US and Iran sign deal, but who really won? Here’s what to know
Trump signed the framework deal at Versailles while Pezeshkian signed in Tehran, pledging to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and triggering 60 days of further talks. Analysts say the terms…
Israel says one soldier killed and several injured in clashes following latest strikes in Lebanon
Israeli officials close to Netanyahu say the Likud leader has no intention to give up positions in Lebanon and are engaged in negotiations with the US following the announcement of…
Latest news bulletin | June 18th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 18th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Cristiano Ronaldo faces media backlash as pundits slam Portugal’s display against DR Congo
The 41-year-old Portugal captain was hit by a barrage of criticism after a display that fell short of expectations at what is his sixth and, possibly, last World Cup. Read…
Video: Hundreds of drones target Russia in major Ukrainian attack
Russian officials said Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks of the war. Images and video released by the Russian media showed massive fires raging at the Moscow Oil…
‘The Ring’ and ‘Lilo & Stitch’ actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Horror movie fans will recognize Chase from her performance as Samara Morgan, the main antagonist in American remake of ‘The Ring’. Read More
Baby boom after the summer fairytale: does football joy raise birth rates?
If an entire country is celebrating, does that mean more babies are born nine months later? Following the 2006 and 2014 World Cups, this theory persisted. A look at the…
Crimea will turn into an island, Ukraine’s defence minister says in a message to Russia
Ukraine is methodically cutting off ground lines of communication for Russian forces into occupied Crimea, isolating the peninsula from Moscow’s forces and any supplies from Russia. Read More
Hegseth says Europe must take the lead on building ‘NATO 3.0’
US president Donald Trump has repeatedly pushed for European NATO allies to divert more money to defence spending. Read More
Where is EV charging cheapest and fastest?
Europe’s EV charging network is growing fast, but prices and refuelling point density vary widely across the continent. Europe in Motion breaks down the data. Read More