EuropePope Leo XIV Warns of 'Tyrants Ravaging the World' in Escalating Row with Trump
Pope Leo XIV intensified his rhetorical clash with President Trump, warning that 'the world is being ravaged by a handful of tyrants' during a pilgrimage to Cameroon. Without naming Trump directly, the American pope cond...
EuropeTrump Announces Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Deal
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire, saying he had spoken with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The announcement ca...
EuropeFrance's traditional lunch break under pressure as habits and voucher rules evolve
French lunch culture is gradually shifting, with workers increasingly opting for quick sandwiches or solo dining over the traditional three-course midday meal. Upcoming reforms to France's meal voucher system are expecte...
EuropeBillionaire Bolloré sparks turmoil at French publisher Grasset
Dozens of authors attacked French conservative billionaire Vincent Bolloré after the long-standing head of publisher Grasset, Olivier Nora, abruptly departed after 26 years — reportedly sacked following a disagreement...
EuropeFrance pushes US to release 86-year-old French citizen detained by ICE
The French government said Thursday it is seeking the release of 86-year-old Marie-Thérèse Ross, who has been held by US immigration authorities since early April. Ross moved to the United States last year to marry a s...
EuropeEU top court rules online gamblers can sue for losses if betting was illegal
The European Court of Justice has ruled that online gamblers may seek compensation for money lost when gambling was illegal in their home country, even if the laws have since changed. The ruling could open the door to wi...
EuropeGerman-Israeli relations strained after Israeli minister criticises Chancellor Merz
Israel's finance minister sharply criticised German Chancellor Merz over his views on Israeli settlement policy, the latest sign of growing estrangement between the two countries. The episode has prompted a broader reass...
EuropeMadrid housing market at risk of bubble as wealthy foreigners drive up prices
Madrid has become an increasingly popular destination for wealthy Latin American investors and young Americans, who are settling in the city's most historic neighbourhoods and pushing up prices in an already competitive ...
EuropeFrance debates controversial antisemitism bill critics say will stifle pro-Palestinian activism
French lawmakers debated a bill on Thursday that would classify implicitly expressed hatred toward the state of Israel as antisemitism, punishable under terrorism laws. Critics — including rights groups, academics and ...
EuropeFrench father who held son in van faces 30 years in prison
A French prosecutor announced Wednesday that a father who confined his nine-year-old son in a van for more than a year could face 30 years in jail. Officers found the malnourished boy in the foetal position and unable to...
EuropeFuel price protests sweep Ireland as truck convoys block roads
Demonstrations led by convoys of trucks blocking roads and critical infrastructure have been sweeping the Republic of Ireland over fuel prices. The protests may spread north of the border into Northern Ireland....
EuropeRussia's Overnight Attack Kills At Least 16 in Ukraine
At least 16 people were killed and over 100 injured as Russia launched an overnight attack on Ukraine, with nearly 700 drones and 44 missiles being used. Ukrainian air defense forces managed to shoot down most of the dro...
Europe2 Arrested Over London Synagogue Arson Attack
Two people were arrested in connection with an attempted arson attack on a north-west London synagogue, which was being treated as an antisemitic hate crime. CCTV footage showed two individuals approaching the synagogue ...
EuropeUK Assures Beer Supply Won't Run Out During World Cup
The UK government has reassured fans that there will be enough beer during this year's World Cup, despite reports of a carbon dioxide shortage affecting fizzy drinks. Business Secretary Peter Kyle made the announcement o...
EuropeTurkey orders dozens of arrests over online praise for school shootings
Turkish police ordered arrests of people who praised recent school shootings online, following two attacks in quick succession. France 24 reports 'several dozens' of arrests, while BBC puts the number at 83. At least nin...
EuropeHungary Premier-Elect Relocates Office
Hungary's premier-elect Péter Magyar plans to relocate the prime minister's office in Budapest after he takes office....
EuropeMagyar Relocates Office from Carmelite Palace
Hungary's premier-elect Péter Magyar plans to relocate the prime minister's office from the Carmelite Palace in Budapest, citing a desire to distance himself from Viktor Orbán's government....
EuropeGerman teachers call for action over rising classroom violence
A German teachers' association is urging decisive measures to address a surge in violence in schools. Separately, the Greens are advocating for a blanket speed limit on major highways as a fuel-saving measure....
EuropeUkraine Hit by Russian Strikes
Russian missile and drone attacks hit Ukrainian cities of Kyiv, Odesa and Dnipro, killing several people and injuring many more. A 12-year-old was among those killed....
EuropeBulgaria Ex-Fighter Jet Pilot Runs for Office
A former fighter jet pilot is running for office in Bulgaria, sparking questions about his suitability for the role....