EU leaders to hold talks on common budget at Brussels summit as battle for cash begins
EU governments will hold substantial negotiations on how to allocate €2 trillion of the European common budget over the next seven years, pitting frugals calling for cuts against member states…
EU leaders debate Ukraine as Costa opens diplomatic channel with Kremlin
EU leaders wrapped up talks in Brussels after President António Costa opened a diplomatic channel with the Kremlin. Volodymyr Zelenskyy renewed his call for fast-track EU membership, while Hungary’s new…
EU summit: Battle for cash begins over €2 trillion budget
The second day of the EU summit is underway. The debate will focus on the next long-term budget, with rival camps still miles apart. Read More
Newsletter: EU leaders poised for battle over cash
Also in this newsletter: EU leaders react to European Council President António Costa laying the groundwork for diplomatic contacts with Russia; and exclusive comments from Sweden’s EU affairs minister as…
JD Vance cancels trip to Switzerland for planned US-Iran talks
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an initial agreement aimed at bringing the Iran war to a close on Wednesday. Read more at Read More
From oak forests to steppe lakes: Central Europe’s five best summer destinations
Bored of the crowded seasides, the heat island big cities? Visit Central Europe’s lakes, zoos and other exciting places that can unite all generations. Read More
Latest news bulletin | June 19th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 19th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Timelapse video shows ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz since reopening
A timelapse shows vessels moving through the Strait of Hormuz after the US and Iran signed an agreement ending their conflict and reopening one of the world’s most important shipping…
Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe as he lambasts NATO allies in Brussels meeting
Hegseth slammed Europe for prioritising what he called liberal ideals over practical defence needs as he lambasted the alliance’s defence chiefs in a rare appearance at the NATO HQ in…
Ukraine deserves fast EU membership ‘more than any other country,’ Zelenskyy says
Zelenskyy called on EU leaders to open all accession clusters in the coming weeks and eventually endorse Kyiv’s fast-track membership bid, saying it “deserves full EU membership more than any…