Syria unveils new banknotes removing al-Assad images from currency
President al-Sharaa introduced redesigned bills featuring agricultural symbols, such as oranges and olives, entering circulation 1 January. Read more at Read More
Von der Leyen signals push for Ukraine’s EU accession as Russia derails talks with attack claim
High-stakes diplomacy is set to continue next week, with the “Coalition of the Willing” convening as Ukraine seeks to secure European support. Meanwhile, Von der Leyen doubled down on Ukraine’s…
Russia shows nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system deployed in Belarus
Russia’s Defence Ministry released the first images of an intermediate-range weapon entering service. Analysts identified a former airfield near the Russian border as a likely site. Read more at Read…
Russia shows nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system deployed in Belarus
Russia’s Defence Ministry released the first images of an intermediate-range weapon entering service. Analysts identified a former airfield near the Russian border as a likely site. Read more at Read…
Bienvenue à bord: George Clooney and wife Amal are now officially French citizens
The Oscar-winning actor has praised France’s strict privacy laws, saying his children enjoy a “much better life” without paparazzi. Read More
Channel Tunnel partially reopens but Eurostar still advises passengers to delay travel
The suspension in services impacted thousands of travellers on both sides of the Channel who were aiming to reach end-of-the-year holiday destinations as 2025 draws to a close. Read more…
Eurostar warns passengers not to travel after ‘major disruption’ in Channel Tunnel
The group representing train companies in the UK, National Rail, also warned passengers to change their travel plans and move their bookings to a different date. Read more at Read…
German paratrooper unit probed over alleged abuse, antisemitism and violence
The elite Bundeswehr unit allegedly allowed a culture of misconduct to persist for years, such as antisemitism, sexual assault, and violent rituals. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 30th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 30th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Arise Sir Idris! Hollywood A-lister knighted in King Charles’ New Year’s Honours
Actor Idris Elba has been made a knight in King Charles III New Year’s honours list in recognition of his work to reduce knife crime and poverty and promote education.…