NATO defence chiefs hold ‘candid discussion’ on security guarantees for Ukraine
Assurances that it won’t be invaded again in the future are one of the keys for getting Ukraine to sign up for a peace deal with Russia. Read more at…
Taiwan court sentences ex-legislator’s son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea
Illegal transfers at sea are one of the few ways North Korea, largely isolated from the international community, can obtain fuel because of strict United Nations sanctions against its nuclear…
Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Historic tall ships arrive in Amsterdam for tenth edition of maritime festival SAIL
The first SAIL event was first held in 1975 and this year’s edition coincides with Amsterdam’s 750th birthday. Read More
Homes destroyed and dozens injured in Russian drone barrage on Ukraine
Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, with the Sumy region bearing the brunt as strikes left at least 14 people injured, officials said. Read more…
Russian military drone crashes and explodes in eastern Poland, defence minister says
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told the media that the drone was a Russian version of the Shahed model, which is produced by Iran. Read more at…
Passengers evacuated from Italian airport after ‘lunatic’ sets fire to check-in desks
Tourists fled a blaze at Milan’s Malpensa Airport after a man started a fire in Terminal 1 and caused damage with a hammer, according to reports. Read more at Read…
Terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Mo Chara adjourned by UK court
A member of rap trio Kneecap, Mo Chara, has been released on unconditional bail after appearing in court today, charged with supporting a proscribed terror organisation. Read More
What if James Bond was gay? New London comedy play takes on the battle to cast 007
Loosely inspired by producer Barbara Broccoli, the play follows a fictional producer scrambling to recast 007 after scandal strikes, raising questions about what the world’s most famous spy should look…
Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication’ of beloved Montmartre neighbourhood
Paris welcomed 48,7 million tourists in 2024 and residents say visitor numbers are taking their toll. Read More