Can Russia’s forces push the Ukrainian army out of Kursk region by mid-October?
The Kremlin is said to have tasked its army with pushing Ukrainian forces out of Russia’s Kursk region in less than a month. But how doable is it, especially given…
Dozens of women accuse ex-boss of famous London store Harrods of rape
Dozens of women say they were raped and sexually abused by Mohamed Al Fayed, the former boss of the famous London department store Harrods. Read More
EU to raise €35 billion loan for Ukraine using Russia’s frozen assets, von der Leyen says
Ursula von der Leyen has announced a multi-billion initiative to help Kyiv plug the hole in its state budget and procure more weapons. Read More
Portugal observes day of national mourning after seven die in wildfires
The country has burned more than 121,000 hectares of land since Sunday with seven fatalities. Read More
How will von der Leyen’s nominated team of European Commissioners be scrutinised?
Political leaders have said the European Parliament will show its teeth when holding nominees to account. Read More
Von der Leyen arrives in Kyiv promising Ukraine electricity funds for winter
Russia continues to target the war-torn country’s energy infrastructure, leaving parts of the east in darkness for hours at a time. Read More
Was gender equality made to take a backseat in the next European Commission? | Radio Schuman
The European Commission’s equality portfolio has been merged with the preparedness and crisis management portfolio, raising concerns among NGOs that it may be neglected in EU legislation. Read More
EU and China fail to deliver breakthrough on electric cars dispute, but talks will intensify
Brussels and Beijing have agreed to take a new look at price undertakings, which could avoid extra tariffs on China-made electric vehicles. Read More
Von der Leyen pledges Ukraine €160m in aid, energy support from frozen Russian assets
With 80% of thermal plants destroyed, Kyiv is facing a difficult winter – but some worry EU support means higher prices for Europeans. Read More
Von der Leyen pledges Ukraine €160m in aid, energy support from frozen Russian assets
With 80% of thermal plants destroyed, Kyiv is facing a difficult winter – but some worry EU support means higher prices for Europeans. Read More