Ukraine unveils flying ambulance drone that could save lives in minutes
A Ukrainian company has demonstrated an unusual new battlefield rescue system: a drone capable of carrying a wounded soldier inside an enclosed cabin. Developed by SkyFall, the aircraft, named StarGate,…
Russian missiles spark huge factory fires in Ukraine’s Odesa and Zaporizhzhia
Russian strikes ignited massive fires at businesses in Odesa and Zaporizhzhia as President Zelensky met European leaders for talks. Read More
Macron vows to hold those who sought to “bring down the Republic” accountable after riots
Macron vowed to hold rioters accountable after violent scenes of looting and rioting across France, with unrest deepening political tensions ahead of next year’s presidential election. Read More
Spain changes Ceuta patrol rules over ships’ “innocent passage”
The Spanish Navy has changed its protocol in response to the innocent passage of Moroccan vessels through the waters off Ceuta or Melilla, acting now without requiring higher authorisation. Read…
Tensions remain high in Paris after violent protests across France
Small gatherings and isolated fires were reported at several locations in Paris on Sunday, a day after violent protests in other French cities. Read More
Shopkeepers defend their livelihood from masked looters during the French riots
Shopkeepers in several French cities tried to defend their businesses from looters during Saturday’s unrest, with confrontations leaving stores damaged and owners distressed. Read More
Magyar links French riots to migration, says ‘shocking scenes’ justify hard line
Hungary’s Péter Magyar said riots in France justified his tough migration stance, echoed by Poland’s Donald Tusk. Left-wing critics accused him of exploiting the unrest, despite most protesters being French…
Marine Le Pen warns of ‘threat to democracy’ and blasts ‘exhausted Macronist power’
The far-right candidate for the 2027 presidential election speaks out the day after a day of riots that left France reeling, just as looting resumed in Paris. Read More
Latest news bulletin | October 18th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 18th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
France: Paris, Lyon and Marseille count the cost after violent protests
Streets littered with broken glass, burnt bicycles and debris greeted residents in France on Sunday 18 October, following demonstrations that left extensive damage across Paris, Lyon and Marseille. Read more…