Why does Russia want Ukraine’s Donbas?
Moscow continues to insist that it wants Kyiv to withdraw its forces from Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region, which Ukraine has been fiercely defending since 2014. What is there, and why…
Rare fresco of Jesus as Good Shepherd discovered in Turkish tomb
A rare 3rd-century fresco of Jesus as the Good Shepherd was discovered near Iznik, Turkey. Read more at Read More
Three years on, former MEP Kaili still awaits trial in case slammed as ‘Belgiangate’
Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini was detained this month in a major fraud probe, as ex-European Parliament Vice-President Eva Kaili remains in legal limbo three years after her…
Hundreds join national strike in Rome against Italy’s 2026 budget plans
Hundreds in Rome protested against Italy’s 2026 budget, demanding more investment in public services over defence, disrupting transport and healthcare. Read more at Read More
Utrecht lifts forest warning after DNA confirms wolf shot was menace known as ‘Bram’
According to the European Commission, there are around 23,000 wild wolves in Europe and the population increased by 35% between 2016 and 2023. Read more at Read More
Analysis: Trump’s trade and tax policies set to widen EU-US innovation gap in 2026
Companies say the EU’s deregulation efforts are insufficient against Trump’s “carrot-and-stick” strategy of pairing generous US tax incentives with a punitive 15% tariff on imports from the EU. Read more…
Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged election interference and cyberattacks
The foreign ministry said that Germany “would take a series of countermeasures to make Russia pay a price for its hybrid actions in close coordination with our European partners.” Read…
Skydiver dangles at 4,500 metres after parachute catches on plane’s tail
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau released the video with its report on its investigation into the mishap. Read more at Read More
Russian strikes cut power and water in Odesa as infrastructure attacks continue
Russia has continued its campaign against Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, causing long power outages across Ukraine. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 12th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 12th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…