New package of Russia sanctions runs into trouble ahead of high-stakes EU summit
A downward revision of the price cap on Russian oil is considered essentially dead after a disappointing G7 summit and the Israel-Iran conflict. Read More
Boost investments in Ukraine defence and stop Russia getting your equipment, Zelenskyy tells NATO
Ukraine’s defence production capacity has jumped from 1 billion in 2022 to 35 billion this year, according to the government. Read More
James Bond in danger: Why is 007 under threat from a property tycoon?
His name is Bond. James Bond. But for how much longer? Read More
EU to revisit suspension of partnership with Israel over violations in Gaza
The EU’s 27 foreign affairs ministers were expected to respond to a recent review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement which found “indications” that Israel breached its human rights obligations with…
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar quizzed by European Parliament
Hungarian authorities sent three different requests to the Parliament seeking to waive the immunity of the opposition leader. Magyar claims this is a part of a political campaign against him.…
As review finds ‘indications’ of Gaza human rights breach, how close are EU-Israel trade relations?
As an EU review finds “indications” that Israel breached its human rights obligations in Gaza, the EU-Israel Association Agreement is now under scrutiny. However, concrete action is not expected to…
Travel warning: Thailand bans tourists from crossing land borders into Cambodia
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said that Thailand will boost screening at land borders and block departing tourists. Read More
France, Germany, Luxembourg: Where do people experience the worst noise pollution in Europe?
Only three countries are estimated to have less than 10 per cent of their populations exposed to harmful noise levels.Read More
Thousands sign petition opposing Kanye West’s headline slot at Slovak music festival
The petition brands Kanye West “one of the world’s most prominent antisemites,” citing, among other things, his sale of a T-shirt featuring a swastika on his website. Read More
In pictures: Winning design selected for UK memorial to Queen Elizabeth II
Foster + Partners wins the contest to transform St James’s Park in central London into tribute to late queen’s “unifying force”. Read More