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Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits

NATO is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that

Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google gets pointers from EU regulators on helping AI rivals access services

Alphabet's Google was given pointers by EU antitrust regulators on Monday on how to help online search rivals and artificial intelligence developers

Google gets pointers from EU regulators on helping AI rivals access services
Africa|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Marathon record-breaker says he underwent strict testing regime before smashing 2-hour barrier

Sabastian Sawe hopes the stringent testing regime he underwent before becoming the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in marathon running will prove to the world he is competing clean

Marathon record-breaker says he underwent strict testing regime before smashing 2-hour barrier
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Five stand trial in Germany over attack on Israeli defence company office

Five people appeared in court in Stuttgart on Monday on charges of causing about 1 million euros ($1.17 million) of damage at the German site of an Israeli defence

Five stand trial in Germany over attack on Israeli defence company office
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson

Britain's parliament will vote on Tuesday on a possible inquiry into Prime Minister Keir Starmer, looking at whether he misled the House of Commons over

UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|World

Swiss money laundering trial of Uzbekistan's Karimova and Lombard Odier begins

The trial of Gulnara Karimova, daughter of a former Uzbek president, and Swiss private bank Lombard Odier on money laundering charges began on Monday in Switzerland's

Swiss money laundering trial of Uzbekistan's Karimova and Lombard Odier begins
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé diagnosed with hamstring injury 2 weeks ahead of Spanish league clasico against Barcelona

Real Madrid says star forward Kylian Mbappé has injured his left hamstring, putting in doubt his participation in the Spanish league clasico in two weeks

Mbappé diagnosed with hamstring injury 2 weeks ahead of Spanish league clasico against Barcelona
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area

Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern city of Odesa has wounded 14 people including two children

Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds

Top EU officials and Hungary's incoming government will discuss on Wednesday the changes Budapest needs to push through to release 17 billion euros in EU funds that have

Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday Iran's leadership was humiliating the United States and getting U.S. officials to travel

Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Venice’s La Fenice theater drops incoming music director after months of protests

Venice’s La Fenice opera house is cutting ties with incoming music director Beatrice Venezi

Venice’s La Fenice theater drops incoming music director after months of protests
Europe|Political|World

Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile

Russia's foreign ministry said on Monday it had summoned the German ambassador over a meeting in Kyiv between a German lawmaker and a Chechen separatist who Moscow says

Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may have to accept that parts of its territory could remain outside Kyiv's control in a future peace deal

Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house

Argentina's assembly of Catholic bishops called for dialogue to find a prompt resolution to the government's decision to block the entry of accredited journalists to government

Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year

The European Union on Monday extended its sanctions against Myanmar until at least May 2027, in an effort to maintain pressure on the country's military rulers more than

EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

UK retail sales tumble by most in over 40 years, CBI survey shows

British retailers reported the broadest year-on-year decline in sales in more than 40 years as the Iran war raised households' inflation fears, a survey

UK retail sales tumble by most in over 40 years, CBI survey shows
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

How the intensely private Melania Trump faced a ‘traumatic experience’ on the public stage

How the intensely private Melania Trump faced a ‘traumatic experience’ on the public stage

How the intensely private Melania Trump faced a ‘traumatic experience’ on the public stage
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition

Romania's largest party in parliament, the Social Democrats, will team up with the hard-right opposition Alliance for Uniting Romanians in a bid to topple the pro-

Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition
Business|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle

Farmers in Vermont expected a sheep to have twins. She ended up having rare sextuplets

A sheep at Clover & Bee Farm in Underhill, Vermont, gave birth to a rare batch of six lambs earlier this month

Farmers in Vermont expected a sheep to have twins. She ended up having rare sextuplets
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

A fragile hold: Five questions for the ECB

The European Central Bank meets on Thursday, with an Iran war

A fragile hold: Five questions for the ECB
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

European shares edge lower as US-Iran talks stall; central bank meetings in focus

European shares started the week on a subdued note as investors braced for a packed schedule of central bank meetings, and worries over stalled U.S

European shares edge lower as US-Iran talks stall; central bank meetings in focus
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King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds

German consumer sentiment is expected to worsen heading into May as households' income expectations have become bleaker in the face of rising inflation, driven higher by

Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB survey shows scant signs of second round inflation effects

Euro zone firms expect inflation to surge in the near term on the war in Iran but longer-term bets remained steady and wage growth is actually seen moderating, the

ECB survey shows scant signs of second round inflation effects
Economy|Europe|World

Rents in Germany climb in first quarter, property prices stay flat, IW says

German rents kept rising sharply in the first quarter of 2026 while residential property prices largely stagnated, according to the IW Housing Index,

Rents in Germany climb in first quarter, property prices stay flat, IW says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Hormuz and hyperscalers

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook While U.S.-Iran talks have stalled, and next to no oil is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz, stock markets'

Hormuz and hyperscalers
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Eutelsat CEO says US demand holds despite SpaceX push to curb European rivals 

Demand for alternative satellite services from U.S. businesses and the Pentagon is resilient despite SpaceX's request to U.S. regulators to restrict access

Eutelsat CEO says US demand holds despite SpaceX push to curb European rivals 
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Kia CEO signals price cuts in Europe to fend off Chinese competition

South Korea's Kia Corp has reduced price gaps with Chinese rivals in Europe this year, its CEO said, signalling a price war as Chinese carmakers ramp up their push into a

Kia CEO signals price cuts in Europe to fend off Chinese competition
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary

Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia have killed at least 16 people

Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World

DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family

The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner referred to himself as a “Friendly Federal Assassin” in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting

DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them

More often than not, big stories happen out of the sight of journalists

The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting

King Charles' state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by

King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting
Europe|Sports|World

Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

Sabastian Sawe of Kenya has become the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in the marathon in a huge moment in sports history

Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal capitalizes on Lyon blunders to win 2-1 in Women's Champions League semifinals

Arsenal has benefited from two defensive blunders to rally for a 2-1 win over Lyon in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League semifinals and keep on course to defend its title

Arsenal capitalizes on Lyon blunders to win 2-1 in Women's Champions League semifinals
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City

Chelsea’s season might be unraveling but it will still include an appearance in the FA Cup final

Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City
Asia|Europe|Sports

Bernd Wiesberger rallies to win China Open for first European title since returning from LIV Golf

Bernd Wiesberger is finally a winner again on the European tour

Bernd Wiesberger rallies to win China Open for first European title since returning from LIV Golf
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war

Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia's four-year war could spark a repeat of the world's

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S.

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims

Switzerland will charge Rome for the costs its health system sustained to treat Italian nationals wounded in the New Year's Eve fire at the Crans-Montana ski resort,

Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week

Hungary's incoming prime minister Peter Magyar said on Sunday he would go to Brussels on Wednesday for informal talks with European Commission President Ursula von der ​

Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week
Crime|Europe|Political

Car bomb explodes outside Northern Ireland police station

Bombers have targeted a police station in Northern Ireland for the second time in less than a month

Car bomb explodes outside Northern Ireland police station
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Despite Russia’s war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil

Ukrainians gathered in the city of Slavutych to remember those affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 40 years ago

Despite Russia’s war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

A climber left his girlfriend to die on Austria’s tallest mountain. Now other stories of ‘Alpine divorce’ are emerging

A climber left his girlfriend to die on Austria’s tallest mountain. Now other stories of ‘Alpine divorce’ are emerging

A climber left his girlfriend to die on Austria’s tallest mountain. Now other stories of ‘Alpine divorce’ are emerging
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds

King Charles III embarks on a state visit to the U.S. on Monday, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations

Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World

Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery

In the weeks after the April 26, 1986, explosion and fire at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, it was difficult to get any information about the scope of the disaster, aside from terse announcements from the government of the Soviet Union

Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery
Europe|Political|World

Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows

Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) rose to a record 28% in the latest weekly INSA voting intention poll published on Saturday, widening

Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people

Russian forces pounded the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Saturday in waves of attacks with drones and missiles that also

Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people
Europe|Sports|World

Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League

Manchester City is headed back to another FA Cup final

Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s 'national side'

Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will not take his seat in parliament after a landslide election loss

Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s 'national side'
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

Romania recovered fragments of two drones after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, its defence ministry said in statements on Saturday, while the

Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia

China's commerce ministry on Saturday expressed "firm opposition" to the European Union's inclusion of Chinese entities in its 20th round of sanctions against Russia,

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
Europe|Political|World

Slovenian president tells lawmakers to nominate PM able to form coalition

Slovenia was left without a prime minister-designate in the wake of last month's election after President Natasa Pirc Musar said on Saturday she would not nominate one

Slovenian president tells lawmakers to nominate PM able to form coalition
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks

Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least five people and wounded 46 in Dnipro and other areas of Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone hits apartment building in Russian city of Yekaterinburg, local official says

A Ukrainian drone hit a multi-storey apartment building in Russia's fourth-largest city, Yekaterinburg, the regional governor said on Saturday, in the first attack on the city

Ukrainian drone hits apartment building in Russian city of Yekaterinburg, local official says
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

A $40 hotel room in central London? Of course there’s a catch

A $40 hotel room in central London? Of course there’s a catch

A $40 hotel room in central London? Of course there’s a catch
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

Romania recovered drone fragments in the southeastern city of Galati after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, with an electricity pole and a household

Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Turkey could consider taking part in demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz following a possible peace agreement

Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US

The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested

Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Fitzpatrick brothers pull within shot of Smalley and Springer at Zurich Classic

Brothers Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick combined for a seven-under 65 in alternate shot play Friday to pull them within one stroke of leaders Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer through two rounds at the Zurich Classic

Fitzpatrick brothers pull within shot of Smalley and Springer at Zurich Classic
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister

U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the United States of abandoning internationally recognised diplomatic conventions in pursuit of its own interests, particularly in

Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests
Europe|Political|World

Trump tells Reuters he will discuss digital tax, NATO with King Charles

U.S.

Trump tells Reuters he will discuss digital tax, NATO with King Charles
Europe|Political|World

Argentina calls for renewed negotiations over Falkland Islands

Argentina's government on Friday reiterated its willingness to resume bilateral negotiations with the United Kingdom in regards to a sovereignty dispute over the

Argentina calls for renewed negotiations over Falkland Islands
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland

Nottingham Forest has taken a huge step toward ensuring its Premier League survival by beating Sunderland 5-0 away from home

Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland
Europe|Sports|World

Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli

Scott McTominay has scored and missed a penalty and Napoli has beaten relegation-threatened Cremonese 4-0 in Serie A

Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine, Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each in US, UAE-facilitated exchange

Ukraine and Russia conducted a prisoner of war swap on Friday, sending back 193 captured personnel each in an exchange both sides said was facilitated by the United

Ukraine, Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each in US, UAE-facilitated exchange
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Deutsche Boerse CEO warns against 24/7 trading as Wall Street gears up for it

Trading stocks round-the-clock, seven days a week could damage markets by fragmenting liquidity, German exchange operator

Deutsche Boerse CEO warns against 24/7 trading as Wall Street gears up for it
Europe|Health|Sports

Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz out of French Open due to wrist injury

Carlos Alcaraz won’t play for a third successive French Open title due to a right wrist injury

Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz out of French Open due to wrist injury
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy

European Union countries agreed on Friday to keep pushing for a global price on shipping's CO2 emissions in U.N. talks next week,

EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy
Environment|Europe|World

France kept climate change off G7 agenda to avoid clash with US

France wound up a meeting of G7 environment ministers on Friday defending its "pragmatic" decision to keep climate change off the agenda to avoid a clash with the U.S. U.S.

France kept climate change off G7 agenda to avoid clash with US
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says
Business|Economy|Europe

European equities log steep weekly losses with no resolution to MidEast conflict

European shares posted a sharp weekly loss on Friday, as investors worried about risks to growth and inflation with energy supplies still

European equities log steep weekly losses with no resolution to MidEast conflict
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out

The PGA of America has confirmed an AP report that Jim Furyk is the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain

Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16

Norway said on Friday it would present a bill in parliament by year-end to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, making technology companies responsible

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Merz floats sanctions relief for Iran peace deal, other EU leaders cautious

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Friday that the European Union could ease sanctions on Tehran as part of a comprehensive deal that would end the Iran war,

Merz floats sanctions relief for Iran peace deal, other EU leaders cautious
Crime|Europe|Political|World

European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) said it had opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, Britain's former ambassador to the U.S. and an ex-EU

European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kosovo court jails three men for 2023 terror attack near Serbia's border

A court in Pristina on Friday convicted three men on terrorism charges over a 2023 attack in northern Kosovo when Serb gunmen stormed a village and battled police in a

Kosovo court jails three men for 2023 terror attack near Serbia's border
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Luxury group Cucinelli tightens controls on sanctions compliance after allegations

Luxury group Brunello Cucinelli has strengthened its controls to monitor compliance with European Union sanctions on Russia, its 2025 annual report shows, following

Luxury group Cucinelli tightens controls on sanctions compliance after allegations
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo condemns Iran’s killing of protesters but says he cannot support war

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday denounced the Iranian regime’s killing of protesters but stressed that, “as a pastor,” he cannot support the US-Israeli war with Iran.

Pope Leo condemns Iran’s killing of protesters but says he cannot support war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is declining to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Norway should use wealth fund for aid due to oil price rise in Iran war, Egeland says

Norway should use some of the income from its $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, to help civilians suffering from the war in Iran,

Norway should use wealth fund for aid due to oil price rise in Iran war, Egeland says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks

The chief of Europe’s securities regulator said the risks from and potential speed of cyberattacks are growing, joining a chorus

Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks
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The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life

The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life

The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Poland says it will challenge Mercosur trade deal in EU's top court

Poland will file a complaint to the European Union's top court about the bloc's free trade agreement with South America, Deputy Prime Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz

Poland says it will challenge Mercosur trade deal in EU's top court
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Porsche to sell stake in sports car maker Bugatti

Porsche will sell its stakes in sports car makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund linked to Egypt's billionaire Sawiris family, the companies

Porsche to sell stake in sports car maker Bugatti
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Swiss National Bank defends investment approach after calls to ditch Palantir stake

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel defended the central bank's investment approach on Friday, after campaigners from Minneapolis called on the

Swiss National Bank defends investment approach after calls to ditch Palantir stake
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Danish government talks deadlocked one month after election

Talks on forming a new Danish government are in stalemate one month on from the country's parliamentary election, slowing

Danish government talks deadlocked one month after election
Europe|Political|World

What to know about the Falkland Islands as US considers reassessing position

The United States could seek to punish Britain for its lack of support on the Iran war by reviewing its position on London's claim to the Falkland Islands

What to know about the Falkland Islands as US considers reassessing position
Europe|Sports|World

Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia

First came the racist abuse against Vinícius Júnior

Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Key ECB policymaker comments in run up to April 30 meeting

The following are key comments from European Central Bank policymakers in the run-up to the April 30 meeting.

Key ECB policymaker comments in run up to April 30 meeting
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries

Russia said on Friday that new European Union sanctions on its oil and gas would hurt developing countries and the EU itself, and promised to retaliate.

Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's approval rating has fallen for a seventh week in a row to 65.6%, its lowest level since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022,

Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency

Moldova's parliament voted to lift the country's energy state of emergency from Saturday, which had been imposed after Russian attacks in neighbouring Ukraine knocked

Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency
Europe|Political|World

Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports

Europe's "biggest, most important question" is whether the United States is ready to be a loyal NATO partner in case of a Russian attack, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk

Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts

EU leaders have asked officials to prepare a blueprint for how the bloc's previously obscure mutual assistance clause would work,

EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Electrolux's shares fall 24% on US slump, $1 billion rights issue

Electrolux shares plunged 24% on Friday as weak U.S. demand hit its first-quarter results, hours after it announced a $1 billion rights issue and

Electrolux's shares fall 24% on US slump, $1 billion rights issue
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Putin returns 'Iron Felix' Dzerzhinsky to Russia's spy school

President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia's Federal Security Service's spy academy to carry the name of "Iron Felix" Dzerzhinsky, the founder of the

Putin returns 'Iron Felix' Dzerzhinsky to Russia's spy school
Crime|Europe|World

Russian attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills married couple, officials say

A Russian drone attack overnight on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa killed an elderly married couple and wounded more than a dozen others, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.

Russian attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills married couple, officials say
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Technology|World

Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti

Porsche has agreed to sell its stakes in sportscar makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund co-

Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor

Czech power company ČEZ has signed a deal with U.K. company Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for building the first small modular nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic

Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020

German business morale fell more than expected in April, as the Iran war made companies more pessimistic and threatened the long-awaited recovery of

German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales

British motorists worried about fuel price increases rushed to the pumps immediately after the start of the Iran war, pushing up total sales volumes

UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite

A spike in energy costs caused Spanish industrial prices to rise at their fastest rate in a year in March after falling for four consecutive months, the National Statistics

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite
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Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy

The Middle East conflict will lead to slower economic growth and higher inflation in Switzerland, but the Swiss National Bank has unrestricted scope to target

Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy
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Car parts group Forvia's sales dragged by weakness in China

Forvia said on Friday that a sharp sales decline in China caused a 2.2% drop in the French car parts supplier's first-quarter revenue, excluding currency translation effects.

Car parts group Forvia's sales dragged by weakness in China
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Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say

Stellantis will focus the majority of its investment on its core Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat brands under CEO Antonio

Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say
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French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy

French consumer confidence fell sharply in April, recording its largest drop since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, the INSEE official statistics agency said on Friday.

French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy
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SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel said the outlook for Switzerland's economy hinges on how long conflict-driven energy price pressures persist, warning that

SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth
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US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. weapon deliveries to Ukraine haven't stopped despite the Iran war

US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv
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German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand

Europe's largest software maker SAP on Thursday reported a 17% increase in first-quarter profit, beating estimates, due to strong growth in its cloud business.

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand
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Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal

Firefighters have brought under control a blaze that broke out at Russia's Black Sea Tuapse oil refinery after a Ukrainian drone attack, local officials said on Thursday.

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal
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European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears

Four European states have accused Russia of trying to destroy the memory of Soviet leader Josef Stalin's crimes against his own people after a monument to

European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says

Ukraine has developed interceptor drones that can be directed from a distance and are capable of hitting targets hundreds or thousands of kilometres away, Defence Minister

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says
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Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut

Jurors at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition said on Thursday they would not consider artists from countries whose leaders are facing charges

Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut
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2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people

Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people

2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people
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Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece

Greece will cease to be the euro zone's most indebted country by the end of this year as its public debt will fall below

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
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UK's Starmer worried by foreign-backed proxy attacks in Britain

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday he was "increasingly concerned" about a growing use of proxies by foreign states to carry out attacks in Britain,

UK's Starmer worried by foreign-backed proxy attacks in Britain
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Lamborghini deliveries and sales in Middle East at standstill, CEO says

Sales and deliveries by Italian luxury sports carmaker Lamborghini in the Middle East are at a standstill as conflict in the region forces dealership closures and blocks

Lamborghini deliveries and sales in Middle East at standstill, CEO says
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France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
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EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto

The European Union has approved a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for the next two years

EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto
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Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war'

Britain's Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Thursday and called on Russia's President Vladimir Putin to end the war - a week after a massive

Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war'
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Two Russian LGBT groups say courts declared them 'extremist'

Two Russian LGBT organisations said on Thursday they had been designated by separate courts as "extremist", part of a widening crackdown on the gay and transgender community.

Two Russian LGBT groups say courts declared them 'extremist'
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EU leaders to discuss mutual assistance pact amid NATO doubts

European Union leaders will discuss the bloc's mutual assistance clause at a summit in Cyprus on Thursday, as U.S.

EU leaders to discuss mutual assistance pact amid NATO doubts
Europe|World

Russia warns European states against hosting French nuclear bomber planes

Russia warned on Thursday that any European countries that accepted deployments of French nuclear-capable strategic bombers would make themselves targets for

Russia warns European states against hosting French nuclear bomber planes
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EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return

The Venice Biennale has lost 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in funding due to its decision to allow Russia to participate in the 61st contemporary art show

EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return
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UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel

The U.K. and French governments have signed a new multimillion-euro deal to reduce migrant crossings in the English Channel

UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel
Europe|Sports|World

Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan

The Olympic Games could return to Paris as soon as 2030

Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Mauritius tells UK it will wait until end-July for Chagos deal

Mauritius said it would wait up to the end of July for Britain to finalise a deal to hand over the Chagos Islands after London put the agreement on hold following

Mauritius tells UK it will wait until end-July for Chagos deal
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UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023

British consumer morale slid this month to its lowest since October 2023 as households ramped up their expectations for price rises, according to a survey on Thursday that added

UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023
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Son of former Shah of Iran appeals to Western countries for support

The son of the former Shah appealed to Western countries to join the war against Iran and criticised the decision of the German government not to meet him during his visit

Son of former Shah of Iran appeals to Western countries for support
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Milan tech firm Bending Spoons picks banks for $20 billion US listing, sources say

Bending Spoons, a European tech firm whose business model is based on reviving companies, has picked banks to organise a potential $

Milan tech firm Bending Spoons picks banks for $20 billion US listing, sources say
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Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy

The global economy is facing ever more tangible strains from the energy shock triggered by the Iran war

Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
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Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff

Slovakia and Hungary said they began receiving crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline on Thursday after a months-long outage that had blocked European Union aid to

Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff
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ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear

The European Central Bank will hold its deposit rate on April 30 but hike it in June, according to just over

ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out

Seven ministers from Romania's largest party, the Social Democrats, resigned from the pro-European coalition government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan on Thursday,

Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out
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UN weighs continued Lebanon presence after peacekeeping mission ends

Some form of ongoing U.N. presence might continue after a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon ends later this year, U.N. peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix

UN weighs continued Lebanon presence after peacekeeping mission ends
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Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue

Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue

Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue
Europe|Political|World

Italy's contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline

Italy's deal to send migrants to Albania while their asylum claims are processed is compatible in principle with EU rules, an adviser to the bloc’s top court said on

Italy's contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline
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Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says

The risk of Germany slipping into recession has risen sharply due to the Iran war, a study by the IMK institute seen by Reuters on Thursday showed, as higher energy prices

Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says
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Italy ready to deploy two minesweepers in Hormuz Strait, navy chief says

Italy is ready to deploy up to four vessels, including two minesweepers, as part of an international mission to clear the Strait of Hormuz, the navy's chief of staff said.

Italy ready to deploy two minesweepers in Hormuz Strait, navy chief says
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EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war

The approval of a 90-billion-euro European Union loan throws Ukraine a lifeline, averting deep cuts to public services, but Kyiv may need more money to meet

EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war
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Maggie Gyllenhaal to lead Venice Film Festival jury

Maggie Gyllenhaal is set to lead the main competition jury for the 83rd Venice International Film Festival

Maggie Gyllenhaal to lead Venice Film Festival jury
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Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out

Slovenia’s national broadcaster RTV Slovenia won’t air the Eurovision Song Contest this year after the small European country previously pulled out of the event over Israel’s participation

Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out
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Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8

Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8

Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8
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Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt

Italy may not be able to raise defence spending as planned due to growing economic and public finance difficulties plus the need to counter surging energy

Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt
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Partner of Princess Diana's brother settles lawsuit against his ex-wife

The partner of Princess Diana's brother has settled her lawsuit against his ex-wife for alleged misuse of private information after she disclosed her diagnosis of multiple

Partner of Princess Diana's brother settles lawsuit against his ex-wife
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EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning

When the European Union outlines looser state aid rules next week to help governments cushion the blow from energy prices driven

EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning
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UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings

Britain said on Wednesday it would pay France up to 660 million pounds ($892 million) under a three-year border security deal to curb illegal migrant crossings of the

UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings
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Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says

The Netherlands is facing the greatest threat to its national security since the end of World War Two, chiefly from Russia and China, against the

Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says
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Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival competition jury

U.S. director, actor, screenwriter and producer Maggie Gyllenhaal will head the main competition jury at this year's Venice Film Festival, organisers said on Thursday.

Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival competition jury
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Europe risks falling further behind in medicine race, warns Roche CEO

Europe risks falling further behind the United States and China in pharmaceutical research and innovation because of "mind-blowing"

Europe risks falling further behind in medicine race, warns Roche CEO
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Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety

Two container ships seized by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz with about 40 crew aboard have been taken toward

Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety
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China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn

International cyber agencies on Thursday urged organisations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity,

China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn
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ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder

Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against

ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder
Business|Europe|Technology

Tesla to create 1,000 new jobs in Germany, responding to Model Y demand

Tesla will create 1,000 new jobs at its German gigafactory by the end of June in order to increase weekly production by about 20% from the third quarter, a spokesperson

Tesla to create 1,000 new jobs in Germany, responding to Model Y demand
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UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs

British manufacturers have turned their most pessimistic since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the Iran war and a measure of the expectations for inflation has

UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs
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LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis 

Recovery hopes for the French luxury giant LVMH LVMH.PA hinge on the outcome of the crisis in the Middle East, CEO and controlling shareholder Bernard Arnault said on

LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis 
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Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 18 people, emergency service says

Two local trains collided head-on north of the Danish capital Copenhagen on Thursday, injuring 18 people, five of them critically,

Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 18 people, emergency service says
Europe|Sports|World

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer
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Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity

Finland will increase defence spending to 3.2% of gross domestic product by 2030, the government said, as it decided to cut other expenditure and drafted its budget for

Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity
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Santander suspends buyback pending shareholder approval of Webster deal in US

Santander will suspend its share buyback programme pending approval from U.S. lender Webster Financial's shareholders for a $12.2 billion takeover by the Spanish bank.

Santander suspends buyback pending shareholder approval of Webster deal in US
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Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows

Business activity in the euro zone suffered a surprise contraction in April with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran sapping demand as prices soared, a closely watched survey

Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows
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Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug

Swiss drugmaker Roche's first-quarter sales dropped by 5%, it said on Thursday, citing unfavourable foreign exchange effects that

Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug
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Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says

The world's No. 2 brewer Heineken said on Thursday energy costs and inflation - driven up by the war in Iran - could hit demand for its beers, though its

Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says
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French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows

Business activity in France's private sector contracted at its fastest pace in 14 months as a downturn in the services sector amid the Iran war outweighed stronger factory

French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows
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German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows

Germany's private sector contracted for the first time in almost a year in April as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery, hitting demand and

German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows
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Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists

European logistics companies are expected to report higher first-quarter profits, benefiting from the turmoil created by the U.S.-Israeli war

Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists
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How much risk can markets swallow?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's hard to pop the champagne when you're constantly looking over your shoulder.

How much risk can markets swallow?
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Renault Q1 sales beat forecasts on strong demand from partners

French automaker Renault on Thursday said first-quarter sales rose 7.3% from a year earlier, well above expectations, as a jump in

Renault Q1 sales beat forecasts on strong demand from partners
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A longer Iran conflict could boost risk for Ukraine securing missile defences, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine could face increased risks in securing U.S. anti-missile defences if the war in Iran goes on for an extended period of time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said

A longer Iran conflict could boost risk for Ukraine securing missile defences, Zelenskiy says
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Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup

Mexico's government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids

Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says he received summons in Russia addressed to 'suspect'

Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messenger app, said on Wednesday he had received a summons in Russia at an old address naming him as a "suspect" in a criminal

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says he received summons in Russia addressed to 'suspect'
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Kremlin says Putin can meet Zelenskiy only to agree final conflict arrangements

Russian President Vladimir Putin can only meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the purpose of finalising agreements on the conflict, Russian news agencies quoted

Kremlin says Putin can meet Zelenskiy only to agree final conflict arrangements
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief

Turkey is making efforts to revive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine and bring together the leaders of the warring sides, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told NATO

Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief
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'Lipstick effect' boosts L'Oreal sales as crisis-weary consumers turn to beauty

L'Oreal posted its fastest quarterly sales growth in two years on Wednesday and said it was optimistic about growth, despite growing concerns about a

'Lipstick effect' boosts L'Oreal sales as crisis-weary consumers turn to beauty
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis
Europe|Political|World

At far-right event, France's Bardella targets Spain over migrant amnesty

France's far-right National Rally would reintroduce border controls and seek to limit Europe’s free‑movement zone to EU

At far-right event, France's Bardella targets Spain over migrant amnesty
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Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba

Russia will stop the supply of Kazakh crude oil via the Druzhba pipeline to Germany from May 1, Deputy Prime Minister

Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU may let startups claim innovation benefits in M&A if Big Tech not involved

Startups claiming innovation benefits for their deals will likely secure speedy EU antitrust approval, but not if Big Tech is involved, a draft revamp of

EU may let startups claim innovation benefits in M&A if Big Tech not involved
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish prosecutor asks judge to close corruption probe into PM Sanchez's wife

A Spanish prosecutor has asked a judge to close a corruption investigation into the business dealings of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's wife, in a case brought by far‑

Spanish prosecutor asks judge to close corruption probe into PM Sanchez's wife
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Major Russian book publisher's staff questioned over 'LGBT propaganda'

One of Russia's largest publishers said on Wednesday that some staff were being questioned by authorities over possible "LGBT propaganda" in its book

Major Russian book publisher's staff questioned over 'LGBT propaganda'
Europe|Political|World

EU moves to start drafting Montenegro accession treaty

European Union countries decided to start work on drafting an accession treaty for Montenegro on Wednesday, marking a new phase in the country's path toward joining the

EU moves to start drafting Montenegro accession treaty
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Liam Rosenior fired as Chelsea manager after dreadful run and less than 4 months in job

Liam Rosenior has been fired as Chelsea manager after less than four months in the job and just four days before it plays in an FA Cup semifinal at Wembley

Liam Rosenior fired as Chelsea manager after dreadful run and less than 4 months in job
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Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile in early talks for mega merger, sources say

Deutsche Telekom is exploring a deal to combine with T-Mobile US and create a transatlantic

Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile in early talks for mega merger, sources say
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv

Russian oil flowed through the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba pipeline on Wednesday after a halt lasting months, officials

Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Del Vecchio heir lines up banks for 10 billion euro loan to triple Delfin stake

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has reached a preliminary agreement with banks for a 10-billion-euro ($11.7 billion) loan to buy out two of his siblings in the family holding

Del Vecchio heir lines up banks for 10 billion euro loan to triple Delfin stake
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's next government vows to open communist-era secret police archives

Hungary's new government will open up the historical archives of its communist-era secret police, according to the man who will run the office of Peter Magyar, winner of

Hungary's next government vows to open communist-era secret police archives
Europe|Interview|MidEast|Political|World

Cyprus president says the EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack

The president of Cyprus says fellow European Union leaders meeting on the island nation need to start preparing a playbook on what should happen if an EU country under attack puts out the call to bloc partners for help

Cyprus president says the EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says he has been sentenced to three years in prison in Algeria for his book “Houris.”

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says

EU ambassadors approved on Wednesday the disbursement of a promised 90 billion euro ($106 billion) loan to Ukraine as well as a new package of sanctions against Russia,

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says
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Czech public broadcaster unions issue strike warning over government's funding revamp

Unions at Czech Television and Czech Radio warned they were preparing to strike on Wednesday over what they see as a threat to their independence from planned government

Czech public broadcaster unions issue strike warning over government's funding revamp
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Italy cuts growth outlook, hikes deficit, debt as Iran war weighs

Italy on Wednesday cut its economic growth outlook and hiked forecasts for the budget deficit and public debt, reflecting surging energy

Italy cuts growth outlook, hikes deficit, debt as Iran war weighs
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|US|World

Virginia Evans and Susan Choi are among 6 finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction

Four debut novelists are among the six finalists for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction, announced Wednesday

Virginia Evans and Susan Choi are among 6 finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU close to approving a $106B loan for Ukraine after months of deadlock

The European Union is close to approving a 90 billion euro ($106 billion) loan package to support Ukraine’s military and financial needs for the next two years

EU close to approving a $106B loan for Ukraine after months of deadlock
Europe|Political|World

Turkey's foreign minister to visit Britain for talks on Iran, Ukraine, source says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will make an official visit to London this week for talks on the wars in Iran and Ukraine, a Turkish diplomatic source said on

Turkey's foreign minister to visit Britain for talks on Iran, Ukraine, source says
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

UK must brace for rise in state-backed cyberattacks, security chief says

Britain should brace for a rise in cyberattacks linked to hostile states, the head of the country's cybersecurity agency said on Wednesday, as the

UK must brace for rise in state-backed cyberattacks, security chief says
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EU envoys poised to adopt 20th package of Russia sanctions, diplomats say

European Union envoys are set to adopt a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, with Slovakia and Hungary expected to drop their opposition to the move

EU envoys poised to adopt 20th package of Russia sanctions, diplomats say
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European health chief says EU is at 'a critical point' in ensuring new drug access

Europe is at a critical juncture for ensuring future access to new drugs as U.S. pricing policies shake the sector, the head of the European Medicines

European health chief says EU is at 'a critical point' in ensuring new drug access
Business|Europe|Technology|World

ASML says firm will not be chip industry's bottleneck

Top computer chip equipment maker ASML will not be a bottleneck for the industry, as it was early in the decade, its CEO said on

ASML says firm will not be chip industry's bottleneck
Europe|Health|World

UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18s

Children in Britain who are 17 or younger, and anyone born in the future, will never be able to legally buy cigarettes after lawmakers approved new

UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18s
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UK consumers turn gloomiest about economy since records began in 1978

British consumers are gloomier about the economy than at any time since records began in 1978, according to a survey published on Wednesday that showed the Iran war and soaring

UK consumers turn gloomiest about economy since records began in 1978
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Italy's 2025 deficit-GDP ratio confirmed at 3.1%, in blow to PM Meloni

Italy posted a budget deficit of 3.1% of gross domestic product last year, statistics bureau ISTAT reported on Wednesday, confirming previous data and dashing Rome's hopes

Italy's 2025 deficit-GDP ratio confirmed at 3.1%, in blow to PM Meloni
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UK house prices rose by 1.2% in year to February, ONS says

British house prices rose by 1.2% in the year to February, after a 1.0% increase in the year to January, the Office for National Statistics said on Wednesday.

UK house prices rose by 1.2% in year to February, ONS says
Europe|World

Ukraine wants a Zelenskyy-Putin summit to jolt stalled US-led peace efforts

Kyiv’s top diplomat says Ukraine is pushing for direct talks between President Zelenskyy and Russian President Putin

Ukraine wants a Zelenskyy-Putin summit to jolt stalled US-led peace efforts
Europe|Political|World

Germany unveils military strategy but sticks to troop target

Germany set out a military strategy on Wednesday that sticks with a target of 260,000 active troops despite demands by senior military officials to raise total troop

Germany unveils military strategy but sticks to troop target
Economy|Europe|World

UK inflation, showing first hit from Iran war, jumps to 3.3%

British inflation rose to 3.3% in March from 3.0% in February, according to data showing the first impact on prices from the Iran war

UK inflation, showing first hit from Iran war, jumps to 3.3%
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a Zelenskiy-Putin meeting, FM says

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, its top diplomat said, as Kyiv seeks to reinvigorate

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a Zelenskiy-Putin meeting, FM says
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UK inflation rises as prices at the pump spike after Iran war

Inflation in the U.K. climbed in March, driven by a sharp rise in fuel prices following the Iran war

UK inflation rises as prices at the pump spike after Iran war
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Number of immigrants in EU reaches record high of 64.2 million in 2025, study shows

The number of immigrants residing in the European Union climbed to a record high of 64.2 million in 2025, up about 2.1 million from a year earlier,

Number of immigrants in EU reaches record high of 64.2 million in 2025, study shows
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Syrian minorities refused asylum in Europe as rejections surge

Armed men burst into the apartment where student Mohamad lived with his Alawite family in the Syrian city of Jableh on March 7 last

Syrian minorities refused asylum in Europe as rejections surge
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Most serious cyberattacks against the UK now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief says

The head of the U.K.'s National Cyber Security Centre warns that hostile nations like Russia, Iran and China are behind the most serious cyberattacks in the U.K. In a speech Wednesday, Richard Horne said British businesses need to prepare for large-scale cyberattacks, especially if the U.K. becomes involved in international conflicts

Most serious cyberattacks against the UK now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief says
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Indefinite ceasefire, markets unbothered

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee An indefinite ceasefire in the Middle East that may or may not be agreed by all parties but is mostly expected by markets is

Indefinite ceasefire, markets unbothered
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Victor Wembanyama has a concussion after falling face-first to court in loss to Blazers

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has a concussion

Victor Wembanyama has a concussion after falling face-first to court in loss to Blazers
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Vodafone offers small businesses cybersecurity, AI capability with Google tie-up

European mobile and broadband operator Vodafone said it would offer its small business customers advanced cybersecurity and agentic AI through its $1 billion strategic tie

Vodafone offers small businesses cybersecurity, AI capability with Google tie-up
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Consumer watchdog group files suit alleging Meta profited on ads for scams

The Consumer Federation of America has filed a class-action complaint against Meta Platforms alleging that the social-media giant has profited from advertising for

Consumer watchdog group files suit alleging Meta profited on ads for scams
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Teenager pleads guilty to arson that caused smoke damage at London synagogue

A teenager has admitted arson after an attack on a synagogue in London

Teenager pleads guilty to arson that caused smoke damage at London synagogue
Americas|Europe|Interview|Sports|World

Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz named Laureus Sportsman of the Year

The 22-year-old Spaniard was honored with the prestigious award in Madrid on Monday and caught up with World Sport's Amanda Davies at the Laureus World Sports Awards

Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz named Laureus Sportsman of the Year
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Russian official says Russians in Moldova's Transdniestria under threat

The safety of Russian citizens in Moldova's breakaway Transdniestria region is currently under threat and Moscow will take all steps to protect them, Sergei Shoigu, the

Russian official says Russians in Moldova's Transdniestria under threat
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Ukraine completes Druzhba pipeline repairs, hoping to unlock blocked EU loan

Ukraine has completed repairs on a damaged oil pipeline and is preparing to resume flows

Ukraine completes Druzhba pipeline repairs, hoping to unlock blocked EU loan
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Sullivan & Cromwell law firm apologizes for AI 'hallucinations' in court filing

Sullivan & Cromwell, a premier Wall Street law firm, apologized to a federal judge for submitting a court filing with inaccurate citations and

Sullivan & Cromwell law firm apologizes for AI 'hallucinations' in court filing
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ASM International forecasts second-quarter revenue that beats estimates

Computer chip equipment maker ASM International on Tuesday forecast stronger second-quarter revenue guidance than markets expected, after a

ASM International forecasts second-quarter revenue that beats estimates
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Mideast crises divide Europe as it grapples with rising fuel costs and policy toward Israel

Europe's top diplomats are meeting in Luxembourg to address multiple crises, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and economic instability due to the conflict in Iran

Mideast crises divide Europe as it grapples with rising fuel costs and policy toward Israel
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Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador

The former civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson’s appointment as U.K. ambassador to Washington says he felt pressure from the prime minister's office to rush through the appointment despite security concerns

Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador
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Italy to confirm 2026 deficit around 2.8% of GDP despite weaker growth

Italy aims to bring its budget deficit below the European Union's 3% of GDP ceiling this year despite a weakening growth outlook due surging energy costs

Italy to confirm 2026 deficit around 2.8% of GDP despite weaker growth
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Italy summons Russian ambassador over TV host insults to PM Meloni

Italy has summoned the Russian ambassador to protest against insults directed at Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by a pro-Kremlin Russian television host, Rome's foreign

Italy summons Russian ambassador over TV host insults to PM Meloni
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Britain’s royals remember Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday

Britain’s royals remember Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday

Britain’s royals remember Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday
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Lebanese state not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah but won't be intimidated, PM says

Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Tuesday his government was not seeking confrontation with Iran-backed Hezbollah, but would

Lebanese state not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah but won't be intimidated, PM says
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Seven arrested in London over foiled arson attack on Jewish community

Seven arrested in London over foiled arson attack on Jewish community

Seven arrested in London over foiled arson attack on Jewish community
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Minority rights resurface in Slovak-Hungarian relations after Magyar's win

The rights of Slovakia's ethnic Hungarian minority have resurfaced as a thorn in bilateral issues after Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar protested Slovak legislation

Minority rights resurface in Slovak-Hungarian relations after Magyar's win
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Chery plans smaller cars for Europe but timing still unclear, executive says

China's Chery Automobile is working to expand beyond its SUV-focused range to smaller cars to support its growth in Europe, but platform development has just started and

Chery plans smaller cars for Europe but timing still unclear, executive says
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EU imposes sanctions on two Russian entities it says are linked to disinformation

The European Council has imposed sanctions on two Russian entities that it said on Tuesday were linked to propaganda and disinformation from Moscow.

EU imposes sanctions on two Russian entities it says are linked to disinformation
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EU weighs more US jet fuel, cleaner aviation amid Iran war strains

The European Union will provide guidance to airlines on how to handle issues such as airport slots, passenger rights and public service obligations in the

EU weighs more US jet fuel, cleaner aviation amid Iran war strains
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New testimony raises pressure on UK's Starmer over choice of envoy to US

A former top foreign ministry official said on Tuesday he had faced "constant pressure" from Prime Minister Keir

New testimony raises pressure on UK's Starmer over choice of envoy to US
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Italy's Meloni pledges to amend disputed migrant repatriation bonus scheme

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday her government was prepared to make changes to a contested plan offering financial rewards to

Italy's Meloni pledges to amend disputed migrant repatriation bonus scheme
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EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action

European countries including Spain and Ireland pushed on Tuesday to suspend a pact governing the EU's ties with Israel but

EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action
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Romanian PM says he'll lead minority government after leftist Social Democrats walk out

Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Tuesday he will lead a minority government to ensure that reforms needed to tap European Union funds are met, in comments a

Romanian PM says he'll lead minority government after leftist Social Democrats walk out
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Kyiv shooter quarrelled with neighbour before attack, minister says

A gunman who killed seven people in a mass shooting in Kyiv on Saturday had quarrelled with his neighbour before he opened fire on passersby, public broadcaster Suspilne cited

Kyiv shooter quarrelled with neighbour before attack, minister says
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Italian mail blunder and mistrust hinder crackdown on Chinese gangs

China's formal reply to an Italian request for mutual legal assistance never made it past a Rome mailroom.

Italian mail blunder and mistrust hinder crackdown on Chinese gangs
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU expects first loan tranche to Ukraine end-May/early June - Dombrovskis

Ukraine's funding needs for 2026 are covered, a senior EU official said, with the EU likely to make the first disbursement from its 90 billion euro loan at the end of

EU expects first loan tranche to Ukraine end-May/early June - Dombrovskis
Europe|Political|Science|World

NATO criticises Russian and Chinese nuclear stances, urges cooperation with US

NATO criticised Russian and Chinese nuclear arms policies on Tuesday and urged both countries to work with the United States to establish greater

NATO criticises Russian and Chinese nuclear stances, urges cooperation with US
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Spain's trade deficit narrows 24% in Jan-Feb from same period a year ago

Spain's trade deficit narrowed 24% in the first two months of 2026 from the same period a year earlier, to 7.31 billion euros ($8.60 billion), the Economy ministry said on Tuesday

Spain's trade deficit narrows 24% in Jan-Feb from same period a year ago
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ECB must keep cool head on rates amid Iran war, de Guindos says

The European Central Bank must be cautious when setting interest rates, given the great uncertainty associated with the war in Iran, ECB Vice-President Luis de Guindos

ECB must keep cool head on rates amid Iran war, de Guindos says
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EU court says Hungary's anti-LGBTQ rules breach law

Hungary's outgoing government violated European law with rules prohibiting or restricting access to LGBTQ content, which stigmatise and marginalise gay and trans people,

EU court says Hungary's anti-LGBTQ rules breach law
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Mass shooting reignites push to loosen gun laws in war-torn Ukraine

A deadly shooting in Ukraine's capital at the weekend has fuelled calls for the loosening of restrictions on the right to own and carry handguns for self-

Mass shooting reignites push to loosen gun laws in war-torn Ukraine
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German investor morale sinks to three-year low on Iran war fears, ZEW finds

German investor morale has sunk to its lowest level in more than three years in April as businesses start to feel the economic consequences of the Iran

German investor morale sinks to three-year low on Iran war fears, ZEW finds
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Russia has taken 1,700 square km of Ukraine this year, top general says

Russian forces have taken 1,700 square km (656 square miles) of territory in Ukraine this year and are advancing on its so-

Russia has taken 1,700 square km of Ukraine this year, top general says
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Volkswagen to cut capacity further by one million cars, CEO tells Manager Magazin

Volkswagen plans to cut its production capacity by another one million cars, CEO Oliver Blume said in an interview with business news outlet Manager Magazin published on Tuesday.

Volkswagen to cut capacity further by one million cars, CEO tells Manager Magazin
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Former UK official: I was constantly chased to clear Mandelson's appointment as U.S. ambassador

The former top official in Britain's foreign ministry who was sacked over Peter Mandelson's appointment as U.S. ambassador said on Tuesday he had come under a lot of

Former UK official: I was constantly chased to clear Mandelson's appointment as U.S. ambassador
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OPmobility reports small revenue drop as auto industry weakens

Car parts supplier OPmobility reported a 0.4% fall in first-quarter revenue, excluding currency effects, on Tuesday, as weakness in the automotive industry

OPmobility reports small revenue drop as auto industry weakens
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Estee Lauder taps JP Morgan to finance Puig takeover bid, Spanish daily Expansion says

U.S. cosmetics giant Estee Lauder has commissioned J.P.

Estee Lauder taps JP Morgan to finance Puig takeover bid, Spanish daily Expansion says
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Scam messages offering ships safe transit through Hormuz, security firm warns

Fraudulent messages promising safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for cryptocurrency have been sent to some shipping companies whose vessels are stranded

Scam messages offering ships safe transit through Hormuz, security firm warns
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JPMorgan's national security initiative to expand in Europe

JPMorgan Chase said on Tuesday its $1.5 trillion initiative to finance and invest in industries critical to U.S. national security will expand across Europe.

JPMorgan's national security initiative to expand in Europe
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German tax revenue rose 3.6% in March, finance ministry says

Germany's federal and state government tax revenue rose by 3.6% in March compared with the same month a year ago, the finance ministry said in its

German tax revenue rose 3.6% in March, finance ministry says
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343 days on the front line: Ukrainian officer’s long deployment underscores Kyiv’s manpower issues

343 days on the front line: Ukrainian officer’s long deployment underscores Kyiv’s manpower issues

343 days on the front line: Ukrainian officer’s long deployment underscores Kyiv’s manpower issues
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

A first for the 2027 women’s Tour de France: A team time trial through London

The 2027 women's Tour de France will feature a team time trial in London

A first for the 2027 women’s Tour de France: A team time trial through London
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Spain starts program to legalize up to half-million migrants

Spain starts program to legalize up to half-million migrants

Spain starts program to legalize up to half-million migrants
Europe|Political|World

Board of Peace envoy says Gaza plan needs quick progress, Hamas talks 'not easy'

The Board of Peace’s lead envoy for Gaza told Reuters on Monday that he was “fairly optimistic” a plan for disarmament of Hamas and other militant groups

Board of Peace envoy says Gaza plan needs quick progress, Hamas talks 'not easy'
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Hungary's Magyar announces ministers after landslide election win

Hungarian election winner Péter Magyar is announcing the first round of his incoming cabinet members following his party's landslide victory over Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

Hungary's Magyar announces ministers after landslide election win
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Elon Musk does not appear at hearing in French prosecutors’ X probe

Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Monday did not appear at a summons for questioning in a French probe into X and its AI chatbot, Grok

Elon Musk does not appear at hearing in French prosecutors’ X probe
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UK's Starmer seeks to deflect blame over Mandelson appointment

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer put the blame firmly on foreign ministry officials on Monday over the appointment of a

UK's Starmer seeks to deflect blame over Mandelson appointment
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Russian blogger whose angry appeal to Putin went viral hits back after state TV attack

A celebrity blogger whose sharp criticism of the authorities has been watched by tens of millions of Russians has hit back after one of state TV's best-

Russian blogger whose angry appeal to Putin went viral hits back after state TV attack
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian election winner Magyar nominates key ministers

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar on Monday nominated Andras Karman as finance minister, Anita Orban as foreign minister and Istvan Kapitany as economy and energy

Hungarian election winner Magyar nominates key ministers
Europe|World

Czechs want to discuss role in French nuclear deterrence initiative, PM Babis says

The Czech Republic is interested in discussing possible involvement in a French plan to extend nuclear deterrence, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Monday.

Czechs want to discuss role in French nuclear deterrence initiative, PM Babis says
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UK pharmacist fights Indian extradition for allegedly killing his ex-mother-in-law with arsenic

A British-based pharmacist wanted in India for allegedly poisoning his ex-wife's family with arsenic, killing her mother, and trying to hire assassins to kill her father

UK pharmacist fights Indian extradition for allegedly killing his ex-mother-in-law with arsenic
Economy|Europe|World

EU to widen Iran sanctions to those who block Hormuz

The European Union will expand the criteria of its Iran sanctions to include those responsible for blocking the Strait of Hormuz,

EU to widen Iran sanctions to those who block Hormuz
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UK's Starmer orders review into security concerns from Mandelson's time in office

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday said he had asked the group overseeing security standards across government to examine any security concerns raised during

UK's Starmer orders review into security concerns from Mandelson's time in office
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UK PM Starmer says he shouldn’t have appointed Epstein-linked pick for US ambassador

UK PM Starmer says he shouldn’t have appointed Epstein-linked pick for US ambassador

UK PM Starmer says he shouldn’t have appointed Epstein-linked pick for US ambassador
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Anxiety mounts in London’s Jewish community amid wave of antisemitic attacks

Anxiety mounts in London’s Jewish community amid wave of antisemitic attacks

Anxiety mounts in London’s Jewish community amid wave of antisemitic attacks
Europe|Political|World

Slovenia PM Golob's party goes into opposition after coalition talks fail

Slovenia's outgoing prime minister, Robert Golob, on Monday said that his liberal Freedom Movement (GS), which narrowly won a parliamentary vote in March, would go into

Slovenia PM Golob's party goes into opposition after coalition talks fail
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German union renews calls for Commerzbank independence after UniCredit's latest push

The German labour union Verdi said on Monday that it was sticking to its call for Commerzbank's independence as Italy's UniCredit continues its push to buy the German

German union renews calls for Commerzbank independence after UniCredit's latest push
Europe|Political|World

Rumen Radev, Russia-friendly ex-fighter pilot, sweeps Bulgaria's election

When Rumen Radev stepped down from his role as president of Bulgaria in January to run in Sunday's parliamentary election, he urged

Rumen Radev, Russia-friendly ex-fighter pilot, sweeps Bulgaria's election
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Inside one of Amsterdam's first supervised self-driving Teslas

As Kees Roelandschap navigates down the narrow canal-side streets of Amsterdam, flanked by the city's many bicycle riders, it takes a

Inside one of Amsterdam's first supervised self-driving Teslas
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Hungary's Magyar renews call for president, top judges to resign

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar reiterated on Monday a call for Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok, backed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party, and top

Hungary's Magyar renews call for president, top judges to resign
Election|Europe|Political|World

Tired of political turmoil, Bulgarians give ex-president a convincing mandate for change

Bulgaria's center-left coalition led by ex-president Rumen Radev has won the parliamentary election, according to the central electoral commission

Tired of political turmoil, Bulgarians give ex-president a convincing mandate for change
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU hosts Palestinian peace conference as it seeks greater sway in the Middle East

Europe is focusing on the Palestinians after Hungary's election defeat of Israel ally Viktor Orbán

EU hosts Palestinian peace conference as it seeks greater sway in the Middle East
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Amy Winehouse's father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer's memorabilia

A London judge has ruled against Amy Winehouse's father who sued his daughter's friends over profits from her memorabilia

Amy Winehouse's father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer's memorabilia
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Rat poison found in some baby food jars in Central Europe leads to recall

Countries across Central Europe have pulled HiPP baby food off shelves after rat poison was found in some jars over the weekend

Rat poison found in some baby food jars in Central Europe leads to recall
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

‘The Godfather’ descended on a tiny Sicilian village, and it’s never been the same

‘The Godfather’ descended on a tiny Sicilian village, and it’s never been the same

‘The Godfather’ descended on a tiny Sicilian village, and it’s never been the same
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Bulgaria's Kremlin-friendly ex-president wins election in landslide

Pro-Russian former President Rumen Radev has won Bulgaria's parliamentary election by a landslide, official results showed on Monday, crushing long-

Bulgaria's Kremlin-friendly ex-president wins election in landslide
Crime|Europe|World

Kyiv shooting death toll rises to seven, prosecutor general says

A man hit in a Kyiv shooting on Saturday has died in hospital, bringing to the seven the toll of those killed in the incident, Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko said on Monday.

Kyiv shooting death toll rises to seven, prosecutor general says
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The Kremlin, on the U.S. waiver, says you cannot ignore Russia's oil volumes

The Kremlin, when asked on Monday about a U.S. sanctions waiver on some Russia's oil exports, said that Russia was a responsible and important player on global energy

The Kremlin, on the U.S. waiver, says you cannot ignore Russia's oil volumes
Africa|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip

Pope Leo lamented during an event in Angola on Monday that many people in the world were being "exploited by authoritarians and

Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Biggest party in Romanian coalition withdraws support for PM, political crisis looms

Romania's ruling Social Democrats voted to withdraw their support for Liberal Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan on Monday and called on him to resign, likely

Biggest party in Romanian coalition withdraws support for PM, political crisis looms
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Czech PM Babis criticises Senate leader's Taiwan trip for damaging China business ties

The Czech government will not make a government plane available for the Senate chief's planned trip to Taiwan and wants a more pragmatic foreign policy that does not

Czech PM Babis criticises Senate leader's Taiwan trip for damaging China business ties
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Kremlin encouraged by Bulgarian Radev's desire to resolve issues with Russia via talks

The Kremlin said on Monday that it was encouraged by Bulgarian politician Rumen Radev's desire to resolve issues with Russia via pragmatic talks after he won a landslide

Kremlin encouraged by Bulgarian Radev's desire to resolve issues with Russia via talks
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UK police arrest 2 in connection with weekend arson attack on synagogue

British police have arrested two teenagers in connection with a weekend arson attack on a synagogue in northwest London as Jewish leaders express concern about a wave of recent incidents targeting their community

UK police arrest 2 in connection with weekend arson attack on synagogue
Crime|Europe|World

Venezuela's Machado plans to return home by end of year, urges swift elections

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado expects to be back in her home country before the end of 2026 and is

Venezuela's Machado plans to return home by end of year, urges swift elections
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German industry faces stagnation in 2026, BDI says

German industry is expected to stagnate at best in 2026, the BDI industry association said on Monday, warning that higher energy costs, supply chain

German industry faces stagnation in 2026, BDI says
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French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over allegations of child abuse images and deepfakes on X

Elon Musk has been summoned to Paris as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct on the social media platform X

French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over allegations of child abuse images and deepfakes on X
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

European defence stocks cool as investors reassess war winners

Investors have cooled on European defence stocks as profit taking and stretched valuations collide with growing uncertainty over the

European defence stocks cool as investors reassess war winners
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Tuapse port kills one

A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse sparked a fire and killed at least one person, Russian officials said on Monday, only hours after a blaze was

Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Tuapse port kills one
Europe|Science|Technology|World

‘Robots don’t bleed’: Ukraine sends machines into the battlefield in place of human soldiers

‘Robots don’t bleed’: Ukraine sends machines into the battlefield in place of human soldiers

‘Robots don’t bleed’: Ukraine sends machines into the battlefield in place of human soldiers
Europe|Political|World

The center-left coalition of former President Radev will win Bulgaria's election, exit poll suggests

An exit poll in Bulgaria suggests the center-left Progressive Bulgaria coalition led by ex-President Rumen Radev will win the country's parliamentary election

The center-left coalition of former President Radev will win Bulgaria's election, exit poll suggests
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president set for landslide election win, exit polls show

Pro-Russian former President Rumen Radev is set for a runaway victory in Bulgaria's election and may even secure a parliamentary

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president set for landslide election win, exit polls show
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Germany's Merz, Brazil's Lula stress close European-Brazilian cooperation

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday called for closer ties between South America's largest economy and the

Germany's Merz, Brazil's Lula stress close European-Brazilian cooperation
Europe|Sports|World

New favorite? Man City beats Arsenal 2-1 for huge swing in Premier League title race

Manchester City has swung the Premier League title race in its favor by beating Arsenal 2-1 thanks to a second-half winner by Erling Haaland

New favorite? Man City beats Arsenal 2-1 for huge swing in Premier League title race
Europe|Sports|World

Bayern Munich clinches another Bundesliga title with 4-2 win over Stuttgart

Bayern Munich has clinched another Bundesliga title by easing to a 4-2 win over Stuttgart

Bayern Munich clinches another Bundesliga title with 4-2 win over Stuttgart
Crime|Europe|World

UK police investigating if arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies

British police say they are investigating whether a series of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies

UK police investigating if arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Padre Guilherme hosts rave in Argentina's capital honoring late Pope Francis

A Portuguese priest, Father Guilherme Peixoto, hosted a rave in Buenos Aires to honor the late Pope Francis

Padre Guilherme hosts rave in Argentina's capital honoring late Pope Francis
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Global leftists rally in Spain hoping to spark resurgence against far right

From reforming the UN Security Council to taxing billionaires, thousands of leftists gathered in Barcelona over the weekend to

Global leftists rally in Spain hoping to spark resurgence against far right
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine launches terror investigation after a gunman killed 7 and took hostages in Kyiv supermarket

Ukraine launches terror investigation after a gunman killed 7 and took hostages in Kyiv supermarket

Ukraine launches terror investigation after a gunman killed 7 and took hostages in Kyiv supermarket
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Baby food brand HiPP recalls jars in Austria after samples test positive for rat poison

HiPP is recalling some baby food jars in Austria after samples tested positive for rat poison in Austria, Slovakia and the Czech Republic

Baby food brand HiPP recalls jars in Austria after samples test positive for rat poison
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Eight people remain in hospital after Kyiv shooting, mayor says

Eight people including a child remain hospitalised in Kyiv after being wounded in a shooting that killed six people, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Sunday.

Eight people remain in hospital after Kyiv shooting, mayor says
Europe|World

Russian attacks kill at least 2 as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory

Officials say Russian strikes have killed at least two people in Ukraine

Russian attacks kill at least 2 as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

UK police examine Iran links to arson attacks on Jewish targets

British police said they are investigating possible Iran links to a series of arson attacks on Jewish targets in London, which the UK chief rabbi said

UK police examine Iran links to arson attacks on Jewish targets
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Sociedad's Matarazzo: The American coach who studied math at Columbia and grew up watching Maradona

A 48-year-old American coach who studied mathematics at Columbia and grew up watching Diego Maradona play for Napoli is now part of the history of Spanish club Real Sociedad in the Basque Country

Sociedad's Matarazzo: The American coach who studied math at Columbia and grew up watching Maradona
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Nathalie Baye, French actor known for her warmth and versatility, dies at 77

Nathalie Baye, a French actor known for her versatility and charm, has died at 77

Nathalie Baye, French actor known for her warmth and versatility, dies at 77
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years

French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to Greece next week to renew a security pact between the two countries against the backdrop of the war in Iran, a Greek

France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent'

LUANDA, April 19 - Pope Leo on Sunday decried the intensification of the war in Ukraine, calling "for the weapons to fall silent and for the path of dialogue to be followed."

Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Allies back Starmer as Mandelson and Epstein leave the UK leader fighting for his job

Senior Cabinet ministers are rallying around U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose leadership is under threat

Allies back Starmer as Mandelson and Epstein leave the UK leader fighting for his job
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Lukashenko says meeting with Trump possible once 'big deal' is ready

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he would be ready to meet U.S. President Donald Trump once a "big deal" between the two countries has been prepared.

Lukashenko says meeting with Trump possible once 'big deal' is ready
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Chernobyl's radioactive landscape is a testament to nature’s resilience and survival spirit

Wildlife is thriving again four decades after the nuclear disaster at Ukraine’s Chernobyl power plant in what became the exclusion zone created by the forced mass evacuations of the population

Chernobyl's radioactive landscape is a testament to nature’s resilience and survival spirit
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Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title

Real Sociedad has beaten Atletico Madrid on penalties to win the Copa del Rey title

Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title
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Six die in Kyiv shooting, hostage situation; police kill suspect

Six people were killed when a Russian-born man opened fire on passersby in a Kyiv district on Saturday before barricading himself in a supermarket with

Six die in Kyiv shooting, hostage situation; police kill suspect
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UK's Lammy signals support for PM Starmer over latest Mandelson row

Britain's Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy signalled his support for Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday over the ongoing row about the decision to appoint Peter

UK's Lammy signals support for PM Starmer over latest Mandelson row
Europe|Sports|World

Bundesliga's first female coach, Marie-Louise Eta, looks ahead after Union Berlin loses on her debut

Marie-Louise Eta was in little mood for celebrating after making her debut as the first female coach in the Bundesliga on Saturday

Bundesliga's first female coach, Marie-Louise Eta, looks ahead after Union Berlin loses on her debut
Europe|Political|World

While Trump lashes out at Spain, US Democrats join a progressive rally in Barcelona

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has hosted two events in Barcelona to rally progressive leaders from around the world who fear for a rules-based world order

While Trump lashes out at Spain, US Democrats join a progressive rally in Barcelona
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A mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed the gunman

A gunman armed with an automatic weapon has killed six people and injured at least 14 in a mass shooting in Ukraine's capital before he was shot and killed by police

A mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed the gunman
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Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado draws a huge Madrid crowd and rebuffs meeting with Spain's PM

Venezuela's exiled opposition leader María Corina Machado has drawn several thousand supporters to a rally in Madrid

Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado draws a huge Madrid crowd and rebuffs meeting with Spain's PM
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Man in his 80s becomes first in France to formally apologise for family's slavery links

A man in his 80s on Saturday issued what is believed to be the first formal apology by someone in France for their family's role in transatlantic slavery,

Man in his 80s becomes first in France to formally apologise for family's slavery links
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Magyar's parliamentary majority in Hungary increases after final count

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar's Tisza party has increased its parliamentary supermajority to 141 seats out of 199 after the processing of

Magyar's parliamentary majority in Hungary increases after final count
Europe|Sports|World

Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat

Bayern Munich can clinch another Bundesliga title this weekend thanks to Hoffenheim’s 2-1 win over second-place Borussia Dortmund

Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat
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French soldier killed and 3 others wounded in an attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron says a French soldier was killed and three others wounded in an attack on U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon

French soldier killed and 3 others wounded in an attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon, Macron says
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UK police investigate an arson attempt on a building once used by the Jewish community

British counterterrorism police are investigating an attempted arson attack in London

UK police investigate an arson attempt on a building once used by the Jewish community
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Macron: French soldier was killed in Lebanon

A French soldier who was part of international Forces stationed in southern Lebanon was killed, President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday, adding that evidence suggests

Macron: French soldier was killed in Lebanon
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Mexico mends ties with Spain in first presidential visit in eight years

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Spain's Pedro Sanchez met in Barcelona on Saturday after a summit of progressive leaders,

Mexico mends ties with Spain in first presidential visit in eight years
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Turkey says US withdrawal from European security architecture could be 'destructive'

Discussions are under way on how to manage or mitigate a possible U.S. withdrawal from the "European security architecture", Turkish Foreign

Turkey says US withdrawal from European security architecture could be 'destructive'
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A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise

A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise

A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise
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Venezuela's Machado says Spanish PM's leftist summit reason for not meeting him

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said on Saturday she declined a meeting with Spain's prime minister during her visit because he was

Venezuela's Machado says Spanish PM's leftist summit reason for not meeting him
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Swiss football club cancel Kanye West concert

Swiss football club FC Basel said on Saturday they have cancelled a Kanye West concert, becoming the latest European venue to stop or postpone the

Swiss football club cancel Kanye West concert
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Mediation fails in dispute over Franco-German fighter jet, Handelsblatt says

Mediators have failed to resolve a dispute between the companies involved in the Franco-German ‌FCAS fighter jet project, though

Mediation fails in dispute over Franco-German fighter jet, Handelsblatt says
Europe|World

Brazil's Lula calls on permanent members of UN Security Council to change behaviour

The five permanent members of the United Nations' Security Council should agree to change their behaviour after failing to stop the war in Iran, Brazilian President

Brazil's Lula calls on permanent members of UN Security Council to change behaviour
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Son of 85-year-old French widow home after 16 days in US immigration custody says she needs rest

The son of an 85-year-old French widow who has returned to France after being detained in the U.S. for overstaying her visa says the family's priority is her health and rest

Son of 85-year-old French widow home after 16 days in US immigration custody says she needs rest
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Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Crimea oil depot, Baltic Sea port

Ukrainian drones struck a handful of Russia's oil facilities overnight, including two oil refineries in the Samara region, an oil depot in Crimea and a Baltic Sea port that

Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Crimea oil depot, Baltic Sea port
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Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns
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EU to push for jet fuel diversification as Iran war threatens supply

The European Union will urge members to cut their dependence on Middle Eastern jet fuel and look into increasing imports from the U.S., in new guidelines

EU to push for jet fuel diversification as Iran war threatens supply
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy: Ukraine believes Russia will try again to involve Belarus in the war

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that Ukraine believed Russia was making preparations that showed that it would once again try to involve its ally Belarus in the four-

Zelenskiy: Ukraine believes Russia will try again to involve Belarus in the war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy calls for joint efforts to set up Hormuz mission

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on Friday for joint efforts for an effective mission to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and said Kyiv's wartime

Ukraine's Zelenskiy calls for joint efforts to set up Hormuz  mission
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85-year-old widow is released from US custody, returns to France amid messy family dispute

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says the 85-year-old French widow of an American military veteran has returned home from U.S. immigration custody

85-year-old widow is released from US custody, returns to France amid messy family dispute
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UK's Starmer pleads ignorance over Mandelson, resists pressure to resign

Prime Minister Keir Starmer, under renewed pressure to resign, expressed anger on Friday over not being informed

UK's Starmer pleads ignorance over Mandelson, resists pressure to resign
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Geopolitical stress not yet reflected in euro zone bank earnings, supervisor says

The balance sheet of euro zone banks does not yet reflect elevated geopolitical tensions as it could take time - possibly years - for loan quality to deteriorate,

Geopolitical stress not yet reflected in euro zone bank earnings, supervisor says
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New German search engine lets people check whether their relatives were Nazis

New German search engine lets people check whether their relatives were Nazis

New German search engine lets people check whether their relatives were Nazis
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Iran war presents risk to euro zone growth and inflation outlook, Lagarde says

The Iran war could drag euro zone growth lower and push inflation above already increased projections, requiring the European Central Bank to remain vigilant, ECB

Iran war presents risk to euro zone growth and inflation outlook, Lagarde says
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France's Macron sympathises with authors who quit Bollore-owned publisher

President Emmanuel Macron on Friday defended editorial diversity after more than 100 authors quit the venerable French publishing house Grasset this week in protest at the

France's Macron sympathises with authors who quit Bollore-owned publisher
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russian billionaire says drone attacks affect nitrogen fertiliser trade

By Olesya Astakhova MOSCOW, April 17 - Drone attacks in recent months are having a significant impact on the Russian nitrogen fertiliser industry, billionaire Andrei Melnichenko, founder of fertiliser

Russian billionaire says drone attacks affect nitrogen fertiliser trade
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Nordic leaders welcome Iran's statement on Strait of Hormuz

Leaders of Finland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark on Friday welcomed Iran's announcement on opening the Strait of Hormuz, and said they supported diplomatic efforts to

Nordic leaders welcome Iran's statement on Strait of Hormuz
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Macron and Starmer welcome Hormuz reopening and push for permanent navigation security

France and the U.K. have welcomed the announcement by Iran and the U.S. that the Strait of Hormuz is open

Macron and Starmer welcome Hormuz reopening and push for permanent navigation security
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UK's Starmer says more than a dozen countries ready to join Hormuz defensive mission

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday that more than a dozen countries were ready to contribute assets to a defensive mission aimed at restoring the freedom of

UK's Starmer says more than a dozen countries ready to join Hormuz defensive mission
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Spain's Sanchez says Venezuela's Machado declined to meet him

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was offered a meeting with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and his government during her visit to Spain but she declined

Spain's Sanchez says Venezuela's Machado declined to meet him
Economy|Europe|Sports|World

Italy saw modest growth in Q1, supported by Olympics, central bank estimates

The Italian economy posted modest growth in the first quarter, supported by the Winter Olympics in February which drew a major influx of tourists, the country's central

Italy saw modest growth in Q1, supported by Olympics, central bank estimates
Europe|Sports|World

Club boss rules pioneering female soccer coach out of a permanent job with men's team

The president of the German soccer club where a pioneering female coach will take charge of her first top-division men’s game Saturday has ruled out giving her the job on a permanent basis

Club boss rules pioneering female soccer coach out of a permanent job with men's team
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Starmer rejects calls to resign over Mandelson appointment as pressure builds

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has no plans to resign over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to Washington, despite Mandelson failing security checks

Starmer rejects calls to resign over Mandelson appointment as pressure builds
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Spain's far-right Vox party secures first regional coalition deal with conservatives

Spain's far-right party Vox and the mainstream conservative opposition People's Party have struck a preliminary deal to govern in coalition in

Spain's far-right Vox party secures first regional coalition deal with conservatives
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Kremlin denies Putin is cut off from bad news after blogger's criticism goes viral

The Kremlin on Friday denied that President Vladimir Putin was insulated from bad news after a celebrity blogger accused unidentified top officials of not telling Russia's

Kremlin denies Putin is cut off from bad news after blogger's criticism goes viral
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Europe's drone cooperation with Ukraine shows its growing involvement in the war

The Kremlin said on Friday that European countries were becoming more involved in the war in Ukraine, referencing a warning from Russia's Defence Ministry about drone

Kremlin says Europe's drone cooperation with Ukraine shows its growing involvement in the war
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Hungary's Magyar starts early EU talks to unblock funds

Hungary's incoming prime minister Peter Magyar said on Friday he was about to start initial talks with EU officials in Budapest as there was no time to waste in his

Hungary's Magyar starts early EU talks to unblock funds
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Colombia's Petro will travel to Caracas next week

Colombian President Gustavo Petro said on Friday that he will travel to Caracas on April 24, amid attempts to meet with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez.

Colombia's Petro will travel to Caracas next week
Europe|Political|World

Hungary election winner Magyar hopes to take oath of office on May 9 or 10

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar said on Friday he hoped to take the oath of office as prime minister on May 9 or 10 depending on a presidential decision on the

Hungary election winner Magyar hopes to take oath of office on May 9 or 10
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Bank of England's Pill sees inflation focus as top priority over other trade-offs

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Friday that the central bank's main focus should be getting inflation to its 2% target.

Bank of England's Pill sees inflation focus as top priority over other trade-offs
Education|Europe

About half of young Americans can’t name a single Holocaust site, repeating a pattern of ignorance seen in postwar Germany

West Germany’s educational reforms in the 1960s and ‘70s show that gaps in knowledge can sometimes create opportunity for rethinking educational methods.

About half of young Americans can’t name a single Holocaust site, repeating a pattern of ignorance seen in postwar Germany
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Polish leader Tusk claims Russia-linked crypto firm backed Nawrocki's presidential bid

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk claims a cryptocurrency firm with “Russian money” has sponsored politicians from Poland's former government

Polish leader Tusk claims Russia-linked crypto firm backed Nawrocki's presidential bid
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Anthropic talks to EU, including on its cyber security models, Commission says

U.S.-based artificial intelligence company Anthropic is currently in discussion with the European Commission on its different models, including its cyber security ones,

Anthropic talks to EU, including on its cyber security models, Commission says
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Over a dozen countries offer to play role in Hormuz mission, Starmer says

More than a dozen countries said on Friday they were willing to join an international mission to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz when

Over a dozen countries offer to play role in Hormuz mission, Starmer says
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Hungary's Magyar says documents from outgoing government being destroyed

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar said on Friday he had reports that sensitive documents from the time of the outgoing administration were being destroyed and

Hungary's Magyar says documents from outgoing government being destroyed
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Lula and Sánchez to 'work for peace' at gathering of progressive leaders in Barcelona

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has started a two-day visit to Spain on Friday when he and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sánchez met a day before they will gather with other leaders who are concerned with the fate of the democratic order and the rise of the populist far right

Lula and Sánchez to 'work for peace' at gathering of progressive leaders in Barcelona
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Kosovo approves troop contribution for Gaza force

The small Balkan nation of Kosovo says it wants to commit dozens of its security troops to an international force for Gaza because it appreciates what NATO-led peacekeepers have done for its own security since the 1998-99 war with Serbia

Kosovo approves troop contribution for Gaza force
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to restore Syria relations, strengthen trade and security ties, document shows

By Lili Bayer and Feras Dalatey BRUSSELS/DAMASCUS, April 17 - The European Union plans to deepen its engagement with Syria by relaunching formal political contacts and paving the way for closer

EU to restore Syria relations, strengthen trade and security ties, document shows
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French trio's planned $24 billion telecoms deal to test EU resolve

A sweetened 20.35 billion euro ($24 billion) joint bid by Bouygues Telecom, Iliad-owned Free and Orange for France's second-largest

French trio's planned $24 billion telecoms deal to test EU resolve
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia still tackling a blaze at Tuapse port

Firefighters continued extinguishing a blaze at Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse on Friday, more than 24 hours after Ukrainian drone attacks, local authorities said.

Russia still tackling a blaze at Tuapse port
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drones hit Ukraine's Danube port, officials say

A Russian overnight drone attack damaged port infrastructure in Ukraine's largest Danube river port Izmail and one drone strayed into Romanian territory, Ukrainian and Romanian

Russian drones hit Ukraine's Danube port, officials say
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Uber's Delivery Hero stake boosted by Prosus' $318 million share sale

Dutch technology investor Prosus has agreed to sell a 4.5% stake in Delivery Hero to Uber for about 270 million euros ($318.06 million), making the ride-hailing group the fourth-

Uber's Delivery Hero stake boosted by Prosus' $318 million share sale
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO will not collapse and US will defend its allies, Estonian minister says

NATO member Estonia has no doubt that the United States would help defend it if Russia attacks, its defence minister told Reuters, while warning that

NATO will not collapse and US will defend its allies, Estonian minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

IMF expects ECB to raise rates by half a percentage point in 2026

The European Central Bank should lift its key interest rate twice this year to combat an energy-driven inflation surge, but should then reverse

IMF expects ECB to raise rates by half a percentage point in 2026
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Markets catch their breath as weekend diplomacy beckons

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Markets slipped into TGIF mood as the possibility of a deal between the U.S. and Iran lifted hopes and kept oil below $100 a

Markets catch their breath as weekend diplomacy beckons
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine PM says she feels more confident of US support after visit to Washington

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko left the United States on Thursday buoyed by what she called positive talks with top U.S. officials,

Ukraine PM says she feels more confident of US support after visit to Washington
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US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say

U.S. officials have informed some European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed

US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say
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UK foreign ministry chief to leave after Mandelson vetting row

Britain's top foreign ministry official will leave his post after Prime Minister Keir Starmer and

UK foreign ministry chief to leave after Mandelson vetting row
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone inflation surges past ECB target on oil shock

Euro zone inflation soared past the European Central Bank's 2% target this month as surging oil and gas costs drove up headline

Euro zone inflation surges past ECB target on oil shock
Crime|Europe|World

Spanish police bust underground hashish route from Morocco

Spanish police have discovered a drug-smuggling tunnel in the North African exclave of Ceuta, complete with a rail system and underground cranes to transport hashish from

Spanish police bust underground hashish route from Morocco
Europe|Technology|World

Romanian state institutions face 10,000 cyberattacks daily, defence minister says

Romanian state institutions are facing more than 10,000 cyberattacks daily, Defence Minister Radu Miruta said on Tuesday.

Romanian state institutions face 10,000 cyberattacks daily, defence minister says
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At least 25 sanctioned Russian ships pass through UK waters after boarding threat

More than two dozen ships sanctioned for being part of Russia's so-called shadow fleet have passed through UK waters since Prime Minister

At least 25 sanctioned Russian ships pass through UK waters after boarding threat
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Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again, sources say oil terminal hit

Ukrainian drones on Tuesday struck Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga for the fifth time in 10 days, and industry sources told Reuters an oil loading terminal was hit,

Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again, sources say oil terminal hit
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UK PM Starmer raises migration, border security in talks with Syria's president

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed migration and closer cooperation on returns, border security and tackling people smuggling networks in a meeting with Syrian

UK PM Starmer raises migration, border security in talks with Syria's president
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Italy refuses US aircraft use of Sicily base for Middle East operations, sources say

Italy last week denied permission for U.S. military aircraft to land at the Sigonella air base in Sicily before heading to the Middle East, sources said on

Italy refuses US aircraft use of Sicily base for Middle East operations, sources say
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German institutes cut 2026, 2027 growth forecasts, raise inflation outlook, sources say

Germany's leading economic institutes cut their economic growth forecasts for this year and next and sharply raised their inflation forecasts in response to the Iran

German institutes cut 2026, 2027 growth forecasts, raise inflation outlook, sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Suspect in attack on Russia's Prague cultural centre turns himself in

A foreign national has turned himself in to Czech police, admitting that he threw petrol bombs at the building of a Russian culture centre in Prague last week, police said

Suspect in attack on Russia's Prague cultural centre turns himself in
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Italy's population stops shrinking after 12 years, thanks to migration

Italy's population has stabilised after 12 years of decline, with immigration almost entirely offsetting a shrinking number of births, while life

Italy's population stops shrinking after 12 years, thanks to migration
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French Senate debates social media ban for children under 15

French senators vote on Tuesday on a draft law that aims to ban social media access for children under the age of 15, joining countries around the world

French Senate debates social media ban for children under 15
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Russia says it will respond if Ukraine uses foreign airspace to attack its Baltic ports

Russia will respond if other countries allow Ukraine to use their airspace to launch drone attacks on Russian Baltic ports, the Kremlin said on Tuesday.

Russia says it will respond if Ukraine uses foreign airspace to attack its Baltic ports
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EU: Israel's decision to pass death penalty law for Palestinians is "very concerning"

Israel's decision to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of deadly attacks is 'very concerning' for the

EU: Israel's decision to pass death penalty law for Palestinians is "very concerning"
Europe|Political|World

Moldova, separatist Transdniestria make no progress on settlement

Talks aimed at edging toward a solution to the decades-old dispute between Moldova and its separatist Transdniestria region broke down without

Moldova, separatist Transdniestria make no progress on settlement
Business|Economy|Europe

German automaker Mercedes-Benz to invest $4 billion in Alabama SUV plant

German automaker Mercedes-Benz said on Tuesday it will invest $4 billion at its Alabama plant through 2030 to boost SUV production as it seeks to address

German automaker Mercedes-Benz to invest $4 billion in Alabama SUV plant
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Europe pushes back on some US military operations as concerns over Iran war mount

France and Italy have pushed back against some U.S.-Israeli military operations, sources said on Tuesday, as U.S.

Europe pushes back on some US military operations as concerns over Iran war mount
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Zelenskiy says he will ask US to relay Easter energy truce offer to Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he would ask U.S. mediators to pass Kyiv's offer of an Easter ceasefire for

Zelenskiy says he will ask US to relay Easter energy truce offer to Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Volvo leans on Chinese parent Geely to survive in tough car market

Volvo Cars' only way to survive as competition intensifies is by cooperating with Geely's other car

Volvo leans on Chinese parent Geely to survive in tough car market
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political

Prince Harry and Elton John's lawsuit against the Daily Mail

The trial at London's High Court to consider allegations from Britain's Prince Harry, singer Elton John and five other high-profile figures against the Daily Mail's

Prince Harry and Elton John's lawsuit against the Daily Mail
Crime|Europe|Political|World

EU top diplomats visit Bucha to mark 2022 massacre

The European Union's top diplomat Kaja Kallas and several EU foreign ministers voiced their support for Ukraine's demand for

EU top diplomats visit Bucha to mark 2022 massacre
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU may revive 2022 energy crisis measures in response to Iran war

The European Union is considering reviving energy crisis measures it used in 2022 when Russia slashed gas deliveries, to address the unfolding disruption

EU may revive 2022 energy crisis measures in response to Iran war
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|World

Unilever works council warns of union action if workers are not protected in McCormick deal

Unilever's European works council is worried about job losses from the company's food merger with McCormick, warning that it was stoking uncertainty and

Unilever works council warns of union action if workers are not protected in McCormick deal
Europe|Technology|World

Russia goes after VPNs as 'great crackdown' gathers pace

Russia is going to further clamp down Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), which are used by millions of Russians to get around internet controls and

Russia goes after VPNs as 'great crackdown' gathers pace
Economy|Europe|Political|World

German chancellor clarifies Syrian refugee comments after backlash

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clarified on Tuesday comments he made about the return of Syrian refugees to their homeland after economists and politicians warned that a

German chancellor clarifies Syrian refugee comments after backlash
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Millions of bad loans hobble Greece's economic recovery, IMF official says

Millions of unprocessed bad loans from last decade's debt crisis are slowing Greece's economic growth and stymying the rebound

Millions of bad loans hobble Greece's economic recovery, IMF official says
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King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump

King Charles will make a state visit to the United States in late April, Buckingham Palace said on Tuesday, a high-profile trip that the British

King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary foreign minister discussed EU sanctions with Russia in leaked audio

Hungary's foreign minister and his Russian counterpart discussed EU sanctions in an audio clip released by an investigative news outlet on Tuesday, days

Hungary foreign minister discussed EU sanctions with Russia in leaked audio
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's PM labels Israel's death penalty law 'step towards apartheid'

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez condemned as a "step towards apartheid" Monday's approval by the Israeli parliament of a

Spain's PM labels Israel's death penalty law 'step towards apartheid'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Unilever, McCormick strike deal to create $65 billion food giant

Unilever will merge its food business with spice maker McCormick, it said on Tuesday, creating a company worth around $65 billion in

Unilever, McCormick strike deal to create $65 billion food giant
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Ruling in Prince Harry case against Daily Mail will take some time, UK judge says

The judge overseeing the lawsuit brought by Prince Harry, singer Elton John and other high-profile figures against the publisher of the Daily Mail at London's High Court

Ruling in Prince Harry case against Daily Mail will take some time, UK judge says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

World Bank approves $2 billion loan for Turkey's new railway project

The World Bank on Tuesday approved a loan of $2 billion to Turkey for a new railway line across the Bosphorus in what would be the nation's largest foreign-financed railway

World Bank approves $2 billion loan for Turkey's new railway project
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges Trump to find 'off-ramp' to end Iran war

Pope Leo urged U.S.

Pope Leo urges Trump to find 'off-ramp' to end Iran war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital

London Mayor Sadiq Khan called on British diplomats stationed around the world on Tuesday to help counter what he described as "

London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital
Europe|Political|World

UNRWA head seeks investigation into killing of staff in Gaza war

Discussions are under way for a U.N. investigation into the killing of more than 390 employees in the two-year Gaza war, the head of the U.N.

UNRWA head seeks investigation into killing of staff in Gaza war
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon declines to reaffirm NATO's collective defense, says up to Trump

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined on Tuesday to reaffirm the U.S. commitment to NATO's collective defense, saying that would be up to President

Pentagon declines to reaffirm NATO's collective defense, says up to Trump
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Monzo to close US business to focus on UK and Europe

British mobile bank Monzo said on Tuesday it is exiting the United States, describing the move as a strategic decision to focus on expanding in the UK and Europe.

Monzo to close US business to focus on UK and Europe
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Trump says U.S. strongly considering NATO exit, Telegraph newspaper says

U.S.

Trump says U.S. strongly considering NATO exit, Telegraph newspaper says
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UK factories see biggest month-on-month jump in costs since 1992, PMI shows

British factory cost pressures soared in March and delivery delays - due to ships avoiding the Strait of Hormuz - were the longest since mid-2022, according to a survey

UK factories see biggest month-on-month jump in costs since 1992, PMI shows
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Euro zone economy may already be on ECB's 'adverse' path, policymaker warns

The euro zone economy may already be on the "adverse" path outlined by the European Central Bank and inflation could become entrenched quicker than in

Euro zone economy may already be on ECB's 'adverse' path, policymaker warns
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Hungary election polls show opposition Tisza widening lead over Orban's Fidesz

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party widened its lead over Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz ahead of an April ‌12 parliamentary election, two ​opinion polls

Hungary election polls show opposition Tisza widening lead over Orban's Fidesz
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German manufacturing expands in March despite Iran war supply strains, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector expanded in March at its fastest pace since May 2022 as output and new orders grew despite supply disruptions tied to the Iran war, a survey

German manufacturing expands in March despite Iran war supply strains, PMI shows
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French manufacturing stagnates in March as Middle East conflict hits orders -final PMI

French manufacturing activity showed little sign of expansion in March, a monthly business survey showed on Wednesday, as the impact of the U.S-Israeli-led war on Iran

French manufacturing stagnates in March as Middle East conflict hits orders -final PMI
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Romania, Ukraine advance talks on EU-funded joint drone production

Ukrainian drone manufacturers are meeting Romanian defence ministry and army officials in the capital Bucharest this week to discuss potential joint production under a

Romania, Ukraine advance talks on EU-funded joint drone production
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade

Hundreds of Serbian students clashed with police on Tuesday during a protest

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move

Russia said on Wednesday it would kick out a Dutch journalist in response to what it called the expulsion of a correspondent of Russian state news agency RIA from the

Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move
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War-driven US dollar rebound to fade as broad safe-haven appeal erodes: Reuters poll

The dollar's modest rebound since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran started a little over a month ago will fade as its safe-haven appeal erodes, according

War-driven US dollar rebound to fade as broad safe-haven appeal erodes: Reuters poll
Crime|Europe|World

UK police arrest three more men over arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

British police said on Wednesday they had arrested three more men in connection with an arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in north London last month.

UK police arrest three more men over arson attack on Jewish community ambulances
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Former German finance minister Joerg Kukies to join Morgan Stanley

Joerg Kukies, a former German finance minister, will take a role at Morgan Stanley, the U.S. bank said on Wednesday, marking a return to the senior ranks of banking

Former German finance minister Joerg Kukies to join Morgan Stanley
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EU fines on US companies are biggest source of friction, State Department official says

A senior U.S.

EU fines on US companies are biggest source of friction, State Department official says
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin, asked about its Donbas demands, says Ukraine should have pulled out 'yesterday'

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy should have taken the difficult decision to withdraw his forces from the Donbas area "yesterday"

Kremlin, asked about its Donbas demands, says Ukraine should have pulled out 'yesterday'
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Soccer- 'Take me to America' - Bosnia ecstatic after booking World Cup place

Bosnians woke with heavy heads and light hearts on Wednesday, buoyed by their soccer team's dramatic playoff shootout win over Italy that sent them to the World Cup

Soccer- 'Take me to America' - Bosnia ecstatic after booking World Cup place
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone factories see jump in input costs, supply snags, survey shows

Euro zone manufacturers faced soaring input costs and supply chain disruptions in March due to the Iran war, even as underlying tepid demand threatened to undermine the

Euro zone factories see jump in input costs, supply snags, survey shows
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Europe risks recession if oil jumps over $150, ECB's Stournaras says

Europe could face recession if the Iran conflict drags on and oil prices jump over $150 per barrel, European Central Bank policymaker Yannis Stournaras told Greek radio on

Europe risks recession if oil jumps over $150, ECB's Stournaras says
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer, asked about Trump's NATO comments, says he will act in Britain's interest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would act in the country's interest, whatever the "noise", when asked about U.S.

UK's Starmer, asked about Trump's NATO comments, says he will act in Britain's interest
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UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that the global instability caused by the Iran war means Britain should pivot to focusing

UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations
Europe|Political|World

Swedish PM opens door to governing with Sweden Democrats if his party wins vote

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Wednesday that his Moderate party would aim to form a majority government with the

Swedish PM opens door to governing with Sweden Democrats if his party wins vote
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German institutes cut growth forecast as Iran war drives inflation higher

Germany's leading economic institutes cut their growth forecasts for this year and next on Wednesday and sharply raised their projections for inflation as

German institutes cut growth forecast as Iran war drives inflation higher
Crime|Europe|World

French government seeking release of 85-year-old French widow detained by ICE

The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 85-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody in Louisiana after she was detained earlier this month

French government seeking release of 85-year-old French widow detained by ICE
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Pirelli raises prices as part of Middle East crisis mitigation plan

Italian premium tyremaker Pirelli said on Thursday it had activated a "mitigation plan" to limit the effects of the ongoing Middle East crisis, which includes price

Pirelli raises prices as part of Middle East crisis mitigation plan
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EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Thursday a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, announced by U.S.

EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt

The Kremlin took the unusual step of publicly acknowledging sharp criticism of the authorities from a celebrity blogger on Thursday,

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt
Europe|Political|World

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says

Israel and Lebanon will implement a 10-day ceasefire beginning 5 pm EST (2100 GMT) on Thursday to enable negotiations toward a permanent security and peace agreement, the U.S.

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says
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Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years

Bulgaria's caretaker prime minister said elections this month will be among the country's cleanest in years after his government launched efforts to tackle widespread

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years
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France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions

France hit back on Wednesday at threats by President Donald Trump to pull the U.S. out of NATO, saying the military alliance was designed to ensure security in

France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions
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Investor Artisan Partners backs Unilever's plan to sell food unit 

Artisan Partners, which has a history of driving strategic change at consumer companies, welcomed Unilever's decision on Tuesday to merge its food business

Investor Artisan Partners backs Unilever's plan to sell food unit 
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France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot

France suspects a pro-Iranian group known as HAYI to be behind a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices, its anti-terrorism

France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match

Spanish police launched an investigation on Wednesday into Islamophobic and xenophobic chants during Tuesday's friendly against Egypt which also drew

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud

The European Chief Prosecutor on Wednesday asked Greece to lift the immunity of 11 lawmakers to allow an investigation into their role in a farm aid fraud scandal which has

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud
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Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend

New registrations of Tesla cars tripled in France during March to just shy of a two-year-old record high, and more than

Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend
Europe|Technology|World

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction

Italian senators on Wednesday presented a draft law to tackle social media addiction that seeks to increase the responsibility of online platforms for the way content is

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa has advanced to the Europa League semifinals by beating Bologna 4-0

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion

China will at one point have to engage more directly on how to restore oil traffic flows in the Strait of Hormuz because the number of vessels it has going through is

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies

Tensions between the United States and NATO allies flared up as President Donald Trump said he was considering pulling the U.S.

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies
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Russia says its troops have taken full control of Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine

The Russian Defence Ministry said on Wednesday that its forces had taken full control of the Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine, suggesting they had wrested control of a

Russia says its troops have taken full control of Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Can Trump pull the US out of NATO?

President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to pull the United States out of NATO due to its European members' refusal to send ships to unblock

Can Trump pull the US out of NATO?
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will visit Washington next week for what a spokesperson for the military alliance called

NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
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Swiss inflation hits one-year high as fuel prices rise

Swiss inflation rose to its highest level in a year in March, government data showed on Thursday, albeit less than expected, as the country absorbed higher

Swiss inflation hits one-year high as fuel prices rise
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine scrambles to supply air defenses as large-scale Russia attacks kill 16

Russia has launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine, targeting civilian areas with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

Ukraine scrambles to supply air defenses as large-scale Russia attacks kill 16
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Humpback whale 'Timmy' struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany

A young humpback whale named Timmy by rescuers was struggling to find its way out of shallow bays off the Baltic coast of Germany on Sunday morning, after a week-long

Humpback whale 'Timmy' struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany
Crime|Europe|World

Lithuania to seek US help in Epstein-linked trafficking probe

Lithuania is preparing a request to the United States for cooperation in its investigation into potential human trafficking with links to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Lithuania to seek US help in Epstein-linked trafficking probe
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law

Eight Muslim-majority countries "strongly condemned" Israel's move to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military

Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|US

Chronology of Nancy Guthrie abduction case in Arizona

The following is a chronology of key developments in what authorities describe as the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC's "Today" show co-anchor Savannah

Chronology of Nancy Guthrie abduction case in Arizona
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Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic

Pope Leo last May became the first U.S. leader of the global Catholic Church, but for the initial 10 months of his tenure he mostly avoided comment

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic
Economy|Europe

ECB yet to see big second-round inflation impacts from energy price surge, policymaker Kazaks says

The European Central Bank cannot take an April 30 interest rate hike off the table just yet, even if energy prices are not far from the baseline

ECB yet to see big second-round inflation impacts from energy price surge, policymaker Kazaks says
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Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push

Stellantis and Microsoft said on Thursday they agreed to a five‑year strategic partnership to co-develop artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and engineering

Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery

Investors pressed Mercedes-Benz on its recovery plans for China on Thursday, warning that a luxury-focused strategy could hurt the German

Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European corporate earnings set for meagre growth, barring energy majors

European blue-chip companies are set to deliver meagre profit growth in the first quarter, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, though energy majors are

European corporate earnings set for meagre growth, barring energy majors
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Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers

French President Emmanuel Macron urged high school pupils on Thursday to switch off their phones and read,

Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers
Europe|Political|World

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Thursday that she agreed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to work in the coming weeks to strengthen the

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says
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Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs

Spanish Finance Minister Carlos Cuerpo called on Thursday for more joint EU debt issuance, arguing the lower cost of borrowing that would follow would save taxpayers'

Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs
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Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say

A 14-year-old student who shot dead eight fellow pupils at a school in Turkey had used an image referencing a 2014 U.S. mass killer, Elliot Rodger, on his WhatsApp profile

Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German government halves 2026 growth forecast to 0.5% amid Iran war, source says

The German government has halved its growth forecast for 2026 and has also cut its growth prediction for 2027, while raising its inflation projections, a

German government halves 2026 growth forecast to 0.5% amid Iran war, source says
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Calm judgment will prevail over haste at ECB, Rehn says

The European Central Bank still has a chance to look past the current inflation shock and calm judgment must prevail over haste, Finnish central bank chief Olli Rehn

Calm judgment will prevail over haste at ECB, Rehn says
Europe|Political|World

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's defeat in the elections on Sunday has prompted calls from some of his loyalists for the conservative leader to

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB wary of premature hike at March meeting, accounts show

European Central Bank policymakers were wary of raising interest rates prematurely when they met last month amid growing fears of a new energy-driven surge in euro zone

ECB wary of premature hike at March meeting, accounts show
Environment|Europe|World

Storm batters Greece, killing one, flooding homes and disrupting travel

A man died and dozens of homes were flooded after heavy rain and gale-force winds battered Greece, leaving authorities rushing to repair damage on Thursday.

Storm batters Greece, killing one, flooding homes and disrupting travel
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Four suspects in foiled BofA Paris bombing put in pre-trial detention

A man and three minors have been put in pre-trial detention as part of investigations into a foiled March bomb attack on the Bank of America's Paris office, authorities said

Four suspects in foiled BofA Paris bombing put in pre-trial detention
Arts|Crime|Europe

Stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse were probably uninsured, market sources say

Three paintings by French masters Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne and Henri Matisse stolen from a museum in northern Italy last week were

Stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse were probably uninsured, market sources say
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S.

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force
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At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints

Sandor Toth has been running his pub in a small village in the hilly northeast of Hungary for 43 years, witnessing the

At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|World

Paris police tighten security after foiled bomb attack

France has increased security at sensitive sites across Paris after a foiled bomb attack on Bank of America's offices that prompted some other U.S. banks

Paris police tighten security after foiled bomb attack
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic will begin talks on Friday as part of what he has billed as a way to lift the country out of a political crisis but which critics have

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports

Russia will ask the United States and Israel to ensure a ceasefire while it evacuates more Russian staff from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, RIA news agency

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it  evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

BP names Carol Howle as deputy CEO, to oversee portfolio review, strategy

BP named Carol Howle as deputy chief executive on Thursday and said she would oversee the company's ongoing portfolio review and strategy development.

BP names Carol Howle as deputy CEO, to oversee portfolio review, strategy
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Polish prosecutors to investigate attack on Polish UN soldiers in Lebanon

Polish prosecutors have opened an investigation into a bomb attack that wounded a Polish soldier who was part of a U.N. peacekeeping patrol in Lebanon, the District

Polish prosecutors to investigate attack on Polish UN soldiers in Lebanon
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Europe's main stock index trimmed losses on renewed hopes of a reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz, even as U.S.

European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB's Villeroy says it is too soon to say when rates could rise

The European Central Bank's next interest rate move will very likely be an increase although it is still too early to say when it will start hiking, ECB policymaker Francois

ECB's Villeroy says it is too soon to say when rates could rise
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Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election

U.S.

Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election
Education|Europe|Health|Technology

Ahead of Greek social media ban, parents desperate to separate children from phones

Greek mother Georgia Efstathiou has tried everything to loosen the grip that social media has on her 14-year-old son: heart-to-

Ahead of Greek social media ban, parents desperate to separate children from phones
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X

Rima Hassan, a French far-left member of the European Parliament, will face trial in July over a comment she posted on X last month about a 1970s attack on an Israeli

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive

Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's powerful Security Council, said on Friday that Moscow should drop its "tolerant attitude" towards Ukraine's possible EU

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping

Hyundai Motor said on Friday that exports to Europe and North Africa, which typically transit through the Middle East, were being disrupted

Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows

Russia's services sector contracted in March for the first time in six months as demand softened and new orders broadly stalled, a business survey showed on Friday.

Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows
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Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the frontline situation for Ukraine was the best since the middle of last year, adding that Kyiv's troops had foiled a

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months
Europe|World

Russian forces maintain day-long drone barrage of Ukraine's Kharkiv

Russian forces maintained a day-long barrage of drone strikes on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, on Thursday, injuring at least two people, local

Russian forces maintain day-long drone barrage of Ukraine's Kharkiv
Crime|Europe|World

Greek PM reshuffles cabinet as EU aid farm fraud probe widens

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reshuffled his cabinet on Friday, as he seeks to limit the fallout from a growing scandal

Greek PM reshuffles cabinet as EU aid farm fraud probe widens
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Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum

Italy's culture undersecretary Gianmarco Mazzi was sworn in on Friday as the country's new tourism minister, the latest change in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government

Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis

The NATO alliance has in recent years survived existential challenges - ranging from the war

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on lawmakers to pass key legislation next week to avert a funding crisis, help Ukraine fight the war against Russia, and

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance
Crime|Europe|World

Prosecutors open hate speech probe against French rolling news channel CNews

The Paris prosecutor's office said on Friday it had opened an investigation into French news channel CNews for possible hate speech after alleged racist comments about Bally

Prosecutors open hate speech probe against French rolling news channel CNews
Arts|Business|Europe|Food|Sports|Technology

French Open prize money up 10% to $72 million overall

French Open prize money has increased by about 10% for an overall pot of 61.7 million euros ($72.1 million)

French Open prize money up 10% to $72 million overall
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Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two

A large-scale daytime Russian strike killed at least two people in Ukraine on Friday, officials said, in what President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say

Russia's Baltic oil export hubs at Ust-Luga and Primorsk remain unable to handle shipments after a series of Ukrainian drone attacks, prompting the country's refineries to find

Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say
Arts|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Cyberattack targeted Italy's Uffizi but nothing stolen, museum says

Florence's Uffizi Galleries said on Friday they had been hit by a cyberattack earlier this year, but denied a newspaper report that the incident caused a major security

Cyberattack targeted Italy's Uffizi but nothing stolen, museum says
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In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced greater security co-operation with Turkey after meeting his counterpart Tayyip

In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner could travel to Kyiv in April, the Ukrainian president's top aide Kyrylo Budanov said on Saturday, amid efforts to revive peace

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says
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Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security

The European Union should end sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports, take steps to restore Druzhba oil pipeline flows and end the war in Ukraine to tackle the energy

Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit

The family of Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre on Saturday urged Britain's King Charles to meet with survivors during his state visit to the United

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances

British police arrested a fourth person in connection with an arson attack on Jewish community ambulances, with the detention happening at a London court

UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children

Pope Leo led a candle-lit service with thousands of Catholics inside Rome's famed Colosseum on Friday evening that featured prayers for war orphans and

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Two more detained over arson attack on Czech defence factory

Authorities detained two more people in connection with the arson attack on a Czech optics and drone factory last month, Czech police and a public prosecutor's office said

Two more detained over arson attack on Czech defence factory
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drones attacked cargo vessel that sank, killing one, Russia-installed official says

A cargo ship carrying wheat sank in the Sea of ​​Azov after coming under attack from Ukrainian drones, a Russia-installed official said on Sunday, leaving one person dead

Ukrainian drones attacked cargo vessel that sank, killing one, Russia-installed official says
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé's trophyless streak in the Champions League continues after move to Real Madrid

It’s been almost two years since Kylian Mbappé left Paris Saint-Germain to join Real Madrid, in part to try and win the Champions League

Mbappé's trophyless streak in the Champions League continues after move to Real Madrid
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Russian Baltic port resumes crude loading after attacks, Bloomberg News reports

Russia's key Baltic port of Ust-Luga resumed crude loading after days of disruptions amid multiple Ukrainian drone attacks in the region, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday.

Russian Baltic port resumes crude loading after attacks, Bloomberg News reports
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Explosives found near pipeline that carries Russian gas to Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called an emergency defence council meeting on Sunday after powerful explosives were

Explosives found near pipeline that carries Russian gas to Hungary
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

British royals gather for Easter service, with Andrew and his family absent

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the traditional Easter service at Windsor Castle on Sunday, joined by his eldest son and heir to the throne Prince William

British royals gather for Easter service, with Andrew and his family absent
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Ships near Italy rescue 32 migrants, 71 lost at sea, charities say

Two merchant vessels near the Italian coast recovered the bodies of two migrants and rescued 32 survivors from a boat trying to cross to Europe from Libya on Easter weekend,

Ships near Italy rescue 32 migrants, 71 lost at sea, charities say
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On Easter, Pope Leo urges world leaders to end wars, renounce conquest

Pope Leo urged global leaders in his Easter message on Sunday to end the conflicts raging across the world and abandon any schemes for power,

On Easter, Pope Leo urges world leaders to end wars, renounce conquest
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Ukraine regains control of frontline areas in southeast and east, army chief says

Ukraine has regained control of 480 sq. km (185 sq. miles) of territory in the southeastern and eastern parts of the front since late January, its army chief Oleksandr

Ukraine regains control of frontline areas in southeast and east, army chief says
Europe|Political|World

Germany works to clarify new rules on fighting-age men leaving country

Germany's armed forces are working on clarifying a provision in a recently updated military service law that requires fighting-age men to gain permission to

Germany works to clarify new rules on fighting-age men leaving country
Economy|Education|Europe|Political|World

Younger Hungarian voters spurn Orban, some say they will leave if he is re-elected

As Hungary heads towards a pivotal election, voters who came of age under Prime Minister Viktor Orban

Younger Hungarian voters spurn Orban, some say they will leave if he is re-elected
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Marie-Louise Eta, the Bundesliga's first female coach, just wants to get on with her job

Union Berlin's Marie-Louise Eta says she understands the commotion over becoming the first female head coach in the Bundesliga

Marie-Louise Eta, the Bundesliga's first female coach, just wants to get on with her job
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Russian drones kill mother, 2-year-old daughter in Ukraine's Odesa

Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine's Black Sea port of Odesa overnight on Monday, killing a 30-year-old mother and her two-year-old daughter, and one more

Russian drones kill mother, 2-year-old daughter in Ukraine's Odesa
Crime|Europe|Political

Greek PM urges swift action over probe into EU farm fraud scandal

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged EU prosecutors on Monday to decide swiftly whether to indict lawmakers from his centre-right New Democracy party as part of a

Greek PM urges swift action over probe into EU farm fraud scandal
Election|Europe|Political|World

Spanish PM's party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls

Spain's ruling Socialist Party has gained voter support amid Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's staunch opposition to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, while far-right Vox, which

Spanish PM's party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls
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Romanian court lifts judicial controls against Andrew Tate, pending investigation

A Romanian court on Monday lifted all preventative judicial control measures against internet personality Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan pending a criminal

Romanian court lifts judicial controls against Andrew Tate, pending investigation
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Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says

MOSCOW, April 6 - A Russian ship carrying wheat that was believed to have sunk in the Sea of Azov after a Ukrainian drone attack has been found and towed to shore, while the death toll from the attack

Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says
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Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says

The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday urged governments to respect the rules of war in word and deed after U.S.

Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says
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ECB's Stournaras says euro zone monetary policy will depend on size of energy disruption

European Central Bank policymaker Yannis Stournaras said on Monday that the appropriate euro zone monetary policy will depend on the size and nature of energy supply

ECB's Stournaras says euro zone monetary policy will depend on size of energy disruption
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Ukraine missile maker targets 'game changer' air defence system by 2027

Fire Point, maker of Ukraine's Flamingo cruise missile, is in talks with European companies to launch a new air defence system by next year, a senior

Ukraine missile maker targets 'game changer' air defence system by 2027
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he stands by ceasefire proposal to Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that he stood by a proposal made to Russia for a ceasefire contingent on Moscow halting all attacks on energy infrastructure.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he stands by ceasefire proposal to Russia
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British carmakers seek clarity on 'Made in EU' rule as trade risks grow

The UK's automotive industry group SMMT said on Thursday carmakers need clarity now on whether Britain will count as 'Made in EU' in the European

British carmakers seek clarity on 'Made in EU' rule as trade risks grow
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Mark Mobius, 'Indiana Jones of emerging markets,' dies at 89

Mark Mobius, widely credited as a pioneer in emerging markets investing, died on Wednesday at the age of 89, according to a statement on his

Mark Mobius, 'Indiana Jones of emerging markets,' dies at 89
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European banks can withstand current shocks, watchdog head says

European lenders are resilient enough to absorb current financial and geopolitical shocks but need to prepare for future uncertainties including

European banks can withstand current shocks, watchdog head says
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German rescuers plan to use air cushions to save Timmy the stranded whale

Germans are preparing a rescue operation for a sick humpback whale stranded off the Baltic Sea coast

German rescuers plan to use air cushions to save Timmy the stranded whale
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ECB must be patient, even if adverse scenario may be materialising: policymaker

The euro zone economy may be moving towards the European Central Bank's adverse scenario but policymakers need to remain patient and not rush any

ECB must be patient, even if adverse scenario may be materialising: policymaker
Europe|World

Ukraine says it downs 31 missiles, 636 drones in Russian attacks over past 24 hours

Ukraine's air force downed or neutralised 31 Russian missiles and 636 drones in attacks at the country over the past 24 hours, it said on Thursday.

Ukraine says it downs 31 missiles, 636 drones in Russian attacks over past 24 hours
Economy|Europe|World

ECB may not have rate-hike evidence by April 30 meeting, policymaker says

The European Central Bank may not have all the data this month to determine if interest rates will have to be raised to tame an inflation surge and the June meeting

ECB may not have rate-hike evidence by April 30 meeting, policymaker says
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German banks examine risks of Anthropic's Mythos with authorities

German banks and national authorities are examining risks around Anthropic's new artificial intelligence model, an official said on Thursday, amid concerns

German banks examine risks of Anthropic's Mythos with authorities
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up

Over 90 journalists from Hungarian state news agency MTI have demanded the immediate restoration of impartial news coverage following election winner

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up
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European shares muted with Middle East developments, corporate results in focus

European shares were little changed on Thursday as markets weighed progress toward a potential resolution to the Middle East conflict, while

European shares muted with Middle East developments, corporate results in focus
Australia|Celebrity|Europe|Health|Technology|Travel|World

Prince Harry praises Australia's leadership on social media ban as Meghan tells of online bullying

Britain's Prince Harry on Thursday praised Australia's "epic" leadership on curbing harmful social media use for teens, as his wife Meghan, Duchess of

Prince Harry praises Australia's leadership on social media ban as Meghan tells of online bullying
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Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote

There are many reliable ways to meddle in a Bulgarian election.

Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year

Russia unleashed its deadliest attack so far this year on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing at least 17

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
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Google should allow third-party search engines access to data, EU says

The European Commission has proposed that Google allow third-party search engines to access its search data, including that of artificial intelligence chatbots with

Google should allow third-party search engines access to data, EU says
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President Zelenskiy accepts Roosevelt award for Ukraine's fight for freedom

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday held a moment of silence for victims of extensive overnight Russian air attacks as he

President Zelenskiy accepts Roosevelt award for Ukraine's fight for freedom
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Kering CEO pledges to double profit margins and revive Gucci brand​

Kering CEO Luca de Meo pledged to more than double the luxury group's operating profit margin and boost the appeal of its flagship brand Gucci

Kering CEO pledges to double profit margins and revive Gucci brand​
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Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket

In a grassy valley in rural southern Bulgaria, farmer Nikolay Vasiliev is desperate for change.

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket
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The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete

The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete

The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete
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Spain services sector grows but costs soar, confidence weakens amid war, PMI shows

Spain's services sector expanded faster in March but demand softened, costs rose at the fastest pace in nearly three years and confidence weakened amid the war in the

Spain services sector grows but costs soar, confidence weakens amid war, PMI shows
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Italy service sector contracts for first time in 16 months, survey shows

Italy's service sector contracted in March for the first time in 16 months, a business survey showed on Tuesday, as domestic and foreign demand declined and costs surged in

Italy service sector contracts for first time in 16 months, survey shows
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Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister

The Iran war has put U.S. global leadership on the line, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said, expressing fear about the "madness" of nuclear escalation.

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister
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Euro zone growth slows to nine-month low on surging costs, PMI shows

The euro zone's private sector expansion weakened sharply in March as the Middle East war drove up energy costs and disrupted supply chains, with overall demand - a key

Euro zone growth slows to nine-month low on surging costs, PMI shows
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France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows

France's services sector contracted further in March as client spending weakened due to the war in the Middle East and caution among businesses in the run-up to last month's

France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says

Cameroon said Russian authorities have confirmed the deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting against Ukraine, the first time the Central African country has spoken about the

Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says
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ASML shares fall on US Congress plan to further restrict China exports

Shares of computer chip equipment maker ASML dipped on Tuesday, the first trading day after U.S. lawmakers last week proposed a law that could further restrict the

ASML shares fall on US Congress plan to further restrict China exports
Europe|World

US remarks on NATO are pushing Europe to seek alternative security options, Spain says

Recent U.S. complaints about NATO allies and threats to quit the alliance are pushing European countries to seek alternative security

US remarks on NATO are pushing Europe to seek alternative security options, Spain says
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'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban offered last year to help Russian President Vladimir Putin "in any way", such as by hosting a summit in Budapest to settle the war

'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports
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Oil surges on US blockade of Iran

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Oil futures jumped back over $100 at the open in Asia on Monday, the dollar fell and stocks were down as U.S.-Iran talks

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran
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Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses

Russian attacks on Ukraine's southeast on Tuesday killed eight people and injured more than two dozen others, officials said, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of escalating strikes

Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

Heads of IEA, IMF, World Bank to meet next Monday to discuss energy crisis

The leaders of the International Energy Agency, the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank will discuss the energy crisis triggered by the Iran war next Monday, IEA

Heads of IEA, IMF, World Bank to meet next Monday to discuss energy crisis
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Key quotes from Vance and Orban's news conference

U.S.

Key quotes from Vance and Orban's news conference
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European shares decline as markets turn wary ahead of Trump's Iran deadline

European shares retreated on Tuesday, led by declines in defence and healthcare stocks, as investors turned cautious ahead of U.S.

European shares decline as markets turn wary ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
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Kanye West refused entry to UK, Wireless Festival cancelled

Britain has blocked U.S. rapper Kanye West from travelling to the country to headline London's Wireless Festival in July over his past

Kanye West refused entry to UK, Wireless Festival cancelled
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Portugal says U.S. uses Azores base on condition no civilian infrastructure targeted

Portugal said it had authorised 76 landings by U.S. aircraft at the Lajes air base in the Azores and 25 overflights of its territory since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war

Portugal says U.S. uses Azores base on condition no civilian infrastructure targeted
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo calls Trump's threat against Iran 'truly unacceptable'

Pope Leo said on Tuesday that threats against the population of Iran are "unacceptable," in an unusual appeal hours after U.S.

Pope Leo calls Trump's threat against Iran 'truly unacceptable'
Europe|World

Germany's young men do not need permit for foreign travel, ministry said

Young men will continue to be able to travel abroad without prior permission despite Germany's new military service law, the defence ministry said on

Germany's young men do not need permit for foreign travel, ministry said
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Vance says EU is meddling in Hungary's election as he backs Orban in Budapest

U.S.

Vance says EU is meddling in Hungary's election as he backs Orban in Budapest
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

'Europe is a bit of a mess', Donald Trump Jr. tells panel in Bosnia

President Donald Trump's eldest son visited Bosnia's Serb Republic on Tuesday, a trip widely seen as a gesture of support for its ousted pro-

'Europe is a bit of a mess', Donald Trump Jr. tells panel in Bosnia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Reform UK threatens to deny visas to citizens of countries demanding reparations

Nigel Farage's Reform UK said on Tuesday it was proposing to deny visas to people from countries seeking amends for transatlantic slavery, a move swiftly

Reform UK threatens to deny visas to citizens of countries demanding reparations
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French nationals leave Iran after three and a half years amid softer France tone on war

Two French nationals were heading home on Tuesday after Iran allowed them to leave the country following three and a half years in detention, a surprise move

French nationals leave Iran after three and a half years amid softer France tone on war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French Foreign Minister Barrot hopes Trump does not go ahead with threat against Iran

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Tuesday that he hoped U.S. President Trump would not go ahead with his latest threats against Iran.

French Foreign Minister Barrot hopes Trump does not go ahead with threat against Iran
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy receives international prize honoring his and Ukraine's courage and resilience

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is receiving the prestigious International Four Freedoms Award

Zelenskyy receives international prize honoring his and Ukraine's courage and resilience
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Bayern Munich knocks out Real Madrid in epic to reach Champions League semifinals

Luis Díaz and Michael Olise scored late for the Bavarian powerhouse to beat Madrid 4-3 and advance to the Champions League semifinals

Bayern Munich knocks out Real Madrid in epic to reach Champions League semifinals
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe

Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was

Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was

Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was
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London police arrest two after synagogue targeted in attempted arson attack

London police arrest two after synagogue targeted in attempted arson attack

London police arrest two after synagogue targeted in attempted arson attack
Business|Europe|Finance|World

Russia warns drone plans for Ukraine are pulling Europe deeper into war

Russia's defence ministry warned on Wednesday that European plans to step up drone supplies to Ukraine are dragging those countries deeper into a war with Russia.

Russia warns drone plans for Ukraine are pulling Europe deeper into war
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ECB in 'relatively favorable' policy position, Schnabel says

The European Central Bank is in a "relatively favorable" position on monetary policy after having successfully brought down inflation to 2% before the

ECB in 'relatively favorable' policy position, Schnabel says
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight and throughout the day on Wednesday with hundreds of drones and missiles, targeting port infrastructure in the south, killing two people and

Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Asia shows interest in Ukraine's maritime defence expertise, Zelenskiy says

The Ukrainian military is participating in consultations on the Strait of Hormuz, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday, adding that Ukraine's maritime defence

Asia shows interest in Ukraine's maritime defence expertise, Zelenskiy says
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Inflation scars risk quickly lifting expectations; ECB must be ready to act: policymaker

Euro zone inflation expectations are at risk of rising more quickly than in the past and the European Central Bank must be ready to raise interest rates

Inflation scars risk quickly lifting expectations; ECB must be ready to act: policymaker
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UBS loses bid to limit liability for Nazi-linked crimes, US judge's ruling shows

A U.S. judge on Tuesday rejected UBS' bid to clarify a $1.25 billion settlement from 1999 of Holocaust-related litigation against Swiss banks by

UBS loses bid to limit liability for Nazi-linked crimes, US judge's ruling shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Italy discovers 'silver housing' as traditional elder care buckles

As Italians live longer and traditional family care weakens, growing numbers of sprightly seniors are tempted by new

Italy discovers 'silver housing' as traditional elder care buckles
Education|Europe|Political|World

Greece expected to announce social media ban for children under 15

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected on Wednesday to announce a ban on access to social media for children under the age of 15, according to a government briefing.

Greece expected to announce social media ban for children under 15
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Stellantis in advanced talks to develop Opel EV with China's Leapmotor, sources say

Stellantis is in advanced talks with Leapmotor to jointly develop an Opel-branded electric SUV that would use the Chinese automaker's technology and be produced at

Stellantis in advanced talks to develop Opel EV with China's Leapmotor, sources say
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement

EU leaders on Wednesday welcomed the two-week ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran. "I welcome the two-week ceasefire the US and Iran agreed last night.

EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said about 15 countries were planning to facilitate the resumption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the

More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says
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Germany's February industrial orders up, albeit far below forecasts

German industrial orders climbed in February from a month earlier but fell far short of expectations, underscoring less-than-robust business conditions for the

Germany's February industrial orders up, albeit far below forecasts
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UK builders report biggest leap in cost inflation on record, PMI shows

British construction firms reported the biggest rise in cost inflation from one month to the next on record in March and the Iran war also hit new orders and confidence in

UK builders report biggest leap in cost inflation on record, PMI shows
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia says it welcomes Iran ceasefire, hopes US will now resume Ukraine talks

The Kremlin on Wednesday welcomed a two-week ceasefire agreed between the United States and Iran, and said Russia hopes that the U.S. will now have the time and scope to

Russia says it welcomes Iran ceasefire, hopes US will now resume Ukraine talks
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 10 suspects over Istanbul gun attack outside Israeli consulate, media reports

Turkish authorities have detained 10 people in connection with Tuesday's gun attack near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul as the investigation widened, Turkish media

Turkey detains 10 suspects over Istanbul gun attack outside Israeli consulate, media reports
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to "respond in kind" if Moscow

Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine renews attacks on Russian energy sites - what has been hit?

Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian energy facilities in recent weeks as peace talks have failed to make progress.

Ukraine renews attacks on Russian energy sites - what has been hit?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion

France plans to add a further 36 billion euros ($39 billion) to its defence spending between now and 2030 under an updated military planning law that expands

France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Vance says Trump is 'impatient' about progress on Iran

U.S.

Vance says Trump is 'impatient' about progress on Iran
Europe|Political|World

Russia says some in EU are helping election rivals of Hungary's Orban

Russia said on Wednesday that some political forces in the European Union were opposed to the re-election bid of Hungarian Prime

Russia says some in EU are helping election rivals of Hungary's Orban
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Tisza party seen winning two-thirds majority in parliament, Median projection shows

Hungary's opposition party Tisza is on track to win a two-thirds parliamentary majority in Sunday's election, allowing it to amend the constitution and key laws needed to

Hungary's Tisza party seen winning two-thirds majority in parliament, Median projection shows
Africa|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday welcomed a ceasefire declared in the Iran war, urging its full implementation on the ground and warning against any

Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation
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Sport-Women's elite sports revenues to reach $3 billion in 2026, Deloitte says

Global revenues in women's elite sports will reach at least $3 billion for the first time in 2026, marking an increase of 25% compared to last year, Deloitte said in a report on

Sport-Women's elite sports revenues to reach $3 billion in 2026, Deloitte says
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italy rules out sending ships to patrol Hormuz Strait without U.N. mandate

Italy will not send any ships to help police the Hormuz Strait area following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran unless it is authorised by the

Italy rules out sending ships to patrol Hormuz Strait without U.N. mandate
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Norwegian Nobel Committee condemns Russia's treatment of rights group Memorial

The Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Wednesday it was condemning "Russia's attempt to criminalise Memorial" and to designate the human rights group, a co-recipient of the

Norwegian Nobel Committee condemns Russia's treatment of rights group Memorial
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope Leo praises Iran war ceasefire after criticizing Trump threat

Pope Leo on Wednesday praised the two-week ceasefire in the Iran war, hours after calling U.S.

Pope Leo praises Iran war ceasefire after criticizing Trump threat
Crime|Europe|World

Macron welcomes home two French nationals freed after years in Iran jail

President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday welcomed home two French nationals released after three and a half years in detention in Iran, calling their

Macron welcomes home two French nationals freed after years in Iran jail
Asia|Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says

Iran could open the Strait of Hormuz in a limited and controlled way on Thursday or Friday ahead of a meeting between U.S. and Iranian officials in Pakistan, a senior

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Developing countries in Europe, Central Asia face slowdown, World Bank says

Emerging and developing economies in Europe and Central Asia face a sharp slowdown this year under a scenario of a large but temporary rise in energy prices from the

Developing countries in Europe, Central Asia face slowdown, World Bank says
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World Bank expects stronger exports to lift Western Balkans growth to average 3.1% in 2026-27

Economic growth for six Western Balkans countries is projected to increase to 3.1% on average in 2026 and 2027 on stronger exports and public investment after a slowdown

World Bank expects stronger exports to lift Western Balkans growth to average 3.1% in 2026-27
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal outlasts Sporting Lisbon to set up Champions League semifinal against Atletico Madrid

It’s back-to-back Champions League semifinals for Arsenal

Arsenal outlasts Sporting Lisbon to set up Champions League semifinal against Atletico Madrid
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|Technology

Swatch urges shareholders to vote against activist investor's bid for board seat

Swatch has once again opposed GreenWood Investors' bid for a seat on the board and has urged shareholders to vote against the activist investor at its upcoming annual

Swatch urges shareholders to vote against activist investor's bid for board seat
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia denies Ukrainian intelligence assessment that its hackers have teamed up with Iran's for cyberattacks

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that Ukrainian intelligence assessments that Russian and Iranian hackers have joined forces, reported

Russia denies Ukrainian intelligence assessment that its hackers have teamed up with Iran's for cyberattacks
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz speaks with Trump after Iran ceasefire, sources says

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke with U.S.

Germany's Merz speaks with Trump after Iran ceasefire, sources says
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TikTok to build a second billion-euro data centre in Finland

TikTok plans to invest 1 billion euros ($1.16 billion) to build a second data centre in Finland in less than a year as

TikTok to build a second billion-euro data centre in Finland
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Hungarian minister offered to send Russia EU document in leaked audio

Hungary's foreign minister offered to send his Russian counterpart a document about Ukraine's European Union accession, leaked recordings purported to show on Wednesday, in the

Hungarian minister offered to send Russia EU document in leaked audio
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political

Protests over high fuel costs clog Dublin, other Irish cities for second day

Protesters calling for further government help to lower the cost of fuel clogged up busy thoroughfares and motorways with parked

Protests over high fuel costs clog Dublin, other Irish cities for second day
Election|Europe|Political|World

Vance hits out at 'scandalous' Zelenskiy comments about Hungary's Orban

U.S.

Vance hits out at 'scandalous' Zelenskiy comments about Hungary's Orban
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Lufthansa cabin crew union calls one-day strike in Germany

Lufthansa faces a one-day strike this week, the airline's third labor disruption in two months.

Lufthansa cabin crew union calls one-day strike in Germany
Europe|Health|World

Vatican aid convoy to southern Lebanese town forced back by bombardment

Bombardment in southern Lebanon on Tuesday forced a convoy of humanitarian aid organized by the Vatican's embassy for a besieged Christian town to turn back, a priest in

Vatican aid convoy to southern Lebanese town forced back by bombardment
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy summons Israeli ambassador after shots fired at UN in Lebanon

Italy summoned the Israeli ambassador on Wednesday to demand an explanation over shots fired at an Italian convoy in a U.N. mission in Lebanon, the foreign

Italy summons Israeli ambassador after shots fired at UN in Lebanon
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Italy’s Serie A soccer league sounds out private equity for stake in overseas media unit, sources say

Italy’s Serie A soccer league has sounded out private equity investor interest for a minority stake in its international media

Italy’s Serie A soccer league sounds out private equity for stake in overseas media unit, sources say
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European shares pull back as fragile US-Iran truce weighs on sentiment

European shares retreated on Thursday, after their strongest rally in over four years, as investors remained wary about a fragile U.S.-Iran

European shares pull back as fragile US-Iran truce weighs on sentiment
Education|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe rolls out online age verification app to protect young people

Europe rolls out online age verification app to protect young people

Europe rolls out online age verification app to protect young people
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen compares Orban defeat to Hungary's anti-Soviet uprising

April 13 - EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed Hungary's election https://www.reuters.com/world/hungary/elections/ as "a victory for fundamental freedoms", and compared the ousting of

EU's von der Leyen compares Orban defeat to Hungary's anti-Soviet uprising
Business|Europe|World

Portugal, unlike Spain, rejects separate European army

Portugal is against the creation of a separate European army and instead backs strengthening and modernising its armed forces within the U.S.-led NATO

Portugal, unlike Spain, rejects separate European army
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Serbia's president tells military to create units armed with attack drones

The Serbian army should create units with attack drones, President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday, as the Balkan country seeks to modernise its armed forces from its

Serbia's president tells military to create units armed with attack drones