Germany supplies Ukraine with natural gas for the first time
Germany is now supplying natural gas to Ukraine via an LNG terminal in the island of Rügen. The move was announced by the Ukrainian energy company Naftogaz. Read more at…
France and Czech SAFE defence loan plans cleared, sources say, but Hungary row looms large
Hungary is holding up two packages of support to Ukraine, including a €90 billion loan the war-torn country needs as a matter of urgency. Read More
‘The world remains unprepared’: Why scientists are calling for a global assessment of climate change
A group of experts is pushing for a global assessment of avoidable climate risks to help inform governments and citizens.Read More
Three French men stand trial for Elysée presidential palace tableware theft
The former silverware keeper of the French presidency, his partner and an agent from the Louvre are on trial for the theft of hundreds of pieces of precious crockery from…
Latest news bulletin | February 27th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 27th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
German ‘DroneHammer’ offers low-cost defence against drones
German firm Skylance unveiled its low-cost “DroneHammer” anti-drone missile as Berlin moves to expand Bundeswehr powers under a reformed Aviation Security Act. Read more at Read More
Von der Leyen to implement contentious Mercosur trade deal despite EU Parliament opposition
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen moved Friday to provisionally implement the contentious Mercosur trade deal, defying a judicial review launched by MEPs that had halted the ratification process. Read…
Angèle returns to Brussels stage after four-year hiatus
Belgian singer Angèle reunited with fans in Brussels, premiering a new music video after four years without releases, drawing thousands and sparking excitement online. Read more at Read More
Democratising investment: unlocking Europe’s dormant capital
Instead of European savings flowing abroad, they could support European projects and innovations. The investment capacity and the technology are there. What remains is the political will to make Europe’s…
Brazil races to find survivors after deadly Minas Gerais floods
For a third consecutive day, rescue teams in Minas Gerais continued searching through mud and debris after landslides killed at least 54 people and displaced thousands amid forecasts of further…