Spain holds national strike in solidarity with Palestinians
Thousands of people across Spain took part in a national strike on Tuesday in support of the Palestinian people and to protest what organisers described as the “genocide in Gaza.”…
Von der Leyen keeps the door open to EU enlargement on Western Balkans tour
The European Commission chief continued her Western Balkans tour on Wednesday with a visit to Serbia, urging the country to double its pace on its path to full EU membership.…
Iceland to ‘propose’ higher tourist tax following record-breaking number of visitors
Iceland has witnessed 1.7 million international tourists in the first seven months of 2025 despite reports that its appeal has ‘slumped’. Read More
‘Immediate consequences’: How a US government shutdown could derail global climate progress
From cancelled solar projects to increased pollution, America’s political gridlock is taking a toll on climate goals.Read More
Aid begins to enter Gaza as Israel limits deliveries over alleged Hamas truce violations
Israel says it will only allow 300 trucks carrying aid and food to enter Gaza daily, despite the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas allowing for double that amount. Read…
Syria’s Al-Sharaa seeks extradition of Kremlin ally al-Assad in first Moscow trip
The interim president of Syria arrived on an unprecedented visit to the Russian capital on Wednesday, where he is expected to demand that the Kremlin extradites toppled dictator Bashar al-Assad…
Torrential rains devastate Mexico, leaving 64 dead and dozens missing
More than 300 communities across central and eastern Mexico remained isolated on Tuesday after deadly landslides and flooding swept through the region, leaving at least 64 people dead. Read more…
Belgian police clash with protesters as austerity anger grips Brussels
Belgian police used tear gas and water cannon on Tuesday to disperse tens of thousands of protesters who filled the streets of Brussels to denounce Prime Minister Bart De Wever’s…
Madagascar’s crisis intensifies following dissolution of parliament
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the lower house of parliament on Tuesday, escalating a deepening political crisis after a military rebellion forced him to flee and go into hiding. Read…
Trump threatens to cut finanical support for Argentina if Javier Milei loses election
Trump insisted that a recent $20 billion (€17 billion) assistance package to Argentina, which administration officials strenuously deny is a bailout, was about helping “our neighbours.” Read more at Read…