by 79 MEPs in 20 countries
Portugal maintain winning record in qualifying despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-half penalty miss against Ireland.
Ukrainian leader discussed request for Tomahawk cruise missiles in phone call with US president
Emmanuel Macron’s movement and legacy unravel as political gambles backfire
Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday after 26 days in the job and he said two days later his "mission is over".
October 10, 2025 French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.
The first lady, normally a private and elusive figure, announced on Friday that, following weeks of back-channel talks with President Vladimir Putin, she had secured the reunification of abducted Ukrainian children with their families − including eight children in the past 24 hours.
Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday after 26 days in the job and he said two days later his "mission is over".
Portugal are in a commanding position in the UEFA qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, while Ireland are yet to win.
Lecornu, who resigned as PM on Monday, is tasked with urgently delivering a budget to parliament
Premier says he wants to press ahead with efforts to finalise a budget for 2026
Federal prosecutor Ann Fransen said on Thursday that arrests were made in the northern city of Antwerp as part of the investigation: 'Certain elements indicate that the suspects intended to carry out a jihadist-inspired terrorist attack against political figures,' Fransen told a news conference.
Agreement comes as the Trump administration seeks to increase America’s presence in the region
Speaking in Mumbai, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed the first stage of US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace pl
Officers in Antwerp arrest three suspects and recover an improvised explosive device
October 9, 2025 Anticipation is growing and bookies around the world are taking bets on who'll be awarded this year's Nobel Peace Prize. Here is what to know ahead of the award announcement this week.
A French court increases by a year the jail term of the only man who challenged his conviction for raping Gisèle Pelicot.
Homes coming on to the market fell at the fastest pace in two years in September, Rics data show
Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers.
Footage shows rescue dogs and workers combing through debris after a building collapse in Madrid killed four people.
Friedrich Merz’s conservatives had pledged to rescind legislation, which allowed citizenship in three years instead of five
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, one of the most vocal critics among world leaders of 'the genocide in Gaza,' introduced the decree on Wednesday. Spain's government will ban all exports of defense equipment, products or technology to Israel and imports of such goods from the country, among other measures.
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Meloni said on Tuesday that she had been named in a filing by an advocacy group for Palestinians that accused her and others of complicity by supplying arms to Israel, which has been accused of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip, amid its two-year war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
German carmaker also highlights higher than expected tariff costs
Dominique Pelicot says Husamettin Dogan’s attempt to overturn conviction in the mass rape case ‘is indecent’
Husamettin Dogan is the only defendant to appeal his conviction for assaulting Pelicot in a landmark French case.
After eight years in office, Emmanuel Macron's position as president is coming under increasing pressure as France's political crisis escalates.
October 7, 2025 U.S. allies in Europe and the Indo-Pacific are showing willingness to coordinate and cooperate across a wide range of shared interests, from trade to defense and alliance management to China.
October 6, 2025 France’s prime minister resigns with his government having been in power for only 18 hours. The country has had five prime ministers in two years, and the political crisis facing President Emmanuel Macron and a divided parliament is deepening. This uncertainty is having an effect on the European Union’s second-largest economy. Our correspondent in Paris explains the situation.
In an interview, the Germany chancellor said he believes the ban is 'wrong', as Germany's auto giants struggle to stay competitive against Chinese electric carmakers.
Sébastien Lecornu, who quit on Monday, is asked by Emmanuel Macron to quickly negotiate a stability plan
Appeal trial begins for Husamettin Dogan, the only man out of 51 in French case to challenge conviction
Astrit Kalaja, an appeals court judge, died on his way to hospital after the courtroom attack on Monday.
Lecornu was asked by President Macron to stay on until Wednesday in a last-ditch attempt to achieve "stability" for the country.
Iran FM warns that Europe has ‘eliminated justification for talks’ with nuclear watchdog after triggering UN sanctions.
Pippi Longstocking, Ikea, Bergman… In early September, Sweden's conservative government unveiled a list aimed at defining a 'common frame of reference' to promote the integration of foreigners. The opposition has condemned the project's nostalgic vision.
Labour’s planned overhaul of retail market aims to ‘end nasty surprises’ that often scupper house transactions
However, his ANO party falls short of an overall majority in preliminary results.
Babis's ANO (YES) movement won about 35% of the parliamentary vote on Saturday. The seventh-wealthiest Czech, Babis has vowed a 'Czechs first' approach, echoing US President Donald Trump.
Estevao’s injury-time goal seals 2-1 win for Chelsea over Liverpool as Arsenal take EPL top spot beating West Ham 2-0.
However, his ANO party falls short of an overall majority in preliminary results.
Return of ANO government risks complicating western support for Ukraine
October 4, 2025 His political comeback put the country on a course away from supporting Ukraine and toward Hungary and Slovakia, which have taken a pro-Russian path.
October 3, 2025 Many Danes are rethinking their personal security, and stocking up on emergency supplies, amid unidentified drone appearances. Denmark's leaders warn that Russia is waging a "hybrid war."
Shocked family condemns atrocity as ‘heinous act’
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy heckled by members of the public at vigil for victims of attack.
Tens of thousands of people gathered on Thursday across Europe to show their support for Palestine and the crews of ships that Israeli forces intercepted off the coast of Gaza this week.
The Russian leader's warning came after the French navy on Saturday detained and boarded an oil tanker that has been blacklisted by the European Union for being part of Russia's sanction-busting 'shadow fleet.'
Police say the perpetrator is a British citizen of Syrian descent after Starmer denounces terrorist incident
Families and friends of Gaza-bound flotilla activists detained by Israel joined a demonstration in the Netherlands.
October 2, 2025 Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack outside a synagogue in Manchester, England, "all the more horrific" for taking place on Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day.
Copenhagen is on alert as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences in response to disruption from drones and Russian war planes.
Also in today’s newsletter, BYD’s growth streak ends and South Korea announces steep rise in military spending
Holders Paris Saint-Germain come from behind to win 2-1 at Barcelona in the league phase of the Champions League.
At least 27 people have lost their lives since the start of the year while attempting to reach England, while more than 33,000 have succeeded. Residents who find indifference intolerable feel compelled to help.
Copenhagen is on alert as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences in response to disruption from drones and Russian war planes.
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Victor Osimhen scored an early penalty as the Turkish giants beat the English champions in Istanbul.
September 30, 2025 NPR’s National Security Correspondent Greg Myre spent the summer reporting on the war in Ukraine. He saw the devastation of the conflict. But he also saw something else: the country leveraging its resources at home to meet the moment…including in Lviv where they’re racing to make as many of their own weapons as fast as they can.
Household energy supplier makes disclosure after failing to meet industry regulator’s capital adequacy targets
While Rome boasts of ratings agencies upgrading its public debt, Italy's economy continues to suffer from sluggish growth, anemic productivity, persistent poverty and a continuing brain drain.
The man, named as Volodymyr Z, was detained in the early hours of Tuesday near Warsaw.
A suspected scam network operating out of Serbia duped an estimated 70,000 people worldwide into making bogus investments, profiting €250 million in the process, Investigate Europe and the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network can reveal.
The move adds pressure on the UK government, led by Keir Starmer, which has been slammed over its stance on Gaza war.
Premier’s ally fights off Democrats to return as president of industrial Marche in warm-up for 2027 general election
According to the Serbian authorities, the suspects were allegedly trained by another suspect, 'acting under the instructions of a foreign intelligence service' with the aim of spreading 'ideas advocating and inciting hatred.'
Vance's comments come as Ukraine's deputy defence minister tells the BBC Western weapons could force Moscow to start peace talks.
September 29, 2025 Moldova's pro-Western governing party won a clear parliamentary majority, defeating pro-Russian groups in an election that was widely viewed as a stark choice between East and West.
Expeditions says second fund on track to close at €150mn by end of year, compared with €15mn for the first one
The vote was seen as critical for Moldova's EU path, and President Maia Sandu warned the country's future was in danger.
The UN has reimposed sanctions that were lifted under a 2015 nuclear deal.
Copenhagen is hosting a summit of EU leaders this week. Several drone spottings in the last few days have caused airport closures.
'Any aggression against my country will be met with a decisive response,' the Russian foreign minister said, in part, during a UN General Assembly address.
Developers complain that 35% goal is too high and makes schemes unviable
Sergei Lavrov has been highly critical of Western countries and Israel in his speech at the UN General Assembly.
The Russian foreign minister made the comment in an address to the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday.
Moldova election rocked by bans on pro-Russian parties as EU path hangs in balance.
Ceiling on pharma levy will be in line with trade deals Tokyo and Brussels have with Washington
Unidentified drones were seen over a number of Danish airports several times this week, forcing some of them to shut.
Critics are warning the change would make life more difficult for LGBT people.
Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-12, was found guilty of criminal conspiracy but cleared of other charges.
European Council President Antonio Costa says the situation in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe.
Trump, who falsely claims election fraud thwarted his 2020 presidential bid, said he and Erdogan stayed friends while he was out of office. After meeting with the Turkish president on Thursday, he signaled that the United States might soon lift its hold on sales of advanced fighter jets to Ankara.
State modernisation minister Karsten Wildberger promises to bring about digital age in country clinging to fax machines
September 25, 2025 Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said it appeared a "professional actor" was behind the "systematic" flights, without providing additional details during a news conference Thursday morning.
For more than 30 years, Denmark carried out a program that physically harmed thousands of teenage girls and women, in some cases leaving them infertile
Labour mayor for Greater Manchester outlines plans including tax hikes on the wealthy and nationalisation of key industries
A Spanish naval vessel will join the Global Sumud Flotilla for Gaza to provide assistance and conduct rescues if needed.
September 24, 2025 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the U.N. General Assembly a day after President Trump made another shift in his stance on Russia's war in Ukraine.
The BBC's Steve Rosenberg says far from being riled by Trump's comments, Russia's response has so far been restrained.
Prime minister’s official spokesperson is leaving to run Treasury communications team and ‘sell’ November Budget
Trump previously said both Kyiv and Moscow would have to cede land to end Europe’s deadliest war since World War II.
Dozens of people have been accused of involvement in a plot to stoke violent disorder, allegedly backed by Russia.
Brussels on Tuesday demanded Big Tech explain how they prevent fraud under the bloc's sweeping digital law.
September 23, 2025 Many Ukrainian war veterans have physical and mental trauma, and struggle to return to civilian life. Here is a look at some groups trying to help ease them back into the community.
Consumer group launches ‘super-complaint’ alleging UK’s financial regulator has ‘tolerated’ poor customer service
At least 15 flights have been diverted as airport remains closed until the situation is resolved, Denmark officials say.
The Ballon d'Or is the most prestigious individual prize in both men's and women's football, and Bonmatí's run of three in a row follows back-to-back victories for her Barcelona and Spain teammate Alexia Putellas. Meanwhile, France forward Ousmane Dembélé won the men's Ballon d'Or on Monday.
Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST).
September 22, 2025 This year the United Nations is marking its 80th anniversary, but diplomats don't have much to celebrate.
On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that a Palestinian state would 'endanger' Israel as several countries, including France, are set to recognize the State of Palestine at the UN on Monday.
Manchester City sought to defend an early Erling Haaland goal, but Gabriel Martinelli came off the bench to equalise.
An undercover reporter discovers a network is offering to pay for social media posts undermining Moldova’s ruling party.
Europe’s competitiveness is waning due to inertia in Brussels and national capitals
President Zelensky says Moscow seeks to "intimidate civilians", while Russia reports four deaths in a Ukrainian strike.
Dutch police deployed water cannons and tear gas to disperse anti-immigration protests in The Hague.
They are known as 'Janeites,' these ardent admirers of the author of 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'Pride and Prejudice' who gather in period costume for dinners, balls and conferences dedicated to their idol. Many of them have made their way to Bath for the 10-day Jane Austen Festival in September, which this year celebrates the 250th anniversary of the novelist's birth.
September 20, 2025 A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems has disrupted air traffic and caused delays at several of Europe's major airports, officials said Saturday.
Trump’s peace process is going nowhere in the face of Putin’s intransigence and Europe must take on heavy lifting to support Kyiv
Morningstar’s decision adds to doubts that Paris can deliver on promises to tame deficit amid political instability
French foreign ministry said it also ordered two members of Mali’s embassy in Paris to leave.
Tallinn said that three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated the airspace of NATO member Estonia over the Gulf of Finland for 12 minutes on Friday.
The country is at the conjuncture of several crises at once - but is it fair to blame Macron for 'this shipwreck'?
UK High Court ruled against Eritrean man in case that tested new ‘one in, one out’ migration scheme.
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck early on Friday in Russia's far eastern Kamchatka peninsula, which lies on a tectonic belt known as the Ring of Fire. A 7.4 hit the region just last Saturday. In July, an 8.8-magnitude mega-quake off the region's coast triggered a tsunami that swept part of a coastal village into the sea.
Blow to hopes of European leadership at the UN climate summit in Brazil in November
The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.
Liverpool edge thriller at Anfield in the UEFA Champions League with an injury-time winner from captain Virgil van Dijk.
'This is truly one of the highest honors of my life,' Trump told the 160 guests at Windsor Castle, describing the UK and US as 'two notes in one chord... each beautiful on its own, but really meant to be played together.'
Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case.
September 17, 2025 The Yale Humanitarian Research Lab says Russia's network of sites for Ukrainian children is larger than previously thought, and programs includes military training for children as young as 8.
Home secretary vows to fight ‘last-minute’ claims against ‘one in, one out’ scheme
Real Madrid come from a goal down with 10-men to beat Marseille, while Arsenal and Tottenham also open with victories.
Also in today’s newsletter, suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting charged with aggravated murder and Nestlé chair to step down
Trump has demanded that allies stop buying Russian oil. The 27-nation EU had already banned most imports of Russian oil after the Kremlin's 2022 invasion of Ukraine and it is planning to phase out all Russian oil and gas by the end of 2027.
Russia imprisoned Dmytro shortly after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. He was freed last month.
The Swedish athlete won his third world championship title on Monday in Tokyo, finishing ahead of his Greek rival, Emmanouil Karalis. In a flawless final, he drew on Karalis's challenge for motivation and went on to break the world record for the 14th time, clearing 6.30 meters.
Craig Lang case highlights risks posed by radicalised foreign fighters returning from conflict
Up to 150,000 people attend protest against immigration organised by far-right leader Tommy Robinson.
September 15, 2025 Ahead of a Presidential visit to the United Kingdom this week, we learn about the heritage of Donald Trump’s mother, who was born and raised in one of the UK’s northernmost islands. Our correspondent takes us to the Scottish island where Mary Ann MacLeod was born and learned English as her second language after Gaelic.
The Zapad-2025 military drills come just days after Poland accused Moscow of violating its air space with a drone incursion.
Can Trump fulfil his promise of ending the war, or is the conflict proving more complex than expected?
Alternative for Germany puts centre ground parties under pressure in North Rhine-Westphalia’s municipal poll, early projections show
On Gran Via, where cyclists needed to complete several loops, protestors knocked down barriers, on Suday, and marched into the road, some chanting for a boycott of Israel as green and red smoke filled the air.
Ukraine's President Zelensky called the incursion "an obvious expansion of the war by Russia".
September 14, 2025 President Trump's U.K. state visit this week won't include the Scottish island where his late immigrant mother was born. Mary Anne MacLeod was a Gaelic speaker who learned English as a second language.
Romania's defense ministry said Saturday that the country's airspace had been breached by a drone during a Russian attack on infrastructure in neighboring Ukraine.
Cofounder of anti-Islam EDL says rally is for free speech, as protesters attack police and antiracism campaigners.
September 13, 2025 Trump tells NATO members they need to cut off Russia energy purchases before he will take bigger steps to isolate Russia over its war in Ukraine.
Commission’s executive vice-president has yet to lay out policy vision, creating uncertainty for dealmakers
France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace.
Fitch’s change to A+ reflects concerns political instability will affect France’s ability to reduce its deficit
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS says it may not take part in next year’s event, citing ‘severe human suffering in Gaza’.
While Russia denied that the incident was intentional, experts believe the unarmed drones were likely meant to test NATO's response capabilities, which proved inadequate. President Emmanuel Macron announced France would send three Rafale fighter jets to Poland.
In Bilozerske, eastern Ukraine, people must make the agonising decision to flee or risk staying.
September 12, 2025 Britain's Prince Harry has arrived in Ukraine for a surprise visit in support of wounded service members.
Government will struggle to crack down on profiteering in sector dominated by private equity, says spending watchdog
September 11, 2025 In one email, Peter Mandelson wrote to Jeffrey Epstein, "I think the world of you and I feel hopeless and furious about what has happened." In another note, he called Epstein his "best pal."
Germany, the Netherlands and the Czech Republic will be sending Poland more support to defend Nato's eastern flank.
RTE says participating would be ‘unconscionable’ as a result of Israel’s war on Gaza and the ‘appalling loss of lives’.
Those released on Thursday included a veteran dissident who stood against Alexander Lukashenko in a 2010 presidential contest, an EU staff member and journalists. In response, the US lifted sanctions on Belarus's state airline, Belavia.
Poland has intercepted Russian drones that were flying over its airspace after completing a mission in western Ukraine.
At around 5:00 am on Wednesday, a tugboat rescued a group of migrants who had tried to reach the UK, bringing them to the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer, France.
September 10, 2025 Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
Moscow insists it did not plan to hit targets in Poland, after Warsaw says it shot down Russian drones in its airspace.
Ursula von der Leyen also backs sanctions on violent settlers and extremist ministers despite probable opposition
Thousands of trans people across Europe were pushed towards invasive surgery under national ‘sterility’ laws, exclusive Investigate Europe analysis reveals.
It comes after a vote of confidence ousted François Bayrou after nine months in power.
US president makes extraordinary demand in bid to force Russia to end invasion of Ukraine
Sebastien Lecornu, 39, is facing an uphill battle over budget as protests loom in the coming days.
September 9, 2025 Sébastien Lecornu, 39, is a Macron loyalist who has served as defense minister since 2022. The National Assembly ousted former Prime Minister François Bayrou in a no-confidence vote on Monday.
France's political instability and tough economic situation have raised concerns among some of its partners at a time of major geopolitical upheaval.
Jonas Gahr Støre due to continue as prime minister as his ruling Labour party held off populists
Banksy’s new High Court mural is thought to criticise Britain’s crackdown on Palestine Action protests.
The French government loses a vote of confidence and PM François Bayrou will resign on Tuesday.
September 8, 2025 Legislators toppled France's government in a confidence vote, a new crisis for Europe's second-largest economy. Prime Minister François Bayrou was ousted overwhelmingly in a 364-194 vote against him.
Police set up barricades after CHP’s Özgür Özel pledges ‘cunning’ ploys and mass protests over court ruling
A hat-trick from Mikel Merino, a brace from Pedri and a Ferran Torres strike condemn Turkiye to a shellacking at home.
Particularly exposed to police violence, female students have taken a leading role in the protests against the Serbian government, which have continued unabated for nearly ten months.
It is the first time a Kyiv government building - in the heavily protected city centre - has been hit since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
September 7, 2025 Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia at 15 in 2006, is known in the Catholic Church as "God's influencer" for harnessing technology to spread the word about miracles.
Defend Our Juries, the campaign group organizing the protest, said aggression had come from police officers and dismissed claims that protesters had been violent as "frankly laughable."
The rest of the mechanism worked properly, says a preliminary statement into the crash which killed 16 people.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in a 5-0 World Cup qualifying win in Armenia as Portugal remember Diogo Jota.
Party sought to position itself as fit for government as members celebrated its success
After 10 months of dissent, protests show no signs of dying down as fury at alleged government corruption grows.
By the time Sonia Silva arrived at the stop, the funicular had crashed and her friend Sandra was dead.
In a ruling issued Friday, Brussels concluded that the American tech giant abused its dominant position in the online advertising sector.
UK high street banks hit by fears of tax on reserves
The Europeans, eager to keep the US from abandoning Ukraine, waver between submission and emancipation. Yet for Trump, who doesn't heed political or moral arguments, NATO must, above all, pay off, writes Le Monde columnist Alain Frachon.
Germany begin their World Cup qualifying group with defeat by Slovakia, the third straight loss for four-time winners.
Football club’s boss has been one of the leading power brokers in England’s Premier League
It is unclear what caused the crash in which 16 people died and more than 20 were injured, including many foreign nationals.
September 4, 2025 The streetcar's crumpled wreckage was still on the downtown road where it crashed Thursday. Officials declined to speculate on whether a faulty brake or a snapped cable may have caused the accident.
Crash of the historic Elevador da Gloria funicular is one of Lisbon’s deadliest transport accidents in years.
Leaders from around 30 countries committed to supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression were to meet with the Ukrainian president via videoconference on Thursday.
Move based on ‘illegitimate claims’ against construction equipment company and Israeli government, says state department
The Russian leader has rejected calls for a ceasefire as his troops advance.
September 3, 2025 Why evil histories sell. A visit to Hitler's bunker, and a deep dive into the economics and ethical quandaries of "dark tourism."
China’s president will stand ‘side by side’ with Russian and North Korean leaders at anniversary of victory over Japan
At least 105 Palestinians killed, including 32 aid seekers, as Israel pushes ahead with plans to seize Gaza City.
The two leaders are seeking to promote "a more just and reasonable global governance system".
The French prime minister's comments regarding Italian tax policy for the ultra-wealthy sparked outrage in Italy on Sunday, including from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who emphasized the stability of her government.
Call for end to ‘fragmented approach that is trapping capital and liquidity’ and putting lenders at disadvantage to US rivals
US President Donald Trump, who has shaken up global trade by imposing tariffs on America's trading partners, has threatened to add levies on those he accuses of targeting US tech companies.
The European Commission said the plane's navigation was disrupted in Bulgaria on Sunday.
Move part of broader immigration crackdown as ruling Labour Party comes under pressure from hard-right Reform UK party.
Zelensky said in a statement on X that a person was taken into custody after shooting Parubiy in the city of Lviv on Saturday.
Holders Liverpool beat Arsenal 1-0 in football’s Premier League, while fallen favourites Man City lose 2-1 at Brighton.
Post-conflict security guarantees will be fully backed by US commitments, commission president tells FT
President Zelensky said the killing of Parubiy was a "terrible murder" - with a manhunt under way.
Real Madrid score twice in two minutes against Mallorca as they come from behind to maintain winning La Liga start.
Hilles, 25, left Gaza to study music at Paris-Saclay University. After the initial relief of his arrival, he has grown increasingly worried about his family in the Palestinian enclave.
President Zelensky said the killing of Parubiy was a "terrible murder" - with a manhunt under way.
Assassination of former parliament speaker Andriy Parubiy is the most significant in a series of high-profile killings
Washington's threats to retaliate against countries that tax American tech giants have destabilized members of the European Union
Record La Liga winners Real Madrid entertain Mallorca in the second round of the new Spanish top flight domestic season.
Ukraine's president says those suggesting a buffer zone do not understand the realities of modern warfare.
US president endorsed idea first pitched by Moscow, say people briefed on situation. White House denies the comments were made
The overnight attacks destroyed a block of flats and also caused damage to the EU's delegation offices.
A tax raid on lenders would damage the government’s growth agenda, executives warn
Russia struck Kyiv on, hitting the EU delegation mission and other sites in one of the heaviest attacks in months.
The Donbas, the Maidan Revolution, Bucha… For 35 years, Ukrainian photographer Oleksandr Glyadelov has documented the history of his country. Starting September 5, the Ukrainian House in Kyiv will present a major retrospective of his work. The exhibition pays tribute to the spirit of national resistance.
August 28, 2025 Russia launched a major air attack early Thursday on Kyiv that included a rare strike on the city center, killing at least 21 people, wounding 48 and damaging European diplomatic offices.
E3 countries are expected to trigger process contained in 2015 nuclear accord as hopes fade of a diplomatic breakthrough
Man Utd lose on penalties to Grimsby Town of the fourth tier of English football following a 2-2 draw in normal time.
As Moldova prepares for elections amid concerns of Russian meddling, French, German and Polish leaders visited the former Soviet republic in a show of support for its bid to join the European Union.
The defence minister wants to increase soldiers in service from 182,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s.
Karol Nawrocki has refused to sign into law a bill that would extend aid to Ukrainian refugees without work requirements. This veto illustrates the power struggle that the new head of state is determined to wage against the pro-European government.
Nick Thomas-Symonds to defend alignment with Brussels’ rules as he accuses Reform UK leader of hurting business
Iran told Germany, France, UK during meeting in Geneva they do not have the right to trigger the ‘snapback mechanism’.
August 26, 2025 President Trump has made clear he’s interested in ending the war Russia has waged on Ukraine. After a flurry of diplomatic meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and a variety of European leaders, is the prospect of peace near? We hear from NPR’s correspondent in Moscow and a national security correspondent from the New York Times on whether progress has been made.
Opposition parties say they will not back Prime Minister François Bayrou after a he called the vote over deep budget cuts.
Campaigners in Belfast have criticised police for not releasing a file from the Troubles after similar documents were discovered in Foreign Office archives.
Far-right opposition vows to topple prime minister for second time in a year over unpopular efforts to curb spending
Rio Ngumoha scores 100th-minute winner for Liverpool on his debut, after Newcastle fight back from two goals down.
On December 25, 2024, the 'Eagle S' was boarded off the coast of Helsinki, suspected of causing the breakage of five cables in the Baltic Sea.
Quentin Sommerville follows volunteers carrying out evacuations in eastern Ukraine as drone attacks rage.
August 25, 2025 Immigration has become a political flashpoint as countries across the West try to cope with an influx of migrants seeking a better life.
Here are the key events on day 1,278 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
As Sweden grapples with a decade-long rise in drug-related violence, questions are mounting over whether festival organizers should continue booking the country's top gangsta rap acts.
Charles Kushner wrote to Emmanuel Macron accusing the president of ‘a lack of sufficient action’ in confronting the issue
Quentin Sommerville follows volunteers carrying out evacuations in eastern Ukraine as drone attacks rage.
Residents of Donetsk and other parts of the Donbas region occupied by Russia since 2014 are suffering from a water shortage that threatens to escalate into a humanitarian catastrophe.
Central bankers say low birth rates in world’s largest economies pose threat to productivity and prices
Record La Liga winners Real Madrid head to newly promoted Oviedo with a keen eye on new Los Blancos coach Xabi Alonso.
Caspar Veldkamp and other ministers step down after cabinet rejects sanctions, prompting broader political upheaval.
Volodymyr Zelensky urges Western allies to impose fresh sanctions on Moscow if it shows no interest in peace.
Representatives dismiss UK’s request for further information as not ‘necessary or appropriate’
France's La Poste and Germany's DHL said Friday they were imposing a number of restrictions on packages destined for the US, citing unanswered questions and lack of time to prepare for new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
A group of reportedly Jewish tourists sparked anger in the UK after dismantling a hillside cross made of stones.
August 21, 2025 Two Russian cruise missiles hit a U.S. electronics plant in the far west of Ukraine. The strike was part of an overnight barrage of more than 600 drones and missiles.
Moscow strikes consumer electronics maker and Zelenskyy says the Kremlin shows no sign of wanting the war to end
The online personality known as Jean Pormanove was found dead in his home in Nice on Monday.
EU trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic hailed a 15% ceiling on most exports as the 'most favorable' US trade accord yet, while France lamented failure to shield its wine sector from new levies.
Also in today’s newsletter, China’s huge military parade, and the Japanese city betting on immigrants
For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance.
European leaders are in intense efforts to influence Trump on Ukraine.
August 20, 2025 Sweden's 113-year-old Kiruna Church is being transported away from a location that is sinking due to underground mining.
At her Russian-controlled high school near Luhansk, a pro-Ukrainian teenager who resisted propaganda was the target of relentless disciplinary action since January. Fearing that she could be placed in foster care or even adopted, her mother decided to flee the occupied territory.
Jess Phillips targets handset manufacturers after introduction of age verification rules to access adult websites
Real Madrid open their La Liga season with a nervy 1-0 home win against Osasuna at Santiago Bernabeu.
Although it has not brought an end to the fighting, the diplomatic momentum sparked by the Trump-Putin meeting has likely created some openings, though these remain largely unconfirmed, writes Tatiana Kastouéva-Jean, an expert on Russia, in an op-ed for Le Monde.
The US president says Russia's Vladimir Putin would face a "rough situation" if he doesn't co-operate in the peace process.
August 19, 2025 The fires have ravaged small, sparsely populated towns in the country's northwest, forcing locals in many cases to act as firefighters. About 2,382 square miles have burned across Spain and Portugal.
Launched in 2024, this program drew about 10,000 Poles between the ages of 18 and 35 this summer who, after 27 days of training, have now become reservists in the Polish army.
Also in today’s newsletter, Qantas hit with record fine over Covid job cuts, and Citi’s raid on JPMorgan investment bankers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed key details of his private White House meeting with Donald Trump.
As world leaders dash across the Atlantic for crunch talks, what will they and the others present regard as a win?
Also in today’s newsletter, Japan’s bomb shelter upgrade, and China steps up tax crackdown on overseas investments
Steve Witkoff said Russia agreed in Alaska that the US and Europe could provide Ukraine with a Nato-style guarantee.
United’s expensively assembled new forward line draw a blank as Arsenal began title campaign with a tight away win.
The Anchorage meeting was never meant to produce real negotiations on Ukraine, but rather to send a tacit message: Russia is waging an existential battle against the EU and the UK, but not the US, writes Russian political scientist Andrei Kolesnikov in an op-ed.
August 17, 2025 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte are among those expected to attend.
Russia’s leader seems to have drawn the US president closer to Moscow’s position on the Ukraine war
Man Utd and Arsenal have had contrasting fortunes of late, but serve up a Premier League opening weekend special.
The system suffers from chronic underfunding and staff shortages. Low salaries drive doctors to the private sector.
‘We didn’t get there,’ Trump says after nearly 3-hour meeting with Putin
Bournemouth fight back from two down but Liverpool secure late win on emotional Anfield night.
President Aleksandar Vucic is facing accusations of sending hooligan groups to suppress the anti-corruption movement that has shaken the country for the past nine months.
No matter what happens between Trump and Putin, Ukrainians think Russia has no plan to stop the war.
Protests started last year after deadly collapse of rail station roof, with President Vucic accused of corruption.
US president says he will know in first few minutes of Alaska talks with Russian leader whether a ceasefire can be secured
August 14, 2025 Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Donald Trump's "energetic and sincere" efforts to end the war in Ukraine. But on the streets of Moscow while many hope for an end to the war, they disagree on how to get there.
No matter what happens between Trump and Putin, Ukrainians think Russia has no plan to stop the war.
The prolonged heatwave scorching Europe is fueling increasingly intense wildfires, driven by climate change.
Tottenham let slip a two-goal lead as late PSG strikes sent European football’s season opener to penalties in Italy.
Leaders hold talks with US and Ukraine presidents ahead of Alaska summit with Putin
Top diplomats from the three countries wrote a letter to the UN that stated they were willing to trigger the 'snapback mechanism,' which allows one of the Western parties to reimpose sanctions if Tehran does not comply with its requirements.
August 13, 2025 European leaders held a high-stakes meeting Wednesday with President Trump, Vice President Vance, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO's chief ahead of Friday's U.S.-Russia summit.
Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.
The Spanish football federation has already approved a request for Barcelona against Villarreal to be played in Miami.
The summit, set to take place in Alaska on Friday with Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, will be the first between a sitting US and Russian president since 2021 and comes as the US president seeks to broker an end to Russia's nearly three-and-a-half-year invasion of Ukraine.
Federal officials are scrambling to assess the damage and address flaws in a sprawling, heavily used computer system long known to have vulnerabilities.
Press secretary Karoline Leavitt says meeting will be ‘listening exercise’ for US president
Karoline Leavitt hints at future visit after US president told Ukraine accepting new borders was necessary to reach a ceasefire
The EU says "the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future".
August 12, 2025 Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was unlikely to be included in talks he described as a "feel-out meeting" to better understand Russia's demands for ending its war in Ukraine.
President Trump set a low bar for his summit with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, saying he was ready to walk away if no deal was forthcoming.
Asked about inviting Volodymyr Zelensky to Alaska for the meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, Trump suggested the Ukrainian president would be involved in talks at a future date. 'This is really a feel-out meeting,' Trump told reporters at the White House.
Berlin police arrested demonstrators protesting the Israeli assassination of Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza.
Being tough with Putin is the only way for the US president to secure an end to the Ukraine war
Proposed changes to legislation would drive construction on the island and leave historic sites overshadowed by high-rise buildings, campaigners warn
A "massive and unpredictable presence of jellyfish" swarmed the site's cooling system, its operator says.
August 11, 2025 Most of those detained were arrested for carrying signs supporting a pro-Palestinian group recently banned as a terrorist organization in the UK.
A 6.1 magnitude quake centred on the town of Sindirgi and felt in Istanbul left 16 buildings reduced to rubble
Rescue efforts were continuing after the 6.1-magnitude temblor struck in a region that is crisscrossed by fault lines.
The White House says Trump is open to Ukraine joining talks with Putin on Friday, as Zelensky insists any deal without Kyiv is a “dead decision”.
The earthquake hit at 7:53 pm (1653 GMT), with aftershocks ranging from 3.5 to 4.6 magnitude, according to the Turkish disaster management agency (AFAD).
The US brokered the agreement, giving it leverage and business opportunities.
August 10, 2025 As the postwar international order continues to evolve, NPR explores its past and the present and asks what the future may look like.
Washington advised to use economic penalties to shape talks and enforce any ceasefire
Protesters staunchly oppose the Strait of Messina Bridge project over its scale, earthquake threats, environmental impact and the specter of mafia interference. The proposed bridge would reduce the time to cross the strait by ferry from nearly 100 minutes to 10 minutes by car.
Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez completes $62m move from Premier League champions Liverpool to Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal.
Vineyards planted by generations of winemakers have been destroyed by the country’s worst wildfires in 75 years
Zelenskyy shores up international support ahead of meeting between US president and Putin next week
President Trump did not clarify which territories could be swapped, and Ukrainian officials appeared uncertain about what he meant.
The talks come shortly after US President Trump announced he will meet Russia's President Putin in Alaska on Friday.
August 9, 2025 In the hills of southeastern Turkey lies a site so ancient, it's turning our understanding of civilization on its head and leading to conspiracy theories.
US president’s comments about territorial concessions to secure peace trigger alarm in Kyiv
Five ‘Blue Zones’ host some of the healthiest, longest-living people. What’s behind their longevity?
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who called the agreement a 'significant milestone,' said the breakthrough was made possible by Trump. The signing of a deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, both former Soviet republics, also strikes a geopolitical blow to their former imperial master, Russia.
The American leader has agreed to a meeting with the Russian president in Alaska next Friday to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.
A garden pond in Austria that is home to 50 frogs was the subject of a complaint from a neighbour, who said he was unable to sleep
August 8, 2025 Germany will stop exporting military equipment to Israel that could be used in the Gaza Strip, in a swift response to Israel's decision to expand its operations in the Palestinian enclave's main city.
Even with Trump's direct involvement, Moscow's preconditions for a ceasefire in Ukraine make a swift ending to the bloodshed difficult to reach.
August 6, 2025 The Aalborg Zoo in Denmark said it would take certain surplus pets such as chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs to be "gently euthanized" and fed to its captive predators.
Labour MP quits her government role after row about a property she owns
President Trump’s sweeping tariffs are spreading economic anxiety.
Jumilla, in the Murcia region of southeastern Spain, is near Torre Pacheco, where there have been anti-immigrant clashes
New York investigators said they repatriated looted objects to Italy, Spain and Hungary.
Even with Trump's direct involvement, Moscow's preconditions for a ceasefire in Ukraine make a swift ending to the bloodshed difficult to reach.
Despite a somewhat cooler July, the Copernicus Climate Change Service found that the 12-month period between August 2024 and July 2025 was 1.53 degrees above pre-industrial levels, exceeding the threshold set in 2015 to limit human-caused warming to 1.5 degrees.
In the United Kingdom, Muslim communities and young urban voters have turned away from Labour, disappointed by its lack of initiative on the Palestinian conflict. Many say they are ready to join Jeremy Corbyn's new party.
Changes will leave some facing real terms cuts over the next three years, says IFS
Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
If the meeting goes ahead as President Trump described, it will be the first in-person summit between an American and Russian president in more than four years.
Winemakers turn to clairet, the pale, fruity red once favoured by medieval England
August 6, 2025 The Aalborg Zoo in Denmark said it would take certain surplus pets such as chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs to be "gently euthanized" and fed to its captive predators.
A wildfire in southern France has burned an estimated 13,000 hectares, about the total for the entire country last year.
Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min has confirmed he will be leaving the Premier League club this summer.
Exclusive: Secret filming reveals smugglers' forest hideout and cash deals at UK train station.
As a three-term president, he guided the country toward democracy, but he was called an authoritarian at heart and accused of brutality during the revolt that put him in power.
Future of the industry may lie in convincing its home market that far from being an old man’s digestif, it is in fact a trendy mixing ingredient
August 5, 2025 The weapons include U.S. missiles for Patriot air defense systems already in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also said he had a "productive" call with President Trump.
US president has threatened Vladimir Putin with punitive measures to force him to end war in Ukraine
The two sides are set to publish a joint statement formalizing the July 27 compromise. Brussels is suspending retaliatory measures that would have taken effect if a transatlantic deal had not been reached.
The 42-year-old was detained by the British Transport Police after disembarking from a flight from Portugal.
Gusts of wind in the north of Scotland reached 132 kilometres per hour, the fastest ever recorded in August in Scotland. Several train operators in northern England and Scotland canceled services, and flights were canceled, especially from Aberdeen airport in the north-east.
Manufacturer looks beyond UK for a spaceport after being told it cannot use facilities in the Shetlands this year
The comments come as Trump's deadline for Russia to agree a ceasefire with Ukraine or face sanctions edges closer.
The abductees, including an Irish missionary who directs care for children with special needs, were taken from an orphanage serving about 270 children.
Smartphones may help defuse pastis-fuelled rows over which boule is closest to the jack
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, head of La France Insoumise, welcomed the creation of Jeremy Corbyn's new party, likening it to his own strategy when he left the Socialists in 2008.
Poveglia, which was once a quarantine station for plague victims, is about to become a sanctuary from the city’s tourism-driven hustle and bustle
A concertgoer apparently fell from the upper tiers at Wembley Stadium as the band’s reunion tour show was winding down.
Yvette Cooper will also promise to speed up asylum appeals to cut use of migrant hotels
Meanwhile, Ukraine reports Russian air strikes on the southern cities of Kherson and Mykolaiv.
England needs 35 more runs to beat India as fifth Test thriller goes to the last day of the five-match cricket series.
Switzerland spends almost $500m a year on protective structures. Is it worth it - or, as some suggest, should people move away from the mountain villages at risk?
The European Commission president is under fire for accepting Trump’s trade demands — this is why she did it
The pope urged the young Catholics, hailing from nearly 150 countries, to value true friendship and to do good in the world: 'Friendship is a path to peace.' Though 500,000 attendees were initially expected, the final count could reach up to one million.
Yashasvi Jaiswal makes sparkling hundred with Mohammed Siraj striking with last ball of day as India look to tie series.
A “living skeleton, buried alive” in Gaza’s tunnels, was how the family of one hostage described him after seeing a video circulated by Hamas this week.
August 2, 2025 Some Ukrainians have already returned after fleeing Russia's invasion, and almost half of the more than 5 million still abroad want to, according to a survey this year.
Canary Wharf and Islington residents mobilise as unrest moves south from more deprived parts of northern England
US president blasts ‘foolish and inflammatory’ statements by Dmitry Medvedev
Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj took four wickets each as India fought back in the fifth Test against England.
The US president made the announcement on his Truth Social platform in response to comments made by Russian official Dmitry Medvedev on Monday.
Italian fashion house outsourced manufacturing to companies with substandard health and safety records
The Russian president didn’t directly respond to President Trump’s ultimatum that Moscow halt its offensive by the end of next week or face financial penalties.
August 1, 2025 After mass protests, Ukraine's government enacts a law restoring independence to anti-corruption watchdogs, quelling what threatened to turn into a domestic political crisis for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
It comes after the capital saw one of the most deadliest assaults since Russia's 2022 invasion.
More than 80% of leaders surveyed by Institute of Directors said they were pessimistic
July 31, 2025 The threat of 50% US tariffs on some goods have Brazilian growers and producers are on edge. Heavy metal hero Ozzy Osbourne has a hometown farewell in Birmingham, England.
A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war.
Ameiya and Ricardo Del Brocco, 13 and 11, died while on holiday in Salou on the Costa Brava
'Being 20 in West Berlin' (4/6). Tom B. came to West Berlin as a young gay man in the mid-1980s, became an escort and fell into drug addiction, just as AIDS began to strike. Now in his sixties, the sex worker and social worker has come a long way.
India close day one of the fifth and final Test of their tour of England on 204-6 with skipper Shubman Gill was run out.
Osama Krayem, a Swedish citizen, was found guilty in Stockholm of a war crime. He had already been convicted of terrorist attacks in Paris and Brussels.
In the past week alone, three new countries have said they are ready to bestow recognition on a Palestinian state.
Deal would rank as one of the largest Chinese acquisitions in Europe for years
July 30, 2025 President Trump wants to bring shipbuilding back to the U.S. to counter China and boost American jobs. The ambitious goal will require rebuilding infrastructure and retraining a workforce. And in Paris, twenty years of discouraging car traffic and planting trees is yielding cleaner air and revitalized river banks and public spaces.
Intensity, magnitude, the Mercalli scale: Since the 1960s, seismologists have stopped using the famous Richter scale, preferring to use a moment magnitude scale, which is based on physical measurements.
German biathlete and Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier was killed by falling rocks while scaling Laila Peak in Pakistan.
Anna Mathyl, the owner of the Austrian lake of Mondsee, which was featured in the 1965 film, has cancelled lease agreements tied to the shoreline
Ukraine's military says three people were killed as Russia posted video of what it said was the strike.
July 29, 2025 Mermaids, giants and huge eyes look up from the waters near Talamone, Italy. It's one fisherman's way of protecting fishing grounds from the damage of trawling nets. Artists' sculptures are sunk to the bottom of the Mediterranean sea along with concrete blocks to break the nets of the trawlers that devastate marine life.
Leo has called a congregation in St Peter’s Basilica to use technology to build real connection and protect human dignity
As the Kremlin increasingly restricts the flow of ideas, those nostalgic for the USSR are calling for the reinstatement of the state body that once decided what could and could not be published. They argue that entrusting this job 'to professionals rather than bureaucrats' would protect against arbitrariness.
The deadly Russian air strikes come as US President Donald Trump toughens truce ultimatum to Russia.
Greek riot police clashed with demonstrators in Rhodes who were protesting the docking of an Israeli cruise ship.
The Trump administration has been talking up provisions of its deal with the European Union that would secure hundreds of billions of dollars in investments.
Confusion persists over which EU products will be exempt from 15% levy expected to enter into force on Friday
Analysts dismiss plan but executives welcome sign of more support for fossil fuel exports
Trade agreement receives mixed reaction in Europe.
Tom Sylvester had been set to be the agency’s top liaison to Britain, America’s most important intelligence partner and the agency’s most prestigious overseas posting.
Cereal alternatives that don’t make one jittery are cropping up in fashionable Parisian cafés
The US president says there is "no reason" for waiting amid little sign of progress towards peace.
Donald Trump said he would now give Vladimir Putin 10 to 12 days from Monday, meaning he wants peace efforts to make progress by August 7-9. The plan includes possible sanctions and secondary tariffs targeting Russia's trading partners.
3,500 people had to flee their homes and two people died. The General Directorate of Meteorology said Turkey recorded its highest ever temperature of 50.5° Celsius in the southeastern Sirnak province on Friday.
Tourists and locals alike face fines for going topless in town over complaints that being scantily clad in shops is neither hygienic nor respectful
By edging out Spain in a penalty shootout in the European championship final, England’s women’s team cemented its position as the standard-bearer for English soccer.
Deal announced after talks between Donald Trump with European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland
Oscar Piastri controlled the rain-delayed race, extending his F1 Championship lead over McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after "tough negotiations" in Scotland.
While social media and new media are often associated with disinformation and foreign propaganda, in countries such as Serbia and Hungary, it is more commonly conventional media actors who engage in such practices, argue Sabina Mihelj and Vaclav Stetka, researchers specializing in the region.
Leaders due to meet on Sunday in bid to avoid economically damaging transatlantic trade war
The Swedish striker joins the London club after scoring 97 goals for Sporting Lisbon over the past two seasons.
July 26, 2025 The U.S. president is spending a long weekend in his late mother's birth country of Scotland. There, he's been confronted by protesters waving photos of Jeffrey Epstein.
The $1.7 billion reduction capped a tough week for President Volodymyr Zelensky as he deals with Ukraine’s governance issues.
Summer unrest is building on the ‘lawless’ fringes of the provinces as curfews are brought in to nip it in the bud
US president will talk trade with the UK premier and the EU’s Ursula von der Leyen on golf-focused trip
US president says chances of reaching a trade deal with the EU are ’50-50′ ahead of his August 1 tariff deadline.
Facing growing pressure amid nationwide protests, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine backtracked on controversial legislation that would have weakened the country’s independent anticorruption institutions. Katrin Bennhold, a senior writer, and Marc Santora, an international news editor for The New York Times, explain the events that led to the reversal.
Germany, Britain and France have threatened sanctions if Tehran fails to agree a deal on uranium enrichment and cooperation with UN inspectors. Iranian diplomats previously warned that Tehran could withdraw from the global nuclear non-proliferation treaty if sanctions were reimposed.
An exhibition curated by Paloma Picasso, the artist’s sole surviving child, offers a glimpse into the family’s world
July 25, 2025 The head of parliament banned the rainbow flag from the legislative building. Far-right groups have rallied against the LGBTQ+ community and attacks are on the rise. It all casts a shadow over Pride.
France to become the first G7 state to recognise the state of Palestine, as Israeli PM Netanyahu condemns decision.
President Trump signs major trade deal with Japan, and Tokyo pledges to invest in the United States.
July 24, 2025 Germany, France and the United Kingdom will hold talks with Iran in Istanbul Friday, just days after the three European nations warned they would reimpose stiff sanctions on Tehran.
German sportswear maker missed out on retro sneaker trend that benefited Adidas
President Macron announced his decision on X, saying the end of the war in Gaza was an ‘urgent priority’
The EU says its negotiators are working "might and main" on a deal, but the decision rests with US President Trump.
The announcement sets France apart from the United States and most of its close allies, and could cause friction with President Trump.
Many had thought that Ukraine's young people had all left, but on Wednesday they turned out in even greater numbers to protest against a law that stripped two anti-corruption institutions of their independence.
US officials are ‘optimistic’ that an agreement could be imminent.
Moscow's lead negotiator Vladimir Medinsky told reporters the sides had lengthy discussions on Wednesday, but 'the positions are quite distant.' Meanwhile, the two countries agreed to another prisoner exchange, as they did at the two previous talks on May 16 and June 2.
The warning from Iran’s deputy foreign minister came days before he is set to travel to Istanbul for nuclear talks with European counterparts.
July 23, 2025 Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
Also in today’s newsletter, India-UK trade deal set for signing, and Tesla profits slump on worsening EV sales
President accused of ‘backsliding on democracy’ in the first significant show of public dissent since Russia’s full invasion
Protests gather pace in Ukrainian cities as some of Kyiv's closest allies sound alarm bells.
Chloe Kelly scores dramatic late winner in extra time as reigning champions England come from behind to beat Italy 2-1.
Jakarta and Washington release details of agreement first announced last week
July 22, 2025 French news agency Agence France-Presse called on the Israeli government to allow its freelance journalists to leave the Gaza Strip because of worsening hunger.
A Danish warship shadowed a Russian trawler suspected of sabotage near critical Atlantic cables. Over five years, multiple cables have been damaged; is Moscow involved?
The demonstrators were angered by government moves to dismantle anticorruption efforts and quell dissent.
Local authorities have adopted the measures following a series of violent incidents, including shootings.
The UK has pivoted toward nuclear power since the start of the war in Ukraine, citing energy security and the need to modernize its fleet of ageing power stations, though nuclear projects have sparked controversy.
The group has been classified as a ‘terror organisation’ by the UK government.
The Spanish film director has joined a chorus of voices defending Pedro Sánchez against accusations of corruption
The defense secretary’s attendance may signal a turnaround as President Trump’s tone shifts on his willingness to support Kyiv against Moscow.
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot went to Ukraine on a suprise visit, blasting the latest wave of Russian attacks: 'This inhumane, cynical and cruel violence has no military purpose. Its sole aim is to terrorize civilians in a failed attempt to undermine Ukrainian morale.'
Prosecutors act on legal complaint by pro-Palestinian group that is pursuing IDF personnel
Russia's defence ministry says more than 230 Ukrainian drones have been downed over Russia since Saturday morning.
Other countries are rushing to fill the gap left by the United Kingdom, but not France. According to academics Nizar Atrissi and Ydriss Ziane, France should adopt a genuine strategy to attract private wealth, with clear, stable and competitive rules.
Unusual climatic events are directly linked to short-term spikes in cost of basic foodstuffs, study shows
China, France, Germany, Russia and the UK are the remaining parties to a 2015 nuclear deal reached with Iran.
Ukraine’s president proposed reviving talks brokered by the Trump administration, which seemed stalled a month ago.
July 20, 2025 Jane Austen fans are celebrating 250 years since the writer's birth with a series of celebrations – including Georgian costume balls, where attendees try out period dancing.
Those charged include an anti-war poet and people who set fire to military recruiting offices
Russia's defence ministry says more than 230 Ukrainian drones have been downed over Russia since Saturday morning.
As victims seek compensation and a tech giant its damages, the fallout from the tragedy is not over for Angela Bacares
Alice Sombath missed the decisive penalty for France to hand the game to Germany, who will take on Spain in Zurich on Wednesday.
Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk knocks out Daniel Dubois of United Kingdom to unify the heavyweight title belts in London.
For weeks, there has been a drumbeat of anti-immigrant episodes in Northern Ireland. Ali Watkins, a reporter for The New York Times based in Belfast, describes what she’s seen covering these events to Katrin Bennhold, a senior writer on the international desk.
The offer comes amid renewed fighting and seeks to resume negotiations that were halted in early June.
Establishing a single, standard take-off point for bag charges would be a clear win
A family’s daily costs at Marmaris in Turkey average just £128.99, nearly half the price of Ibiza
A new report has analyzed public images of medals from the 16th Center of the Federal Security Service (FSB), Russia's internal intelligence branch responsible for communications espionage, uncovering valuable information about its organization.
Handala is the new Freedom Flotilla vessel carrying activists and humanitarian aid to challenge the Israeli blockade.
Merz was visiting the UK to boost defence ties with Germany, as part of a historic friendship treaty.
US president also rejects reducing 25% sectoral duties on cars from the bloc, say diplomats
Nicknamed “Fearless Felix,” he jumped from the edge of space in 2012.
The legendary daredevil, known for record-breaking jumps, lost control of his paraglider and crashed into a hotel pool.
Przemyslaw Jeziorski, who taught quantitative marketing at the Haas School of Business, was shot several times on July 4 outside Athens, the authorities said.
Felix Baumgartner, famous for a supersonic freefall from a balloon 24 miles high, crashed into a hotel swimming pool in Italy
As of July 8, some 214,000 hectares have been ravaged by flames in the European Union, more than double the average. Fires have broken out further north in Europe, and the eastern Mediterranean region has also been struck.
The newly signed deal also includes co-operation on security, bilateral trade, and scientific research.
Candidates’ names submitted to culture and media secretary Lisa Nandy
The hip-hop star's killing has been linked to a local gangland conflict.
Berlin vows more pragmatic approach after years of tension between two countries over arms exports
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the attack as ‘simply horrific, stupid Russian terror’.
German chancellor will give law enforcement agencies more powers to prevent the storage of traffickers’ small boats and engines in his country
The Russian economy is set to need 10 million workers by 2030 – a challenge made more daunting as the country's demographic decline accelerates, worsened by the human losses from the war in Ukraine.
The Palm House and the Waterlily House, two hulking greenhouses built in the Victorian Era, will close in 2027 for four years of major renovations.
Revealed: Media agency Zinc Network has contract to recruit social media influencers across Europe.
Francesca Albanese addresses delegates from 30 countries to discuss ways nations can try to stop Israel’s offensive.
The Tale of Wade, twice referred to in Geoffrey Chaucer’s poems, survives only in a tiny fragment. Two academics argue a scribe’s error deepened the confusion around it.
The deats of the men, aged 27 and 29, are not being treated as suspicious by police
Chancellor uses Mansion House speech to unveil what she claims is a big reduction in financial services regulation
MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government.
July 15, 2025 Clearing out a closet, attic or garage can be a chore. Old photographs, clothes and books can create clutter, or take up space that's sometimes needed for something else. But every so often, the heirlooms or mementos that you find retain some value: if that's emotional value, it can be hard to part with them. If it's financial, that can make it easier, as Willem Marx hoped it would be with his childhood stamp collection in London.
The two men who, in 2023, felled a tree that stood next to the ancient Roman site of Hadrian's Wall for nearly 200 years, were both sentenced to four years and three months in jail.
Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.
Chancellor will use her Mansion House speech to propose major easing of regulation in City of London
July 14, 2025 President Trump has made some big shifts in U.S. policy on Russia's war with Ukraine lately.
How did the controversial right-wing Italian PM become the most powerful woman in Europe?
President Trump, expressing frustration over feeling dragged along by President Vladimir V. Putin in peace talks, threatened Russia with “very severe tariffs” unless a deal is reached with Ukraine in 50 days.
The 27-member bloc says Washington’s latest threats against its exports are ‘absolutely unacceptable’.
The EU Commission announced that Denmark, France, Greece, Italy and Spain are set to test an app aimed at preventing children from accessing harmful content online by checking users' ages.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the dates of President Trump’s trip to Britain, which will be his second state visit.
English Premier League side Chelsea beat European champions Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in FIFA’s club showpiece final.
On the eve of Bastille Day, the president said: ‘To be free in this world, we must be feared’
The United Kingdom had faced criticism for rushing to sign a trade deal with the US in early May.
President says ‘freedom has never been so threatened since 1945’ in address ahead of Bastille Day parade
Kyiv says two people accused of working for Russia and shooting dead a Ukrainian intelligence officer were killed.
Oliver Moody reports on the whistleblowers who lifted the lid on the ‘cultlike hell’ of the electric car giant’s gigafactories — and the safety record it tried to keep secret
Labour MPs demand that London act now to halt ‘erasure and annexation’ of Palestinian land before it’s too late.
Trump announced on Saturday that a 30% tariff hike for Mexico and the European Union will start on August 1. Emmanuel Macron called on the bloc to 'step up the preparation of credible countermeasures' if the two sides failed to reach an agreement by that day.
US president issues new threats against trading partners in letters posted to social media
When Ukraine turned a corner of Russia’s Kursk region into a battlefield, it set in motion some of the war’s fiercest fighting. Our photographer documented the aftermath.
US envoy Keith Kellogg will travel to Kyiv early next week, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Believing that the art form had to move from religious to secular settings, he designed installations in airports, corporate buildings, a country club and a marketplace.
Anneleen Van Bossuyt has taken a hard line on migration and integration policy, while distancing herself from Vlaams Belang, the powerful far-right party in Flanders.
It comes after US President Donald Trump announced a new deal to supply air defence systems via Nato.
Border Force unions worry the arrangement will leave them stuck with ‘known rapists’ that French officials would never allow to return
Tensions over where migrants rejected by Britain will end up could hamper implementation of agreement with Paris
July 11, 2025 Russia ratcheted up air attacks by drones and missiles on Ukraine this week. The increase comes as President Trump has expressed frustration at Russian President Vladimir Putin's seeming unwillingness to enter talks to end the war. Trump indicated the U.S. would resume shipments of weapons to Ukraine that had previously been suspended. Our correspondent in Kyiv gives us the latest.
Chancellor had planned to cut the £20,000 annual tax-free savings allowance but now wants to consult with industry
Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain and President Emmanuel Macron of France strengthened the defense relationship between their two countries and announced a new agreement to address illegal migration.
Athens warns it will now arrest people entering Greece without authorisation from North Africa.
Bullying and sexual harassment was said to have flourished at the French champagne firm, while one source described a ‘boys’ club’ mentality
Britain and France announced on Thursday a pilot deal to return some Channel-crossing migrants to France, part of a broader effort to curb dangerous small-boat journeys. The plan has drawn sharp criticism in the UK, with opponents calling it a betrayal of Brexit.
Forssell says he will not resign over the issue and that his son has severed all ties with the groups.
The declaration will be signed on Thursday, July 10, as President Emmanuel Macron wraps up his three-day state visit in the UK. It will state that the respective deterrents of both countries remain under national control 'but can be coordinated,' Paris and London said in an overnight statement.
To preserve his Irish manor, he staged concerts on its grounds, drawing the likes of U2, Bob Dylan, Madonna and the Rolling Stones as well as tens of thousands of fans.
The White House has sent letters to more than 20 different countries this week announcing new tariffs.
Announcement marks increase in co-operation between allies amid growing threat from Russia
Landscape that inspired Georges Braque and Paul Cézanne has been ruined in the blazes that have afflicted France’s second city
The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year.
July 9, 2025 Europe recently downgraded the protected status of wolves, sparking concern among conservationists who warn this may undo decades of progress and lead to the species becoming threatened again.
Wildfires near Marseille, France have forced the airport to close and injured nine firefighters.
US defendants can waive right to jury trial and in Germany jury trials were abolished in 1924
The region of Valencia in Spain suffered particularly from the real estate frenzy that led to the 2008 financial crisis. Between 2020 and 2021, the Basque photographer Markel Redondo explored this stretch of the Mediterranean coast, which is now rimmed with concrete. His photographs capture the scars that remain from a short-sighted vision of progress.
Asian companies lead a reversal from touchscreen-dominated dashboards
Fifty people broke into the turbine farm site and damaged machinery, as tensions grow over the use of Italy’s countryside
The embroidered work, depicting the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, is a loan from France. For the first time, it will be on exhibit in London.
The US president says he is "not happy" with Russia's Vladimir Putin and that Ukraine is "getting hit very hard".
July 8, 2025 With Russian attacks escalating, Ukraine is dependent on air defense systems and munitions supplied by western allies to protect Ukrainian cities.
Markets tumbled on the latest tariff announcements, with the S&P 500 seeing its biggest drop in three weeks.
Ahead of the vote on Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the commission, appeared before the European Parliament to defend herself against complaints about transparency.
Ursula von der Leyen will be questioned by MEPs over secret Covid texts and her bloc’s alliance with anti-immigration populists before a rare vote
News of Roman Starovoit’s death made public shortly after that of his sacking by Putin, but timeline is unconfirmed
Xu Zewei suspected of links to Beijing-backed group accused by Washington of stealing Covid-19 vaccine secrets
French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting the United Kingdom on Tuesday, where he will meet with the royal family and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. It is the first state visit by the leader of a member of the European Union since the Brexit crisis of 2020.
On Monday morning a presidential decree stated that Starovoit had been dismissed from his post.
A cohort of seventy-something ex-presidents, prime ministers and members of the cabinet have stepped back into the limelight
Teammates arrived carrying wreaths as hundreds of mourners gathered in the streets to pay their respects.
Heavy metal fans crossed continents to converge on Birmingham, England, and throw devil horns in honor of the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath.
Akash Deep took six wickets in the second innings as India levelled their five-match Test series against England 1-1.
The American designer balances a homage to the past with a nod to his own fashion story
Germany argues state aid will benefit Eurozone if bloc’s largest economy is revived
The French Bishop Thibault Verny has been appointed to head the Vatican's child protection advisory commission. He has been praised for his experience of ensuring accountability 'for the serious failures of the church in France,' where an estimated 330,000 children were sexually abused over the past 70 years by church personnel.
Macron will meet Starmer in a state visit to Britain this week — an encounter between floundering leaders who must find a way to work together
A year after the long-polluted River Seine was cleaned for the 2024 Paris Olympics, French officials opened multiple sites for locals to go swimming.
PSG will face either Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund in the semifinals after beating the German champions.
Pressure grows on Pedro Sánchez to call snap election as latest resignation adds to corruption allegations
Petre-Florin Manole, a Social Democrat, has become minister of labor as part of the small group of new faces in the Romanian government sworn in on June 23, after six months of political crisis. At 41 years old, he is the first Romani person to hold a ministerial post in a country where the Romani minority still faces discrimination.
New code of conduct part of far-right group’s effort to improve reputation and broaden appeal with voters
Teammates arrived carrying wreaths as hundreds of mourners gathered in the streets to pay their respects.
July 5, 2025 Ukraine said it struck a Russian airbase on Saturday, while Russia continued to pound Ukraine with hundreds of drones overnight, dashing hopes for a breakthrough in efforts to end the war.
Chelsea and Barca top a list of European teams fined by the continent’s governing body for breaches in financial rules.
The decision means that the group called Palestine Action will be banned as a terrorist organization in Britain while its full legal challenge to the ban plays out.
Milorad Dodik has been wanted since March by the Bosnian authorities for banning the central police and judiciary − a move deemed secessionist by prosecutors.
Friedrich Merz has been accused of rewriting Schengen rules and offloading tens of thousands of asylum seekers back into Poland
EU says it ‘favours a negotiated solution’ but is prepared for potential trade war with retaliatory duties
July 4, 2025 Russian missiles and drones hammered Kyiv in an overnight attack, the largest aerial assault on the Ukrainian capital since the war began more than three years ago.
Warning was handed to EU trade commissioner at Washington meetings
Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.
With the US president saying he has 'nothing to offer' Iran and Tehran refusing to negotiate with Israel's main ally, the diplomatic outlook for a negotiated solution remains extremely uncertain, writes Le Monde's Philippe Ricard in his column.
The football world has paid tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother, who died in a car crash in Spain on Thursday.
Maj. Gen. Mikhail Gudkov, promoted to deputy head of the Russian Navy just a few months earlier, died in an apparent Ukrainian strike.
Moscow aims to co-operate in fields such as energy, transport, agriculture and infrastructure with Islamist regime in Kabul
The American couple, in their eighties, are accused of selling gold bars plundered from an 18th century wreck. They claim the gold was a gift
Fire on island being fanned by gale-force winds, with blazes also raging on mainland Greece and in other parts of Europe
The football world is mourning the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, in a car crash.
July 3, 2025 A ruling by London's High Court cited the domestic intelligence agency's failure to explain why representatives had repeatedly misled U.K. courts about an informant accused of violence against women.
Talks lay groundwork for a summit between EU and Chinese leaders in Beijing on July 24 and 25.
A senior leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party says elements within the Turkish government are trying to sabotage a historic disarmament process, which could risk derailing the group's pledge to lay down arms.
As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.
July 2, 2025 This summer marks 80 years since the end of World War II when Allied forces liberated Nazi-occupied Europe, and also began to discover the horrific scale of the Holocaust.
Reduction in weapons shipments makes Kyiv more vulnerable to Russia’s escalating attacks
Unions said stars were risking their lives for entertainment as Italy’s heatwave takes its toll on performers in helmets and heavy costumes
Two people are found dead by firefighters in Spain's Catalonia region, with heat-related fatalities in France and Italy.
French Open winner Coco Gauff becomes just the third woman in the Open era to lose in the first round at Wimbledon.
Millions of private sector workers will see sharp drop in living standards under current system, study finds
Lost classic of Mesopotamian literature has been reconstructed by scholars
The Nordic country for the first time has extended a lottery for compulsory military service to women in its latest move to expand its armed forces.
The Elysée said that Emmanuel Macron stressed France's 'support for Ukraine's sovereignty,' and called for a ceasefire. According to the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin urged 'a solid and lasting settlement of the conflict.'
The attack on a factory in the city of Izhevsk was more than 1,000km (620 miles) from the border.
The Brazilian side advance to face either Manchester City or Al Hilal in a football quarterfinal on Friday.
Debra Wright, a British grandmother, was a passenger when the jet ski was struck by a speedboat driven by a friend, Spanish police said
Members of the monarchy took part in fewer public engagements in the year leading to March, a sovereign grant report said, reflecting the illnesses of King Charles III and Catherine.
Initial rollout will be in ‘beta’ mode that connects to existing websites
June 30, 2025 Russia attacked Ukraine with over 500 drones and missiles over the weekend, it was the largest air assault since the Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine over three years ago. The barrage included targets in Western Ukraine, a region far from the front lines that doesn't often see bombardments. We get the latest from our correspondent in Kyiv.
Although long considered the best-protected city in Ukraine, the capital has not been spared from a surge in bombardments now affecting the entire country.
Dozens of the country's mainland regions are currently under the second-highest alert as the heatwave continues.
Russian shattered Mariupol with a months-long siege in 2022. Now, it says it's rebuilding it.
The publisher of the Belgian editions of Elle and Marie Claire removed articles and profiles it admits were created by AI
The countries most affected are Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal, with temperatures nearing or topping 40C (104F).
Senior official in transport department calls on watchdog not to authorise multiple ‘open-access’ operations
The overnight attack was one of the largest on Ukraine and included strikes in the western part of the country, which is hit less often.
The Dutch consumer association Consumentenbond has launched legal action aimed at helping travelers who booked through the Amsterdam-based platform since 2013 recover part of the margins the company has collected. The amount at stake: €1 billion.
June 29, 2025 Russia launched the largest aerial assault on Ukraine overnight since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
A TikTok tank commander is helping the German army show potential young recruits that army life is cool
The band landed in trouble over anti-Israel statements, and a member faces a terrorism charge. But at Britain’s biggest music festival, tens of thousands cheered it.
Protesters in Venice denounce Bezos’ lavish wedding, citing over-tourism, high housing costs, and climate concerns.
The major rally in Belgrade against Serbia's populist president, Aleksandar Vucic, was called to back a demand for an early parliamentary election, which Vucic and his party have repeatedly refused, accusing protesters of planning to spur violence on orders from abroad.
Hundreds of thousands risked steep fines to protest Viktor Orbán’s anti-LGBTQ+ crackdown
Tens of thousands have gathered for the LGBTQ march in Hungary's capital, despite a police ban and warning from PM Viktor Orban.
June 28, 2025 Marchers gambled with potential police intervention and fines to participate in the annual Budapest Pride, which was outlawed by a law passed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's right-wing governing party.
Most of the leaders of Georgia's pro-Western opposition are now behind bars after months of political turmoil.
June 27, 2025 Ever since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the majority of western countries have been working to marginalize Russia by imposing sanctions and moving away from dependence on Russian oil. This week NATO announced most member countries would dramatically increase defense spending, a move they said was meant to counter threats posed by Russia.
The Amazon owner’s nuptials are being held in five-star locations across the Italian city, with a slew of A-list celebrities in attendance
The bride announced the marriage on Friday night in an Instagram post under the name Lauren Sánchez Bezos.
European Union summit fails to act on trade agreement despite findings of human rights abuses.
Environmental activists have also pointed to the carbon footprint of the mega yachts and dozens of private jets – at least 95 – bringing the rich and famous to the city for the over-the-top nuptials, attended by A-list stars like Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey and Leonardo DiCaprio, along with President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump.
Berlin considers strengthening investment screening powers to stop any future investors reactivating gas pipelines
Output plunges after Aston Martin and other British carmakers halt exports to the US
Felipe González, who led the country from 1982 to 1996, said the incumbent, who is at the centre of corruption allegations, should call elections
June 26, 2025 As part of a broader crime wave in Peru that began during the COVID-19 pandemic, gangs have begun targeting private schools in poorer neighborhoods for extortion. We hear how administrators and parents are dealing with the threats. And in London's West End, you don't need a ticket to witness the soaring signature song for the musical Evita. It is performed nightly in the street. We attend a recent performance.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is now the most senior European leader to describe Israel's campaign in Gaza as a genocide, as rescuers reported Israeli forces killed at least 65 people on Thursday.
Irish leader Michael Martin decries Europe’s inability to pressure Israel to stop ‘continuing slaughter of children’.
Russia launched its offensive in the spring aiming to create a "buffer zone" inside Ukraine to protect its border regions.
The director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency said that there was “no escaping significant physical damage” after a U.S. strike on the Iranian facility.
Ex-football chief Luis Rubiales will appeal at Supreme Court after fine for forcibly kissing Jenni Hermoso is upheld.
Official data shows rise in single patients and female same-sex couples opting for assisted fertility treatments
Town hall officials revealed the Amazon founder had not registered to marry in the city
The Ukrainian president, after signing an accord with the Council of Europe to set up a special tribunal to try top officials over Russia's invasion of Ukraine, said: 'We need to show clearly aggression leads to punishment and we must make it happen together, all of Europe.'
June 25, 2025 NATO is wrapping up it's meeting and most members are pledging to increase defense spending to counter threats posed by Russia. Among the countries expanding their military is Germany, which is aiming to field the largest army in the European Union with massive investment. Our correspondent in Berlin shows us how Germany plans to accomplish that goal.
President Trump has long pushed the European allies to be more self-sufficient on defense, relying less on American protection. NATO committed to a major increase over the next decade.
Nato leaders meeting in The Hague say they have an "ironclad commitment to collective defence".
President Trump had been eager to celebrate the U.S. strikes on Iran, but a new report indicates the attack set back Iran’s nuclear program by only a few months.
Only Russia was perceived to be a greater threat, putting the US ahead of both Israel and Iran
A Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Dnipro region killed at least 17 people and wounded more than 200 others.
Dominique de Villepin has been accused of cheap tactics in seeking a left-wing ethnic minority and centrist vote to save a nation in decline
June 24, 2025 The attacks came as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy began a visit to the United Kingdom, where he met privately with King Charles III.
It is the US president's first Nato summit since 2019 and all 32 leaders are set to commit to a big hike in defence spending.
Created out of America's desire to protect Europe from communism, the North Atlantic Alliance underwent profound changes after the fall of the Berlin Wall. It expanded and took on new missions, though it never fully proved its effectiveness. Today, it faces fierce challenges from Donald Trump.
The UK has been one of Ukraine's staunchest supporters since Russia invaded in early 2022, supplying multiple packages of military aid. The two countries will now share 'battlefield technology,' with 'data sets from Ukraine's front line set to be plugged into UK production lines,' a statement from Starmer's office said on Monday.
New target includes 1.5% of spending on security related infrastructure such as cyber and border protection
An ex-employee of the German federal police paid an outstanding fine on behalf of the prime suspect in the girl’s disappearance, a magazine reported
The European Union and Canada struck a defense agreement on Monday, a step toward closer military cooperation as relations with the United States have soured.
Resident Valeriy Mankuta survived a Russian missile strike by climbing down a lightning rod to escape his damaged home.
Europe braces for Trump's arrival at the Nato summit with difficult questions over Iran and defence, following the 5% defence spending target he's demanded of allies
Tensions soar at UN as Iran, allies condemn US military action, while US, Israel reject censure.
The French region has banned publicly funded institutions from using inclusive terms with ‘median dots’
Since the beginning of his term, Donald Trump has been applying Project 2025, a 922-page bible written by the conservative think tank. Today, its president, Kevin Roberts, is looking across the Atlantic. On a visit to France, he met with leaders of far-right parties.
Premier had refused to increase military expenditure to 5% of GDP to placate Donald Trump
Commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky disputed Russian claims that Ukraine had been pushed out of Kursk.
To reach voters outside its Eastern heartlands, the AfD is putting a new gloss on its anti-immigrant message — while sticking with its agenda.
Emotions run high as the crane looming over the Uffizi Gallery in Florence is finally pulled down after years of bureaucracy and political squabbling
The Benin Bronzes were artefacts stolen during the UK’s imperial plunder of Benin, modern-day southern Nigeria.
Siarhei Tsikhanouski, one of Belarus' most prominent opposition leaders, was pardoned and released from jail, along with 13 other political prisoners, according to the human rights NGO Viasna.
An architect, he wrote in his book “Lost New York” about the many buildings that were destroyed before passage of the city’s landmarks preservation law.
Sergei Tsikhanouski was jailed for 18 years after challenging Alexander Lukashenko for the presidency
Higher defence spending will top the agenda when members of the Western alliance gather in The Hague.
During an annual economic conference in St. Petersburg, Russia, President Vladimir Putin did not rule out his forces taking the Ukrainian city of Sumy.
An EU diplomatic service audit report, seen by news agencies, looked at Israel’s actions in Gaza and occupied West Bank.
More than 30 strange sculptures have popped up in a German forest, sparking a hunt for the elusive artist behind them
EU, French, German and British foreign ministers held talks with their Iranian counterpart in Geneva on Friday.
Hennadii Shapovalov will have to improve mobilisation and training as Russia’s summer offensive gains ground
Eight children have been admitted to hospital as officials investigate the root of the outbreak.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy met top US officials in Washington Thursday ahead of urgent nuclear talks with Iran, as European powers accelerate diplomatic efforts to halt a spiraling regional conflict and prevent military escalation.
The French government is said to be concerned about igniting religious tensions despite nine in ten people backing the widened definition
Ottawa places 100% levies on non-US shipments as it looks to protect jobs
She was a blunt and bossy domestic dominatrix on the series “How Clean Is Your House?” honing a persona as the rudest woman on reality television.
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez warns the spending hike would undermine EU efforts to build its own security and defence base.
Three people are accused of exploiting dozens of workers in the heart of champagne country.
As Russian forces intensify their assaults on Kostiantynivka in an effort to encircle this city in the Donbas, firefighters continue to respond − all while working under the permanent threat of drones.
Cooling of interest from wealthy international buyers, say estate agents
Hundreds of supporters gathered as a Kneecap member faced court over a “terrorism” charge for waving a Hezbollah flag.
Nobody was injured and the Italian police did not announce any damage to the monument.
Underwater drones detach mast from sunken yacht off Sicily and enable lift from seabed for inspection by investigators
A cruise missile slammed into an ordinary residential block early on Tuesday, likely travelling at about 500mph.
Government investigation blames ‘poor planning’ by Red Eléctrica and power plants disconnecting ‘improperly’
The amendment comes after police investigated more than 100 women, including some who had natural miscarriages.
Parliamentarians gathered in Strasbourg on Tuesday to vote 599 to two to do away with time limits for victims to bring their abusers to justice.
The industry says many businesses are facing bankruptcy as a result of red tape, wage costs and an increasingly abstinent younger generation
Ukrainian officials say a drone smashed into the building, leaving a number of people dead and wounded.
Thousands of North Korean laborers are already toiling in Russia. A new contingent is headed to the region where North Korean troops fought Ukraine.
Britain’s health secretary, who wants to shake up the NHS, was tight lipped about his encounter with AI moguls at elite conference.
After a damning audit by a senior civil servant, Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the networks of sexual predators who operated for decades in the United Kingdom would be subject to a public inquiry.
British carmakers and aerospace manufacturers poised to secure quick benefits, but steel producers await further details
Pedro Sanchez has come out fighting in a bid to remain in power after a record four-hour meeting with his party’s executive council
Visitors were left stranded outside in Paris on Monday after a monthly union meeting led to a wildcat strike over workplace conditions and crowding.
A group of doctors is pleading with EU leaders to pressure Israel to end its siege on Gaza.
Hostility towards tourists in Spain grows as locals complain of being forced out of their own cities.
In 2018, the president called for the group to embrace Russia and stormed out of the summit. Now he is seeking to shrink America’s military role abroad and embarking on a more expansive trade war.
Champions League winners PSG beat fellow European heavyweights Atletico Madrid at the Rose Bowl in California in the US.
The French president appears determined to push back against US threats to annex the vast Danish territory but he is increasingly regarded as beleaguered
Appointment of Blaise Metreweli comes as agents grapple with competing threats
Le Monde has compiled dozens of verified videos from the front lines to document the decisive impact of these low-cost drones.
Dmitriy Kurashov is the first Russian soldier to stand trial in Ukraine over a battlefield execution.
The tech bros believe we are close to conquering death. Matt Rudd travels to the ‘superhuman summit’ in Stockholm to sample body scanners and bone broth
Britain’s prime minister reverses his position on the need for a national investigation into the abuse scandal, after criticism by Elon Musk.
Interest in the issue was pushed by far-right groups and Elon Musk and branded by critics as a racist dog whistle.
Parents and governments are left reeling and at a loss how to protect schools from random, deadly violence.
Sir Keir Starmer says move is ‘contingency’ measure to support regional security
In an interview with Le Monde, Kamala Harris's former national security adviser criticizes the concept of 'peace through strength' that underpins current American foreign policy. He also acknowledges the Biden administration's mistakes, particularly in the war in Gaza.
Fluent in German and passing as an Aryan, she once crossed into Germany, uncovered Nazi military secrets and nursed a wounded, and deceived, SS officer.
The new pontiff has implemented an agreement signed in 2018 between the Holy See and Beijing, though some Catholic factions have criticized it.
Moscow says Kyiv failed to return any prisoners in the latest exchange, as fighting continues on the ground.
The artist’s family home has reopened to the public after the restoration of recently uncovered fragments of murals he painted
Demand for kitchens falls, but group increases its market share
The organisers have blamed 'undemocratic pressures' after authorities cut off funding.
She was a concert promoter, a nightclub impresario and the producer of an award-winning 1992 film about the Nicholas Brothers dance duo.
The former commander of Russian operations on the Ukrainian front, who was a prominent member of the Wagner Group, has been assigned to the Russian embassy in Algiers in a bid to strengthen the Kremlin's 'military diplomacy' in North Africa.
British watchdogs are too slow and risk-averse, Lords committee states
Santos Cerdán has allegedly admitted receiving kickbacks for rigging public contracts, according to an audio recording seized by police
“I’m doing what my country, what my government is supposed to do. But Germany chooses to starve children.”
Police say they also found a non-functional pipe bomb and a "farewell letter" during a search.
Policymakers in many countries assume that birthrates have fallen because people want fewer children, but a global study says financial insecurity is driving those decisions.
Hundreds gathered on the streets armed with molotov cocktails, facing off against police armed with riot shields and backed by water cannons. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer earlier on Wednesday condemned the 'mindless violence.'
Newly formed mobile market leader pledges to create thousands of jobs and urges rivals to upgrade networks
Hailed as a victory by Labour, it could repair rocky relations. But does it protect Gibraltar’s sovereignty, and were there major concessions to Spain?
Police found a pipe bomb, bombing plans, and a farewell note at the home of the alleged Graz school shooter.
Police say they also found a non-functional pipe bomb and a "farewell letter" during a search.
A European subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries is currently involved in 15 EU defence projects, including a multi-million euro drone development programme co-funded by European governments.
Why is Hilary Benn obstructing the truth about a murder three decades ago?
Boston, who finished his career with a British record of 571 tries, was honored Tuesday in a special ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Errol Musk attended Future Forum 2050 organized by an Orthodox conservative tycoon and an ultranationalist ideologue. Contrasting 'Russian values' with the 'moral confusion' of the West, he attributed his son's recent dispute with the US president to 'stress' and fatigue.
Spain has recently suffered a series of major infrastructure problems, including a nationwide blackout in April
Agreement lifts blockade on approvals of new Swiss investment advisers to pursue American wealth management
An investigation into blacklisted online casinos has been the target of bogus infringement claims sent to Google by unnamed actors. European lawmakers are asking for journalistic work to be better protected and for a Europe-wide crackdown on unlicensed gambling.
Al Jazeera journalist Omar Faiad arrived in Paris after being deported by Israel for being aboard the ‘Madleen’.
A 10th victim has died after a 21-year-old former student opened fire in a secondary school in Graz before killing himself.
Plans would add to existing services to France and Amsterdam
Destinations chosen to draw corporate customers looking for alternatives to air travel
Life has returned to normal in the capital of the Russian region that was partially occupied by Ukrainian troops in August 2024 and has since been retaken. Yet, far from the Kremlin's triumphant rhetoric, residents tell a more complex story.
“Learn to speak Russian,” the secretary-general of the alliance warned nations unwilling to make politically unpopular budget decisions.
Approached by Britain’s MI6 while reporting on Nigeria’s Biafra War, he mined his experiences for literary inspiration.
The prisoners of war being exchanged are wounded or under 25 years old, President Zelensky says.
Ruben Neves scores winning penalty kick as Portugal defeat Spain 5-3 in a shootout to win the Nations League title.
Carlos Alcaraz recovers from two sets down - saving three championship points - to beat Jannik Sinner in an incredible French Open men's final.
Critics have branded the move racist but councillors insist it is needed to save struggling markets from closure amid chronic population decline
Referendum seeks to shorten residency requirement for citizenship, but may not reach required turnout
Russia said on Sunday that it was moving into Ukraine's eastern industrial Dnipropetrovsk region for the first time – a significant territorial escalation amid stalled peace talks.
The Ukrainian military says its new weapon system, which launches antiaircraft missiles from a remote-controlled speedboat, has brought down two Russian jet fighters.
Russia hits Kharkiv with a wave of air strikes, killing four people and injuring nearly 60, officials say.
The situation is miserable for refugees and a disaster for the West. Heartless as it sounds, we must change the legal framework and put an end to this
The annual festival follows the Hajj pilgrimage and commemorates sacrifice and submission to God.
Kharkiv’s mayor described Russia’s first strike, an overnight swarm of drones, bombs and missiles, as the “most powerful attack” on the city since the start of the war in Ukraine.
This hold-up to an exchange that both sides said would take place this weekend came hours Moscow's army launched a barrage of missiles, drones and bombs across Ukraine.
Transatlantic gap in stock performance this year is particularly wide in smaller stocks
Though the Sackler name was tarnished over Purdue Pharma’s role in the opioid crisis, Arthur Sackler’s should not be, she insisted; a company founder, he died well before the trouble began.
‘Too big to fail’ reforms come after bank’s rescue of main rival Credit Suisse
Arne Bye is sentenced to 21 years in prison for abusing his position to conduct inappropriate exams.
European football’s oldest and newest stars set to battle it out as UEFA’s secondary competition captures imagination.
Dozens queued up for one of two main courses on offer at the 6.90 restaurant: sausage and mashed potatoes, or vegetable lasagne, which both cost €6.90
The Russian central bank lowered its key interest rate for the first time since 2022 as inflation 'pressures' were 'continuing to decline.'
Travellers on short-haul flights would have to be delayed by four hours or more to get payout under new plan
The airstrikes on the southern outskirts of the Lebanese capital, an area where Hezbollah holds sway, were some of the heaviest since a U.S.-brokered cease-fire came into effect in November.
Alain Berset acknowledged growing criticism of the 75-year-old treaty, but said any changes must also respect ‘our core values’
Yasemin Acar, on board the Madleen flotilla, talks about the potentially deadly intimidation tactics they’re faced with.
The spat between the Tesla owner and the president exploded after Musk suggested Trump was mentioned in the Epstein files
Industry calls for Brussels to take urgent action with deliveries of some products increasing by more than 1,000 per cent
With inflation easing and growth stagnating, the central bank delivers its eighth consecutive cut amid rising trade tensions.
Trade, Ukraine and defence issues are likely to dominate the Oval Office meeting between Trump and Merz.
Trump says a call with the Russian president was a "good conversation" but would not lead to "immediate peace".
The Dutch government collapsed after Geert Wilders pulled away from ruling right-wing coalition.
President Trump spoke with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia amid escalating attacks between Russia and Ukraine, even as their officials have been engaged in direct talks.
On Wednesday, Putin thanked Leo for 'his willingness to contribute to a settlement' of the conflict, the Kremlin said. The afternoon phone call was the first between the US-born pope and Putin since Leo became head of the world's Catholics last month. After taking office, the pontiff offered to mediate between leaders of countries at war.
US president says after call with Russian counterpart that Moscow is not ready for ‘immediate peace’ with Kyiv
Synth-pop star, 65, announced his diagnosis on the band’s website and disclosed that he has had several brain surgeries
Two British prime ministers recognised Moscow’s fears over Nato expanding in eastern Europe – a major cause of the Ukraine war – files show.
Emmanuel Macron, France's centrist president, and Giorgia Meloni, Italy's far-right prime minister, held three hours of talks followed by dinner on Tuesday to discuss topics such as the Ukraine war and Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Chancellor lines up £113bn infrastructure investment package as part of next week’s government spending review
The Netherlands’ first far-right government fell after the populist leader Geert Wilders withdrew his party after a dispute about migration policy.
Host nation Germany face Portugal with Ronaldo and Fernandes set to start in first semifinal of UEFA Nations League.
The city’s food theme park is struggling to establish itself as rivals battle for the title
The decision, which sparked anger among Geert Wilders' coalition partners, will pave the way for new elections in the Netherlands.
Ruling could undermine central part of Friedrich Merz’s plan to cut immigration but government says it will stay the course
The strike set several aircraft on fire, video showed, and dealt a symbolic blow to Moscow’s relentless bombing campaign.
Karol Nawrocki’s election allows the hard right to undermine Donald Tusk’s agenda at every turn. Europe will watch anxiously as they slug it out
Elected president with nearly 51% of the vote, the nationalist conservative candidate will now have all the tools to paralyze the liberal, pro-European Union government, whose downfall he has promised.
Russia and Ukraine ended Istanbul talks without ceasefire, but agreed to swap prisoners and fallen soldiers.
Karol Nawrocki's new role is largely ceremonial, but he could still have a profound impact on Poland, including an early election.
Karol Nawrocki inches towards victory over centre-right rival Rafał Trzaskowski backed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk
The election between populist Karol Nawrocki and centrist Rafal Trzaskowski could paralyse the country with years of political infighting
Ukraine launched one of its broadest assaults of the war against air bases inside Russia, targeting sites from eastern Siberia to Russia’s western border.
The long-planned operation came at a delicate moment three years into Russia's invasion, just one day before a second round of planned peace talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials in Istanbul.
President Volodymyr Zelensky claims the operation is Ukraine's biggest long-range attack of the war so far.
The 12-person crew, which includes climate activist Greta Thunberg, expects to take seven days to reach Gaza.
Donald Trump's return to the White House helps Europe's nationalists and populists find their voice.
Paris Saint-Germain beat Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich – a record winning margin in the Champions League final.
Karol Nawrocki has more background in boxing than in politics but has a good chance of securing the highest office at the election on Sunday
A new security law passed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni increases sentences for certain acts including protests and strengthens protections for police officers accused of violence.
A new book, Decades of Deceit, pierces the veil of official secrecy around one of the darkest episodes of the Troubles.
Police raid municipal offices and charge dozens of officials with corruption
A runoff election on Sunday pits a centrist against a nationalist who represent mainstream parties. The outcome is unclear given that many under 30 prefer candidates on the political fringes.
Ultraconservative and populist parties unexpected surge in the first round of the Polish presidential election on May 18, especially among young voters, revealed a waning of the traditional polarization in Polish political life.
Russia says it is sending its negotiators to Turkey for a second round of ceasefire talks on 2 June.
Champions League trophy has been out of reach for PSG. That could change in Saturday’s final against Inter Milan.
A series of exchanges marked a new low point in the relationship between France and Israel, which accused the French president of “a crusade against the Jewish state.”
Default will not have wider implications for country’s bonds
British tourists had to lift their children to let them breathe in the passport hall
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Trump adviser says UK must pick between US economic model or EU’s ‘socialism.’ A leading adviser to the US president-elect, Donald Trump, has expressed the UK should align itself with the US “free enterprise” economic model instead
Pro-European candidate Nicusor Dan won Romania's presidential election on May 18, but his nationalist opponent, George Simion, rejected the result and accused France of interference and manipulation. He repeated the same arguments Romanian authorities had used in December 2024 to annul the initial vote, accusations that had previously targeted Russia.
Millions of voters, distrustful of the mainstream TV channels, have turned to a losing candidate on YouTube to guide their choice of president on Sunday
Pressure rises on organisation’s boss Daniel Kinahan, who remains in Dubai, as Sean McGovern is charged in Dublin
Prolific abuser Joel Le Scouarnec's 20-year sentence raises questions about whether French law is too lenient.
Thomas Barrack raised the American flag over the U.S. ambassador’s residence in Damascus, amid broader efforts by the Trump administration to improve ties.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, ASEAN, met for a high stakes summit.
Reorganisation of cyber and electronic military units will be crucial part of government’s strategic review
At least one person was missing after a landslide wiped out 90 percent of Blatten, which was home to roughly 300 residents who were evacuated on May 19.
A glacier’s collapse has devastated 90 per cent of Blatten as one person remains unaccounted for despite the area being evacuated in advance
The rabid misogynist and social media influencer Andrew Tate faces 10 charges in the UK, including rape, relating to three women. His brother has been accused of 11 similar charges against one woman. Both men have denied all charges against them.
Seven people died when an overcrowded boat of migrants capsized upon reaching a dock in the Canary Islands.
Friedrich Merz said earlier there were "no longer" any range restrictions on weapons supplied by Kyiv's Western allies.
President Trump warned Vladimir Putin that he was 'playing with fire' and is weighing new sanctions against Moscow over the Ukraine war.
Global football giants Barcelona have announced a new six-year deal with 17-year-old Spanish international Lamine Yamal.
Big players in the crypto sector argue that new European cryptocurrency rules may be enabling recent abductions and are demanding changes and more security.
The president says that he and his wife were ‘simply joking’, but their ‘moment of togetherness’ has resulted in nine hot gossiping points
Industry welcomes drive to unblock development but warns mortgage lending reform is still needed
The proposals still have to go before the upper house and supporters hope it will become law by 2027.
Almost 50 people, including four children, were injured on Monday after a driver plowed into a crowd that had been celebrating Liverpool F.C.’s Premier League title.
Merseyside force says incident is not being treated as terrorism after Starmer describes scenes as ‘appalling’
A car hit multiple people during Liverpool FC’s victory parade in Liverpool, UK. Police say a man has been arrested.
Swimmers found the unnamed man unresponsive in the water and tried to revive him
The European Central Bank president criticized the US president over his claim that the bloc was formed to 'screw' the United States. Trump made the comments earlier this year as he threatened to hit the EU with hefty tariffs.
Trump stepped up his criticism of the Russian president after a weekend of major drone and missile attacks on Ukraine.
Von der Leyen says Brussels ready to move ‘swiftly and decisively’ after ‘good call’ with US president
United finish with their lowest football standing in the Premier League era as Newcastle confirm Champions League spot.
At least 12 people were reported killed in Ukraine, with 13 regions hit by Russian air strikes.
Tactics (ep 1). Le Monde takes a look at how bomb optimization techniques are shaping Russia's strategy in Ukraine for the first installment of our 'Tactics' series on the transformation of modern warfare.
An hourslong assault on Ukraine by Russia with missiles and drones underscored how months of diplomatic efforts to broker a cease-fire have failed to yield a breakthrough.
The British boat, known as the Lady T, could be seized for entering France’s exclusive maritime zone
The trial of France's most prolific known paedophile comes to an end this week amid widespread frustration.
The film is inspired by dissident director Jafar Panahi’s own experience in jail.
Director who was imprisoned twice for his beliefs claims Palme d’Or for It Was Just an Accident
Two former Russian Army soldiers share their experiences in Ukraine and the reasons that drove them to leave their country, despite the risks involved.
US president has shifted the focus of his offensive from Beijing to Brussels
An arson attack and damage to a transmission tower cut off power in the area, the authorities said. The festival’s closing ceremony on Saturday is scheduled to proceed normally.
A 39-year-old woman has been arrested and is understood to have acted alone with no "political motive", German police say.
Trial featured emotional testimony from Kardashian, who said the robbery was traumatising but forgave ringleader.
Bloc vows to ‘defend our interests’ in response to US president’s escalation
According to the German daily newspaper 'Bild,' several injured people had life-threatening injuries. Hamburg police said the suspect had been apprehended.
Four of the victims are in critical condition. The police say they believe a 39-year-old woman carried out the attack, for which no motive has yet been given.
Woman detained after attack, according to local reports
The distributor Neon has been on a run at the Cannes Film Festival, and it has three movies, including “Sentimental Value,” considered front-runners.
Summit makes little progress on how to respond to Donald Trump’s trade war
Syrians are hoping sanctions relief will help boost investment, reconstruction after more than a decade of civil war.
The report warns of the Muslim Brotherhood infiltrating public bodies like schools and local government.
Workers born after 1970 have been told they need to keep going for another three years — and many are not happy
After the UK government's negotiations to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius were blocked by a last-minute injunction, a UK court lifted the ban on the deal, which also provides for leasing a key US-UK military base.
Brennan Johnson scores the only goal as Tottenham beat Man Utd to lift the cup and qualify for the Champions League.
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh to appear in court in London next month over allegations of waving a Hizbollah flag at a concert
Nero made a break from his carrier 180 miles from home while travelling with his owner who has since spent 43 weekends trying to find him
Freddy Lim, the founder and lead singer of Chthonic, is well known in Finland, a heavy metal capital of the world.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the gunfire as 'unacceptable' and said he would summon the Israeli ambassador 'to offer an explanation.'
Andriy Portnov, 51, had just dropped his children off when he was attacked.
Deputy prime minister’s ideas suggest deep divisions at top of UK government over economic policy
Russian-German dual citizens appear in a Munich court charged with planning arson attacks on infrastructure
Banu Mushtaq’s “Heart Lamp,” translated by Deepa Bhasthi, had received little notice in Britain or the United States before Tuesday. Now, it’s won the major award for translated fiction.
The Trump administration had halted US grants to the Cold War-era broadcaster over accusations of liberal bias.
Outlet is one of several media services whose funding was cut by Trump administration amid aggressive downsizing effort.
One couple died after being trapped by rising waters in a resort town; a third victim died in their car.
President Trump once vowed to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine in 24 hours. Now he says the two sides should work it out themselves.
After a phone call with Putin, the US leader seems ready to ditch his vow to end Russia’s war on its neighbour
The French president called on the European Union to abolish a directive on corporate sustainability that requires large companies to show supply chains upholding human rights and environmental standards.
US President Donald Trump spoke with the leaders of both Ukraine and Russia in back-to-back calls.
The new centre promises investment and jobs for Finland’s small city of Kouvola, but poses a political headache for Helsinki
The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning.
The election has been dominated by issues such as housing and immigration and follows a decade of fragile governments.
The Eurosceptic George Simion wrote ‘I am the new president of Romania’ on X, but with votes almost counted his rival Nicusor Dan looked assured of victory
Defence and security pact to be announced on Monday, but haggling over details of revamped relationship continues
Dan gained more than 54% of the vote, while Trump admirer Simion secured close to 46%, according to nearly complete results.
Nicusor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, defeated George Simion, a nationalist aligned with President Trump who had been seen as the front-runner.
Romanian, Portuguese and Polish nationals have been casting their ballots, with millions of Europeans taking to the polls on Sunday.
The first round of the Polish presidential election on Sunday, May 18, presents Poles with a clear choice: Do they want to live in a liberal democracy or a semi-authoritarian populist regime?
A Russian drone strike hit Ukraine’s Sumy region hours after first direct talks in three years.
Traditionalists are fighting fast food and fast drink in a region where sommeliers are proud of their personal touch
The US president said the pair would speak on Monday, and he would later talk to Ukraine's President Zelensky.
26-year old arrested at Luton airport on Saturday after Ukrainian national was charged this week
Post Office Money report finds Latvia’s capital most competitive on price
European leaders speak to US president after Russia-Ukraine talks fail to achieve major breakthrough.
His style as a poet and artist was informed by his upbringing in Shanghai and his years in Paris. He then joined the Pop-fueled studios of New York.
The bronze replica has been vandalised in Sevnica, Slovenia
Portuguese voters head back to the polls on Sunday, just a year after the last legislative elections, following the fall of the center-right government led by Luis Montenegro.
A date has been made for the swap but it's not being made public, Ukraine's defence minister says.
Barcelona win back the La Liga title from rivals Real Madrid with a 2-0 win at neighbours Espanyol.
The US secretary of state says he does not have high expectations for Ukraine-Russia peace talks due to be held in Turkey.
US president damps down expectations about Ukrainian-Russian talks in Turkey
His remarks, delivered to an audience abroad, stood out at a time when other superstar artists have seemed to mute their criticism of the president.
The latest move comes as global interest in the nuclear sector is at its highest since the oil crises of the 1970s, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Residents are taking shelter under their brollies — and not just from the deluge. They say birds on the rampage have been driven mad by the weather
Investigators say 80mph winds "violently" knocked over the vessel, causing it to flood within seconds.
Bayesian capsized last year when strong winds knocked it over, killing British tycoon and six others
An official report into last year’s yacht tragedy, which killed seven, found that the boat could easily capsize in high winds. Its towering mast made it more vulnerable.
Interim findings say the crew and owner were not told about specifications that made Mike Lynch’s superyacht more vulnerable to a freak storm
Defending champions Real Madrid come from behind to beat Mallorca and keep La Liga title defence alive.
Friedrich Merz's first speech as Germany's chancellor covered many topics, such as European and US unity on Ukraine, increased military spending, economic reform and the duty to prevent 'famine' in Gaza.
Several Whitehall offices in the capital to close by 2030 in major government shake-up
French actor Gérard Depardieu was found guilty on May 13 of sexually assaulting two women on a 2021 film set.
The American actor will hope to lure Italian productions to the US to boost American jobs
Russia has not yet said who it will send to Istanbul on Thursday and has refused to respond to ultimatums.
Peter Sullivan was found guilty of a brutal killing in 1987. But an appeals court overturned his conviction on Tuesday and ordered his immediate release.
After staying silent in response to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's use of refugees as blackmail, the European Union must stand with Turkish dissidents and democrats, argues Mustafa Kuleli, vice president of the European Federation of Journalists.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves threatens to mandate retirement schemes if they fall short of voluntary targets
A study by the Bertelsmann Foundation, published on Friday, confirms a trend that predates October 7. Only 36% of respondents today express a positive opinion of Israel, which is 10 points less than in 2021.
"I will be waiting for Putin in Türkiye on Thursday. Personally," the Ukrainian leader writes after Trump urged him to "have the meeting, now!"
Donald Tusk, the prime minister, said an investigation found that a devastating fire in a Warsaw shopping centre was orchestrated by Moscow
Protesters in Basel condemned Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
Damage was caused to the entrance of a property belonging to the prime minister in Kentish Town, but nobody was hurt, the police said.
Hotel receptionist who was forced at gunpoint to lead thieves to reality TV star’s flat says she was ‘in state of hysteria’
Offer comes after Trump insists Ukrainian president should ‘immediately’ agree to negotiate with the Russian leader
His longtime career in the Foreign Service included protecting Vaclav Havel, the writer and dissident who became the first president of the Czech Republic.
"I will be waiting for Putin in Türkiye on Thursday. Personally," the Ukrainian leader writes after Trump urged him to "have the meeting, now!"
Ukrainian president proposes face-to-face meeting after Russian leader suggests two sides hold talks in Turkey
Kylian Mbappe scores all Real Madrid’s goals in a 4-3 defeat as Barcelona place one hand on the LaLiga title.
The new pope called for a 'genuine, just and lasting peace' between Kyiv and Moscow on Sunday. Francis had more often urged immediate peace and asked Ukraine to show 'the courage of the white flag.'
Republicans see the former president’s Trump-loving son as a potential saviour
She never spoke of her experience until after her husband’s death, when she returned to Berlin with a mission to tell her story, and to teach tolerance.
Leaders of Britain, France, Germany and Poland told Russian president to accept unconditional 30-day ceasefire by Monday or face increased sanctions and weapons transfers to Ukraine
Untouched geography, high-altitude flora and Caucasian bees combine to produce honey that has become one of the most expensive in the world
Addressing a meeting of cardinals two days after being elected the 267th pope, Leo XIV pledged to follow Francis's legacy, uphold social justice and confront the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence and modern labor shifts.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti refuses to comment on job speculation before potential El Clasico LaLiga decider.
German chancellor Friedrich Merz joins French, British and Polish leaders in show of solidarity with Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Pope Leo XIV voted in Democratic primaries in 2008 and 2010 and in three Republican primaries in the years that followed, state records show.
German-born activist who ‘gave our country the gift of reconciliation’ had been due to receive Germany’s highest award, the Grand Cross of Merit
The Dutch man, 39, had been working underwater in Sicily during operations to raise British tech tycoon’s vessel
German chancellor Friedrich Merz joins French, British and Polish leaders in show of solidarity with Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Al Jazeera takes a look at the fourth El Clasico of the season, and one that is set to be pivotal for the LaLiga title.
Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff.
The Chinese president is in Moscow to attend the May 9 military parade alongside his Russian counterpart. While Moscow engages in discussions with the Trump administration, Beijing focuses on strengthening its alliance with Russia.
Fans from both teams seemed to claim him as their own, but his brother had the final answer.
Merz spoke with Trump by phone for the first time, which went 'very well,' according to Stefan Kornelius, a government spokesperson. The new German Chancellor also spoke with Zelensky on Thursday and reaffirmed Germany's solidarity with and support for Ukraine, the rep added.
Al Jazeera looks at Pope Leo’s views, background and his journey from Chicago to the top of the Catholic Church.
Successor to Pope Francis becomes first US pontiff, although he is also a Peruvian citizen
Surprise success of a cardinal seen as an heir to Pope Francis could put the Catholic Church at odds with the Trump administration
"Peace be with all of you," the new Pope tells huge crowds gathered at the Vatican.
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Vatican City’s St Peter’s Square as cardinals voted in first ballot.
EU members are bound by spending rules obliging them to keep the public deficit below 3% of economic output and debt at 60% of GDP. But the EU can suspend the rules in exceptional circumstances and crises, as it did during the coronavirus pandemic when states had to prop up their embattled economies.
The meeting to elect the next pope starts May 7
After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney at around 9pm local time.
Trump says ‘it’s possible that’s right’ about the vice-president’s remarks amid frustrations with Russia
Inter Milan take their Champions League semifinal in record-equalling 7-6 aggregate score against Barcelona at San Siro.
Raffaele Mincione is the London banker embroiled in a Vatican financial scandal that’s already sparked the downfall of a senior cardinal
A “serial business creator” and owner of a fish smokery on Colonsay, population 125, says he’s willing to give away his business, free.
Germany’s new chancellor issued warning after far-right AfD received strong backing from Donald Trump allies
The conservative leader is sworn in, having won a parliament vote to become chancellor at the second attempt.
The UAE-brokered swap comes amid stalled peace talks and as Moscow prepares for its May 9 parade to mark 80 years since the defeat of Nazi Germany.
The Vatican announced late on Monday, May 5, that it would cut the phone signal within the tiny city state from 3:00 pm (1300 GMT) on Wednesday until a new pope is elected.
Gérald Darmanin, now justice minister, called the night of the 2022 Champions League final ‘the biggest failure’ of his career
Marcel Ciolacu told his colleagues their government had no credibility after presidential elections.
Nives Monda, who runs a restaurant in Naples, was accused of antisemitism in a video on social media
5 pro-Palestine protestors were arrested after disrupting a World War II anniversary event in Wageningen, Netherlands.
Chrissie Tully gave birth to a son 76 years ago in an Irish home for single mothers, shrouded in secrecy and shame. She’s still waiting for him.
Seventh season of hit ‘slow TV’ show followed annual trek of moose (or elk) heading to summer pastures
An earlier vote was scrapped over allegations of Russian meddling
The anniversary of the end of the Nazi era comes at a pivotal time for Germans. The last of the survivors, liberators and perpetrators are dying, as the far right is becoming more established.
Comments aired ahead of Putin’s three-day ceasefire; Zelenskyy says he does ‘not believe’ Russia will stick to pledge.
The previous election held last year was canceled over alleged Russian interference and disinformation campaigns. A high-stakes runoff will be held on May 18.
Romania's previous presidential election was cancelled over allegations of campaign fraud and Russian interference.
Castel Gandolfo lost 90 per cent of its business when late pontiff said it was too luxurious for him. Now Italians are losing faith too
As Italian and generally Western clergy lose influence within Vatican institutions, Italians hope that one of their three cardinals will succeed Pope Francis.
Turkish president at odds with thousands of Turkish Cypriots who object to his attempts to undermine their secular way of life
Germany's foreign office says history shows that right-wing extremism "needs to be stopped", after criticism from the White House.
Foreign Minister Araghchi insists Iran’s nuclear activities are civilian in nature.
For countries that depend heavily on oil revenue, dropping prices are worrisome.
A high-ranking Nazi claimed on his deathbed that Hitler personally ordered the mass murder of Jews
The car rammed into a group of people in the central Olgaeck area of Stuttgart, a city in south-west Germany. Police have warned people to avoid the city center, and said there were 'no indications of an attack.'
A representative of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition accused “Israel or one of its allies” of an alleged drone attack.
Upgrade from ‘suspected’ threat will mean greater surveillance of party that came second in last election
As Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has been Donald Trump’s reliable echo on issues like Iran, Ukraine and Gaza. But Steve Witkoff, the president’s friend, remains the chief negotiator.
The AfD came second in Germany's February elections and has a record number of seats in the new parliament.
Bruno Fernandes scores twice as Man Utd seal game in first half in Bilbao, where Athletic Club were reduced to 10 men.
Kosmos 482, weighing 500kg, was meant to land on Venus in the 1970s but it never made it out of orbit because of a rocket malfunction
The use of name tags before the process commences on May 7 signals the clergymen will get to know each other
In an unseasonably hot week, readings from one weather station in London had to be disqualified.
The White House has been pushing for the agreement as a prerequisite for further military assistance.
After an overnight strike, conducted using 170 drones, on cities such as Odesa, Kyiv, Sumy and Kropyvnytskyi, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for sanctions to pressure Russia and force it to negotiate.
Lamine Yamal scores once and hits the bar twice while helping Barcelona recover from two down in first leg in Spain.
Aldeas Scholas Film and Scorsese's Sikelia Productions, which announced the film on Wednesday, said the doc is 'a testament to the enduring belief that creativity is not only a means of expression but a path to hope and transformation.' The filmmakers say this is the Pope's final in-depth on-camera interview.
The White House had long been pushing for the deal as a prerequisite to further security assistance.
In the spirit of the eccentric 19th-century ruler, the colourful renovation was €35 million over budget
Norway’s state energy company’s $2.5bn project off coast of New York was almost a third finished
Paris Saint-Germain striker Ousmane Dembele hands his side advantage over Arsenal in Champions League semifinal.
Yunice Abbas, one of the so-called grandpa robbers, denies he saw himself as a ‘hero’ after he released a book about the 2016 incident
The Spanish grid operator said the preliminary assessment suggests there was no cyber attack.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on Tuesday, warned that the US will step back as mediators if no progress is made in the conflict. Russian President Vladimir Putin recently proposed a three-day ceasefire around Moscow's commemorations next week for the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, but Putin has rebuffed a Ukrainian-backed US call for a 30-day ceasefire.
Show dips into lucrative holiday market with butter-yellow, lilac and gold lamé outfits reflecting beauty of the backdrop
The four precious-metal processing plants in the country are experiencing high activity amidst a gold rush triggered by international instability.
In Spain and Portugal tens of millions were affected by the blackout, and the Spanish government declared a state of emergency
The blackout, blamed by operators on extreme temperature variations, left tens of millions across Spain and Portugal without power
Residents stuck on trains, phones not working, checkouts off: How a massive power cut caused chaos.
A mass blackout across Spain and Portugal left people stranded at train stations, airports, and in traffic on Monday.
Airstrike in Donetsk kills three and drone attack in Dnipro leaves one dead, according to local sources
Eight helicopters seized. Pilots accused of endangering tourists with reckless aerial tours over Pompeii
The Merseyside club was crowned Premier League champion on Sunday after a 5-1 win against Tottenham. Liverpool's record-equaling 20th English league title matched the achievement of its great rival Manchester United.
The US president says a deal is ‘very close ‘as he criticises Russia’s leader.
The US president says he fears the Russian leader is "tapping me along" given Moscow's strikes on Kyiv earlier this week.
Fierce rivals go the distance in middleweight bout as their famous fathers watch on at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
After a vineyard buying spree, demand for French wine is waning in China and estate prices are withering in the region as châteaux are put up for sale
The US president says he fears the Russian leader is "tapping me along" given Moscow's strikes on Kyiv earlier this week.
Several hundred supporters walked peacefully through the center of London, from Parliament to the headquarters of oil and gas giant Shell. The environmental group announced in March it would halt its headline-grabbing protests.
Italy’s interior minister says 400,000 mourners in St Peter’s Square and surrounding area for funeral of Pope Francis
Real Madrid shun all pre-Copa del Rey activities after referee for final stages his own news conference on Friday.
From monarchs and presidents to migrants and the homeless, the seating plan at the funeral tells a story of humility, inclusion and quiet diplomacy
Vladimir Putin's aide says the two discussed the possibility of Russia and Ukraine resuming direct talks.
Experts hope vessel’s old timbers and nails will help shed light on how boats were built during medieval period
Over 128,000 people have already paid their last respects to Francis, whose coffin will be closed at 8 pm local time in a ceremony attended by senior cardinals.
Byers, 27, from Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, died at Val Thorens ski resort in southwest France last week
Two Bayeux scholars at loggerheads over whether dangling shape depicts dagger or the embroidery’s 94th phallus
Al Jazeera’s lowdown on the boxers, the family rivalry fuelling the bout, the controversies and fight night details.
The overnight strikes killed at least eight people and injured 77 more, local officials have said.