Russian captain in deadly North Sea ship collision faces UK trial
Russian captain Vladimir Motin is on trial in London for manslaughter after his ship collided with a US-chartered tanker in the North Sea in March 2025, killing one crew member.…
Latest news bulletin | January 12th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 12th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Syria: Aleppo residents return after clashes between government and SDF
As fighting eased on Sunday, residents cautiously returned to contested neighbourhoods in the northern city of Aleppo. The area is now controlled by government forces, though unexploded ordnance continues to…
Germany pledges increased Arctic role as Trump says Greenland protected by ‘two dog sleds’
Germany is increasing its Arctic commitments after the US president threatened to seize Greenland, sparking a diplomatic crisis with Europe. Read more at Read More
Kaja Kallas to push new Iran sanctions after deadly crackdown
The measures would build on an extensive EU sanctions framework targeting Iran over human rights violations, nuclear activities, and support for Russia’s war in Ukraine. Read more at Read More
Londoners ditch trousers for laughs during the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride
Over a hundred people brought humor to the London Tube on Sunday by joining the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride, traveling in their underwear to break the winter routine. Read…
Thousands in Paris support Iranian protesters and exiled crown prince
Thousands marched in Paris on 11. January supporting Iranian protesters, waving monarchy flags and calling for the return of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Read more at Read More
Video of bodies outside Tehran morgue raises alarm about Iran crackdown
A verified video shows bodies outside a Tehran morgue, indicating a deadly crackdown on protests in Iran, with human rights groups reporting numerous deaths. Read more at Read More
Hamas says it will dissolve its Gaza government when new Palestinian body takes over
The government and other elements of the truce that went into effect on 10 October, such as disarming Hamas and sending an international security force, are to be supervised by…
Latest news bulletin | January 12th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 12th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…