Europe
Everything that does not fit a single desk: the continent in its full contradictory complexity.
Athens court hears suspect in suitcase murder of Scottish woman
A 26-year-old Afghan national appeared in an Athens court on Wednesday, accused of killing a Scottish woman whose body was found in a suitca
EU channels €1.4 billion from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine after deadly strikes
The European Commission announced €1.4 billion in new funding for Ukraine, sourced from profits on immobilised Russian assets. Most of the m
Midday Europe Update: Key Stories for August 5, 2026
Spain's Civil Guard warns of a possible mass crossing attempt at Ceuta on 15 August. France prepares to ban cold calls from 11 August. Other
Overnight Russian strikes kill 15 in Kyiv, sparking large fires
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 15 people and wounded 42 overnight. Firefighters battle
Leipzig/Halle airport hit by drone scare, flights diverted
Several flights, including a passenger plane, were diverted from Leipzig/Halle airport after a flying object was sighted and another object
Morning Briefing: Key European Stories for August 5, 2026
From Brussels to Berlin, here are the stories shaping Europe this morning. Trade tensions, climate action, and cultural milestones lead the
Channel rescue saves 157 as boat fire sparks major operation
A major rescue operation saved 157 people after an inflatable boat caught fire in the Channel. French and British teams worked together, wit
EU backs Spain after Ceuta surge as ministers seek common response
EU interior ministers expressed full solidarity with Spain after the Ceuta migrant surge. They agreed on steps to combat smuggling, strength
Why Europe must keep Israel in its research programme after 2027
Israel is a net contributor to Horizon Europe, yet some EU states want to exclude it. Excluding Israeli scientists would damage European res
Midday Europe Bulletin: Key Stories for August 4, 2026
From Brussels to Berlin, here are the key developments shaping Europe this midday. Political shifts, economic moves, and cultural highlights
How social media rumours triggered a mass surge on Spain's Ceuta border
Viral social media posts falsely claimed Spain's border with Morocco was open, prompting thousands to rush Ceuta. At least 83 people died, a
Ukraine's EU bid: where support runs strongest across Europe
A recent survey finds 49% of EU citizens support Ukraine joining the bloc, while 39% oppose it for now. Support is highest in Spain (65%) an