Putin admits Russian air defences downed Azerbaijan Airlines plane in 2024 that killed 38
The Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet crashed in Aktau on 25 December 2024 while on a flight from Baku to Grozny. Read more at Read More
Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature
Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai has been chosen as the winner “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” Susan Sontag…
European Commission probes alleged Hungarian spy network in Brussels
According to reports that sparked the probe, the undercover spy ring allegedly operated under the cover of the Hungarian permanent representation, which at that time was led by Olivér Várhelyi,…
Spain investigated after sanctioning low cost airlines over hand luggage policies
Michael O’Laery, Ryanair’s CEO, welcomed the opening of the EU procedure at an impromptu press conference on Wednesday. Read More
Ukraine’s new missiles and drones cause gas shortages in Russia, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has poured huge efforts into weapons development and has fast become a global centre for defence innovation. Read more at Read More
September’s ‘persistently high’ land and sea temperatures caused by climate change, report says
September 2025 was the third warmest on record, new data shows.Read More
Israeli strikes continue in Gaza despite announcement of ceasefire deal
Israeli air strikes continued to hit Gaza City on Thursday morning, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump announced what he called a breakthrough ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Read…
Cost of Europe’s extreme weather doubled this decade – and could hit €126 billion by 2029
Europe is being forced to foot an ever-growing bill as damage from weather and climate-related extremes exceeded €44.5 billion in recent years.Read More
At least five killed in past 24 hours in Russian attacks on Ukraine
Three of the victims died in Ukraine’s Sumy region, according to the local authorities. Read more at Read More
Shortages and price rises: US sanctions Serbia’s main oil supplier over Russian-majority control
The measures, which Washington has postponed six times, could lead to fuel shortages and price increases in Serbia. Read more at Read More