Italy and Spain move to end border dispute after Meloni-Sánchez talks
Italy’s Giorgia Meloni, who met with Spain’s Pedro Sánchez, agreed a short extension to align the expiry of Italy’s border controls with Spain’s reciprocal measures. Rome and Madrid say they…
The new multiannual financial framework (MFF): A future vision for the EU
The EU’s new multiannual financial framework for 2028-2034 should channel funds more efficiently to bolster the bloc’s competitiveness and future resilience, argues Markus Töns, the SPD parliamentary group’s spokesperson on…
‘Switzerland plus’ deal option for UK as it seeks closer ties with EU, senior MEP says
Bernd Lange’s comments come as the Brexit debate has once again reignited across the UK after British Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for the country to readdress its relationship with…
ETS splits EU leaders and tests bloc’s climate goals
EU leaders are trying to counter soaring energy prices, with some arguing that carbon pricing is hurting the bloc’s competitiveness. Read More
The world’s best countries to live in for 2026 – and six of the top 10 are in Europe
Monaco topped the ranking thanks to its high quality of life and infrastructure, with Andorra hot on its heels in second place. Read More
Putin seizes five more European firms, continuing Russia’s hostile asset crackdown
The decree covers a flooring manufacturer, a paper packaging firm, a hygiene products maker, and two metal- and plastic-packaging companies, all of which continued operating in Russia after the all-out…
Latest news bulletin | October 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 16th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Marine Le Pen ready to ‘debate’ Zelenskyy after vow to end French aid to Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused the National Rally’s presidential candidate of ignoring key details of military cooperation between Paris and Kyiv. Read More
EU leaders demand joint action to tackle soaring energy prices
EU leaders are pressing Brussels for coordinated measures to ease soaring energy costs, bolster fuel supplies and support struggling industries, as the crisis strains national budgets and tests the bloc’s…
Military signals building: Is the US-Iran war about to escalate?
Two US aircraft carriers are in the Arabian Sea, tanker sorties over the region are running 50% above September’s rate and Trump has not ruled out intensified strikes after November’s…