By Anna Schroeder
Former EU affairs correspondent based in Brussels. Covers the Commission, Parliament and the diplomacy of the twenty-seven.
Houthis seize Hanish islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb shipping lane
The Houthis have captured the Hanish islands after government-allied forces withdrew, adding to their control of Mokha and Perim Island. The
Roman-era mystery structure unearthed beneath Budapest
A huge Roman building dating to the 3rd–4th century AD has been found under Budapest. It stretches hundreds of metres and ends in a polygona
Franco-German defence rift blocks EU strategy
France and Germany remain divided on how to build Europe's defence industry, with Paris pushing for strategic autonomy and Berlin favouring
Uganda's Tooro Kingdom succession crisis deepens after goalkeeper declines throne
George Desmond Kamurasi, a non-league goalkeeper from south-east London, declined the Tooro throne, sparking a succession crisis. The royal
Carney pushes for a 'unique alliance' with the EU ahead of Strasbourg trip
Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament this week, proposing a 'unique alliance' with the EU. Latvia's PM urges preparedness a
Hungary Grand Slam closes with heavyweight gold in Budapest
The Hungary Grand Slam concluded in Budapest with five gold medals decided in the heavier weight classes. Croatia's Petrunjela Pavic won her
Le Pen opens campaign with housing and cost-of-living pledges
Marine Le Pen launched her presidential campaign in Hénin-Beaumont, vowing to put French citizens first in housing and tackle the cost-of-li
Drone strike near Ukraine-Poland border crossing ignites fuel depot fire
A Russian drone strike ignited a petrol station near the Yahodyn–Dorohusk border crossing with Poland early Sunday. Video shows flames and t
Latvian PM warns Europe cannot afford weakness against Russia
Latvian PM Andris Kulbergs says the EU must remain strong against Russian aggression, warning that 'the one who prepares for the worst has p
Midday Europe bulletin: September 14, 2026 – key updates
From Brussels to Berlin, here are the key developments shaping Europe this midday. Stay informed with our concise roundup of the continent's
Trump urges Ukraine to halt refinery strikes, citing global diesel costs
Trump told reporters in Ireland that Ukraine should stop striking Russian diesel supplies, claiming the attacks are causing global shortages
Austria's headscarf ban for under-14s reignites religious freedom debate
Austria has banned headscarves for girls under 14 in schools, with fines up to €800 for parents. The law, which took effect on 1 September,