How Serbia’s turn to the West provoked Putin’s reaction
It is to be seen if Putin has yet crossed Trump’s “red line” and if Washington is willing to unleash more painful sanctions on Russia. One thing is clear –…
Fact-checking Antonio Tajani’s interpretation of the European flag
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has described the European flag as symbolising Europe’s ‘Judeo-Christian roots’, triggering controversy. Read More
EU trade ministers to mull US tariffs as Germany’s Merz cautions calm
US President Donald Trump’s letter warning the EU that 30% tariffs will apply from 1 August unless a deal is reached has turned up pressure on trade negotiations. Read More
EU member states hesitant on Kallas’ 10 options for action against Israel
Ten options for action include suspending visa free travel and blocking imports from the Jewish settlements in response to Israel’s breach of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. Read More
Women who run with bulls at Pamplona’s San Fermín festival remain a minority
Out of 4,000 runners, only 6% of people who participate in the centuries-old tradition of the bull run are women, according to data from Pamplona’s city hall. Read More
Two people feared missing as torrential rain batters Spain’s Catalonia
Several countries in Europe issued weather alerts for heavy rainfall and storms. It comes after a large part of the continent experienced extreme heatwaves. Read More
Zelenskyy slams Russia for intensifying their ‘terror, intimidation’ campaign on Ukraine
Russia fired a record 741 drones and missiles in its largest aerial attack against Ukraine on Wednesday in a significant escalation. Zelenskyy condemned the attacks, adding that it speaks volumes…
Greenland is one of the new frontiers for global race to secure critical minerals
European countries and the US are ramping up efforts to reduce reliance on China for these resources. Read More
Gisèle Pelicot and Pharrell Williams among newly minted Légionnaires d’honneur
A total of 589 people will be decorated at the Élysée Palace on Monday in recognition of their work “in the general interest”. Read More
Leaders of EU and Mexico criticise Trump’s 30% tariffs while urging unity
Several European leaders and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have expressed disappointment at the 30% tariffs US President Donald Trump has announced, but maintained openness to reach a negotiated solution. Read…