Sweden announces €800 million investment in air and drone defence systems
The investment would cover multiple systems, such as radar and anti-aircraft weapons systems as well as electronic warfare platforms. Read more at Read More
Save Our Sites: UNESCO warns ‘priceless’ Iranian heritage is being destroyed by war
As the war in the Middle East continues, cultural and historical sites in the region are increasingly under threat sparking renewed calls from Middle East states and UNESCO for help…
Armenia’s unique salt mine asthma clinic faces closure as funds dry up
Armenia is home to a rare underground clinic beneath Yerevan, where asthma and allergy patients descend 235 metres into the Avan salt mine to breathe mineral‑rich air in a setting…
Europe and Africa look beyond aid toward a partnership of interest
For decades, Europe has been a key partner to Africa, providing aid development support and shaping governance frameworks, but critics say the model is out of step with a changing…
Germany to create restitution council to return colonia-era acquired cultural artefacts
Germany is setting up a council to oversee the return of cultural property and human remains taken from former colonies. Read More
Latest news bulletin | April 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Controversial Easter confessions: Maurizio Cattelan kicks off sinners hotline
For his latest work, Maurizio Cattelan wants you to confess… Absolution is at stake. To mark the start of Easter, as well as the 21st anniversary of Pope John Paul…
Lebanon hit by fresh Israeli raid and Hezbollah response
Deadly Israeli strikes in Lebanon hit a building in Zebdine, near Nabatieh. The raid came as Hezbollah launched rockets and drones across the border and regional tensions deepened. Read more…
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez
Washington has lifted sanctions on Rodríguez, boosting her legitimacy as a US-recognised leader and opening doors for closer oil and business ties. Read more at Read More
Sahara dust turns skies red over Crete
Strong winds carried Sahara dust across the Mediterranean, turning skies over Crete a striking red and yellow. Scenes captured in Rethymno and Georgioupoli show the sun dimmed by sand, creating…