EU proposes fresh sanctions on Russia’s oil, banks, Nord Stream and ‘shadow fleet’
The latest proposal of EU sanctions comes ahead of a summit of G7 leaders, where the revision of the price cap on Russian oil will be high on the agenda.…
Fake war in Ukraine clips from video games mislead millions on social media
Videos allegedly showing Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb — which was carried out by the Ukrainian Security Service on 1 June — have been shared widely online. Read More
Where are children more vulnerable to poverty in the EU?
In 2024, children faced a higher risk of poverty or social exclusion than adults. However, there was a small decrease of 0.6% in the number of children facing this risk…
UK to impose sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers over Gaza comments
Far-right ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir are set to be targeted with sanctions for their comments on the war in Gaza, which British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said “incited…
Pork, electric vehicles, and diplomatic reset: EU-China trade fight heats up
A new wave of trade tensions is unfolding between the European Union and China, just weeks ahead of a pivotal summit in Beijing set for mid-July 2025. Read More
Teenage pupil stabs and kills staff member during bag check in French middle school
The incident occurred as police and staff carried out routine checks aimed at curbing rising school violence. Read More
French MEP Rima Hassan detained in Israel following ‘illegal entry’
The European lawmaker from France Unbowed, whose parliamentary immunity is not valid outside the EU, was a member of the Freedom Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli authorities on Monday.…
Discovery of Byzantine tombs sparks hope for economic renewal in war-town Syrian town
A 1,500-year-old Byzantine tomb complex has been uncovered in Maarat al-Numan, Syria, during reconstruction after years of war. Read More
Crete, Algarve, Mallorca: Where to find Europe’s best beaches for 2025, according to travellers
A Greek beach is back on the list for the first time in four years, soaring up 23 places to secure the number one spot. Read More
New Eurostar services will whisk passengers from the UK to cities in Germany and Switzerland
The new services are expected to begin operating during the early 2030s. Read More