‘Highly likely’ Russia will escalate attacks on EU, Lithuanian minister says
While commending Berlin for attributing the attempted Leipzig drone attack to Russia, Lithuania’s foreign affairs minister warns stronger EU-wide deterrence is needed to prevent further escalation. Read More
Trump hints US may not back UK over Falkland Islands, citing lack of Iran support
The US recognises Britain’s administration of the Falkland Islands but remains neutral over the competing sovereignty claims. Read more at Read More
Lisbon: MOTELX launches 20th edition with expanded programme and plenty of horror
Marking its 20th edition, the festival stretches over more days and more venues, packed with new discoveries and cult favourites at Portugal’s scariest film event. Read More
Former French President Hollande publishes new book with plan for France, but remains undecided about running
François Hollande on Thursday released a book setting out 80 policy proposals. Despite its manifesto tone, the former president says he will wait until December to decide whether to run.…
Two arrested after attack on defence companies in Munich
In Munich, a man and a woman allegedly attempted to carry out an arson attack outside the premises of two defence companies. The pair were arrested. Read more at Read…
Russians skewer authorities for ordering citizens to register their chicken
A government decree requiring registration of domestic birds, camels and reindeer took effect Tuesday, sending Russians to government service centres with live chickens in tow before authorities clarified that owners…
Macron and Burnham hail stronger UK-France ties at Downing Street talks
Burnham and his wife, Marie-France van Heel, welcomed the French president and First Lady Brigitte Macron outside the famous black door of 10 Downing Street. Read More
EU suspension of Brazilian meat comes into force, despite ongoing talks with Brasília
Brazil has yet to provide the necessary guarantees to allow an audit of its beef exports’ compliance with EU food safety standards, while inspections of poultry and honey imports are…
Thousands of Ukrainian children still at risk in Russia as EU prepares new sanctions
Thousands of Ukrainian children remain under Russian control, facing indoctrination, militarisation and the loss of their identity, the Bring Kids Back UA initiative warned as the EU prepares new sanctions…
Iranian café chain mogul jailed and stripped of assets for backing January protests
Sadegh Saeedinia, manager of the Saeedinia café chain, was convicted of “propaganda against national security” for posting about the January protests on Instagram and encouraging staff to strike, in one…