Venezuela says it will retain ‘sovereignty’ over its oil reserves despite US deal
Venezuela’s acting president says the aim is to turn the country’s underground resources into a “source of social and economic well-being for the people of Venezuela.” Read more at Read…
Is Germany’s Laacher See volcano stirring again? Scientists detect hundreds of deep earthquakes
The Laacher See volcano last erupted around 13,000 years ago. Now, deep below the Eifel, scientists are reporting signs it remains active. Read More
Relief and sorrow in Iceland after EU membership talks referendum fails
The result of the referendum has also been hailed by right-wing figures from across the UK and France. Read More
India and Uzbekistan deepen ties, eye $5bn trade and long-term uranium supplies
The two governments also broadened cooperation on critical minerals, defence, digital payments and transport. A new foreign minister-level mechanism will oversee implementation, alongside expanded education and regional links. Read more…
Latest news bulletin | August 30th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 30th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
‘A close partner’: EU offers muted reaction after Iceland rebuffs accession talks
The EU institutions say they fully respect the choice of the Icelandic people after voters said “no” to reopening accession negotiations. The result threatens to dampen the momentum on enlargement…
Guinea-Bissau votes in referendum to rewrite constitution and boost presidential powers
Voters in military-ruled Guinea-Bissau, after a coup, vote on Sunday in a referendum to boost presidential powers before elections to restore civilian rule, a process mired in controversy. Read more…
Spain announces €165m emergency package for Ceuta as migrant returns continue
The Council of Ministers will on Tuesday approve an emergency package to revive the economy and strengthen public services in Ceuta, one month after the mass arrival of migrants. Read…
Passenger ship carrying 270 people sinks off coast of northern Cyprus
Video footage circulating on social media appears to show passengers in life jackets sitting on the overturned ship as they wait to be reached. Read more at Read More
Iceland says ‘No’: Four takeaways from the EU accession referendum
Iceland has voted 52.8% to 47.2% against resuming accession negotiations with the European Union, effectively closing the door on membership. Here are the four takeaways from the referendum. Read More