Spain government in disarray as conflicting reports swirl over Morocco’s role in Ceuta
The crisis deepened Wednesday after a leaked report alleging Moroccan forces helped push migrants across the border blindsided the government. Madrid denies having ignored warnings of an imminent breach. Read…
Frecciarossa starting tests for new Rome and Milan high-speed rail links to Munich
Trial runs of Frecciarossa trains in Germany and Austria are paving the way for high-speed links between Rome, Milan and Munich. The first services are planned for summer 2027. Read…
Belgium pushes back against new attempt to use Russian assets to support Ukraine
“The reasons behind our opposition have not magically disappeared,” Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot said as a group of EU countries tries to revive the idea of using Russia’s immbolised…
How a quiz show and a dream took Azerbaijan’s Sabah to the Champions League
Azerbaijan’s Sabah Football Club have unexpectedly qualified for the UEFA Champions League, making it one of its most historic achievements to date. Read more at Read More
Conservative and far-right MEPs rally against Spain’s government over Ceuta crisis
Lawmakers from the European People’s Party and Patriots for Europe are accusing Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the Spanish exclave, as a press report suggests the mass entry incident was guided…
EU countries showed ‘broad support’ for moving forward with visa ban for Russian combatants, Kallas says
EU member states showed “broad support” for moving forward with a visa ban for Russian ex-combatants and tougher rules for Russian tourists, EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said, as the…
Matthew Perry three-part documentary coming to Netflix next month
The docuseries debuts on Netflix on 27 October and promises “never-before-heard testimonies” from the actor’s family and friends. Read More
Venice Film Festival: Clooney, conflicts and competition dominate as ceremonies begin
Awards, artificial intelligence, conflicts and climate change. Much of the opening talk at the start of the 83rd Venice Film Festival has revolved around geopolitics, propaganda and the future of…
‘Climate policy must survive, because we want to survive in Europe,’ EU Commission says
Europe cannot afford to choose between climate policy and competitiveness or security, a senior EU official said. Read More
Ukraine formally warns airlines that Russian airspace is unsafe
Kyiv officially notified international aviation authorities of growing risks to civilian aircraft over Russia, a day after President Zelenskyy urged foreign airlines to avoid its airspace. Read More