Has Iran’s Khamenei authorised small nuclear weapons? What we know so far
Speculation is mounting about whether Iran’s supreme leader has approved nuclear weapons development after June’s conflict with Israel devastated its nuclear programme. US intelligence says no. Read more at Read…
Ukrainian families host Christmas dinner for displaced children in Kyiv
Families who have taken in children displaced by the war gathered in Kyiv for a Christmas dinner aimed at offering warmth and a sense of family during the holidays. Read…
Christmas decorations bring festive atmosphere to Damascus
In Damascus’ Old City, home to a small Christian community and historic churches, red baubles, shop decorations and street vendors selling warm chestnuts add a seasonal touch to the streets.…
Travelling to Portugal in the new year? Beware of airport strikes on these dates
A court order mandates that minimum services must be maintained. Read More
Bay of Biscay fishing ban to return in 2026 after proving successful at reducing dolphin deaths
Winter closures in recent years have gained positive results, although the measure will affect around 300 vessels.Read More
Ukraine and US agree on most points of peace plan except Donbas and nuclear plant, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine and the US have agreed on most points of a 20-point peace plan with Russia, but control of Donbas and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant remains contentious, Ukrainian president said.…
Trump’s rollbacks made 2025 a turbulent year for clean energy. So why are experts optimistic?
“Trump’s effort to… harm clean energy just isn’t enough to offset the natural advantages it has,” says one expert.Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 24th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 24th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
AFCON 2025: DR Congo, Senegal, Nigeria and Tunisia make early statements in Morocco
AFCON 2025 burst into life in Morocco as Group C and D action delivered goals, atmosphere and early statements of intent from several tournament favourites. Read More
US visa ban targets former EU Commissioner Breton over alleged social media censorship
Washington announced it banned former EU tech Commissioner Thierry Breton and four other European activists from entering US soil, a decision Breton slammed as a “McCarthy’s witch hunt”. Read More