UN agency finds Russia responsible for downing flight MH17 in 2014
The Netherlands and Australia brought the case against Russia before the Montreal-based global aviation agency in 2022. Read more at Read More
Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander released by Hamas after 19 months in captivity
Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, held by Hamas for over 19 months, was released in a goodwill gesture that may pave the way for a new ceasefire with Israel. Read more…
Polish far-right MEPs uncomfortable in Sovereign Nations group
The three Polish members of Europe of Sovereign Nations are unhappy with the group’s stance on Russia. But they will not leave it (for now). Read More
Germany bans biggest ‘Reichsbürger’ group and arrests four of its leaders
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the so-called “Königreich Deutschland” (Kingdom of Germany) group had created a “counter-state”. Read More
Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine after Germany issues ceasefire ultimatum
Ten drones launched by Russia overnight were shot down by air defence units, Ukraine’s air force reported. Read More
Man arrested over fire at UK prime minister’s house
Police are investigating whether the 21-year-old may be connected to three fires in London in recent days. Read More
Cannes Film Festival makes it official: No nudity on the red carpet or any other area of festival
It’s a ‘non merci’ from Cannes to any flesh on the red carpet (or any other area of the festival). The new policy has sparked attention, as sheer and “nude…
Tales of the city: Netflix’s ‘Istanbul Encyclopaedia’ examines Turkey’s clash of cultures
Now streaming on Netflix, Turkish director Selman Nacar’s ‘Istanbul Encyclopedia’ series has won high praise since its release and it’s also revived interest in the unfinished work of a peculiar…
Paris court to rule in Gérard Depardieu’s sexual assault case today
The case is widely seen as a key post- #MeToo test of how French society and its film industry address allegations of sexual misconduct. If convicted by the panel of…
338 days without a government: Can Brussels break the deadlock? | Radio Schuman
Brussels has been without a regional government for almost one year. How is this impacting locals, and expats? Will there be another election to break the deadlock? Read More