UN calls for 52-day pause in global wars ahead of Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
UN truce resolutions typically pass with broad majorities and received all 193 votes for the London Games in 2012. Yet signatories have repeatedly broken their own promises. Read More
Rubio skips Berlin Format talks on Ukraine in Munich
Russia’s war on Ukraine is at the top of this year’s agenda at the Munich Security Conference, with European leaders trying to keep the United States involved in efforts to…
Macron says Europe must redesign its security independently, citing ‘holistic’ nuclear deterrence
French President says Europe will have to define its own security parameters independently in the future and says Paris holding strategic nuclear talks with allies for common deterrence. ‘It’s a…
Louvre leak: 19th-century ceiling painted damaged by burst water pipe
The burst water pipe is the latest in a string of setbacks for Louvre managers that have affected the museum’s daily operations since the theft of France’s historic Crown Jewels…
UAE harnesses AI to slash bureaucracy and speed up public services
The UAE is using AI to cut bureaucracy, speed up public services and test new technologies, presenting their work at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, which promoted global dialogue.…
Latest news bulletin | February 13th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 13th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, says it’s a ‘non-issue’
“Enhanced cooperation is not an issue,” António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, saying unity among member states will prevail. Read More
No, Trump hasn’t threatened a 250% tariff on Norway over Olympic gold medals
A viral claim that Trump is slapping heavy tariffs on Norwegian salmon because of the amount of Winter Olympic gold medals the country is winning is fabricated. Read More
‘EU energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as European defence,’ industry warns
Industry bosses warn Europe’s energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as the continent’s security after a series of attacks and sabotage to networks. Read More
France’s ‘French Response’ uses memes and sarcasm to fight disinformation on X
Through posts combining provocation, humour and irony, the “French Response” account has taken potshots at trolls, but also top-level politicians. It is part of a wider strategy led by Paris…