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Israel's new food deal shouldn't stop EU sanctions, Palestine says

The EU shouldn't fall for an Israeli food-for-sanctions deal on Gaza, Palestine's ambassador to the UK has warned.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

EU throws down gauntlet to Big Tech over artificial intelligence risks

Brussels lays down tough demands on industry amid concern over models including Grok.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

How von der Leyen survived the no-confidence vote β€” by the numbers

The European Commission president got more than enough support to stay in power β€”but not everyone backed her.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | July 10th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dutch court convicts man for sharing sensitive knowledge from tech giant ASML with person in Russia

In a written judgment, the court said sharing technology with Russia is β€œextremely serious” and has consequences for β€œinternational security and stability”.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israel’s close EU allies express β€˜concern’ over plan to move displaced Palestinians into sealed-off zone

The foreign ministers of Austria and Germany, among Israel's closest allies in Europe, also expressed hope that a ceasefire in Gaza is within reach.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

As US tariff deal approaches, EU worries about what’s next

A preliminary agreement to ease the tariff dispute with the US is considered imminent, but the EU is concerned about the negotiations of a comprehensive deal and the transatlantic relationship that will follow.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Kenya's Gen Z protestors face emotional trauma amid ongoing rallies

As Kenya's youth keep pushing for political and social change, they risk paying a steep personal price. Deadly clashes with police, emotional trauma and anxiety have become their new realities.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

What are the most urgent problems which EU citizens living in cities want to see tackled?

Three-quarters of EU citizens currently live in cities and urban areas. This figure is set to grow to 78% by 2050.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Thailand’s star baby hippo Moo Deng celebrates her first birthday

A Thai zoo has thrown a four-day celebration for its internet-famous pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, who has become a global internet sensation.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UK and France agree 'one in, one out' migrant deal, despite EU concerns

The UK and France have unveiled a β€˜one in, one out’ agreement to remove irregular migrants, despite lingering concerns among EU countries that it could have implications on their own responsibilities.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Hoekstra warns Trump policy is a β€œmajor blow” to climate efforts

US retreat from climate commitments under the Trump administration will have β€œsignificant consequences” for the planet, EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews at The Europe Conversation. His comments came after the EU unveiled its roadmap to cut polluting emissions by 90% by 2040

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Lithuanian politicians taken to shelters after Belarus airspace violation alarm

Fighter jets already airborne as part of the NATO Baltic Air Policing (BAP) mission were scrambled to respond to the incident when the object fell to the ground, approximately 1 kilometre from the border with Belarus.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Von der Leyen's censure motion survival: a shallow victory?

As expected, the motion of censure against the European Commission of Ursula von der Leyen failed to secure the two-thirds majorityneededto pass. But it revealed a weakened political leadership, casting doubt on the European People's Party's alliances.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

EU ministers invited to test for toxic PFAS β€˜forever chemicals’ in their blood

PFAS now contaminate the bodies of nearly all Europeans - including children, pregnant women, and adolescents.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Rubio slams Russia over β€˜lack of progress’ toward peace in Ukraine

The meeting between Russia and the U.S.’s chief diplomats comes on the heels of a phone call between Trump and Putin.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Israel begins demolishing buildings hit in 12-day war with Iran

Israel has begun tearing down buildings destroyed by Iranian missile strikes during the recent 12-day war.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Rubio discusses 'new approach' to Ukraine peace talks with Lavrov despite 'frustration'

The US secretary of state said on Thursday that President Donald Trump has been β€œdisappointed and frustrated that there’s not been more flexibility on the Russian side" to bring about an end to Moscow's ongoing all-out war in Ukraine.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

New train route to link Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen from 2026 in another boost for European travel

The Czech Comfortjet train will have a dining car and children’s cinema, and there’s plans for a night service, too.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Outrage as EU gives nod to Greece to halt maritime asylum claims from Libya

The European Commission appears to endorse Greek government plans to suspend some applications for asylum, in what civil society describe as a clear violation of EU and international law.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Migrants in Calais say they will stop at nothing to reach the UK

"We're going to try again and again to cross to the UK," one migrant told the BBC

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

EU and Israel agree 'substantial' aid access for Gaza afters weeks of pressure

The agreement comes before the EU’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas is due to discuss five options in response to Israel’s breach of the EU-Israel Association Agreement at a meeting of foreign affairs ministers next week.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Irish watchdog begins probe into TikTok’s data transfers to China

In April, the video sharing platform was hit with a 530 million fine.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why is Vietnam cracking down on alcohol?

Vietnam's alcohol tax hikes mark a bold public health push, but critics warn they could cripple the drinks industry. With authorities bracing for an aging population, public health is becoming a national concern.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Nepal: Why EVs are swiftly taking over Kathmandu's streets

Nepal is seeing a dramatic rise in the use of electric vehicles as the government introduces tax incentives and air pollution concerns rise.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Middle East: Rescuers search for missing Red Sea sailors

As crew members are rescued from a ship sunk by Yemeni Houthis, the US says some of the missing have been taken hostage. In Germany, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Israel to help Palestinians in need.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK faces 'persistent and unpredictable threat' from Iran, intelligence report warns

Between January 2022 and August 2023 there were at least 15 murder or kidnap attempts against British citizens or residents, the report said.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

OpenAI, Perplexity challenge Google’s dominance in online search with new AI-powered web browsers

AI giants OpenAI and Perplexity are launching search browsers powered by AI as Google continues to face anti-competition lawsuits and fines.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Weight loss drugs linked with growing number of side effects

The longer weight loss GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been on the market, the more side effects people are reporting. In very rare cases they can be deadly. Here’s what to know.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Yoga initiative aims to train instructors in Rio’s favelas

Dozens of yoga enthusiasts gathered in Rio de Janeiro’s Rocinha favela on Wednesday for the first session of a free training course aimed at qualifying local residents as instructors.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU chief von der Leyen survives rare confidence vote

The outcome of the vote was not a surprise - but the fact it came about at all was not a positive signal for von der Leyen.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Meet the British expat finding connection in Shenzhen through maths, family life and park runs

British expat Martin Crozier calls Shenzhen home. Through park runs, maths meetups and family life, he shows how the fast-growing tech city offers both high speed and deep connection.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Slovakian music festival Rubicon featuring Kanye β€˜Ye’ West cancelled

Following a petition calling for controversial rapper Kanye 'Ye' West to be dropped from the line-up of the upcoming edition of Rubicon in Bratislava, the festival has been cancelled entirely. Here's everything you need to know.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Can Ukraine drone builders help rearm Europe?

Drone manufacturers in Ukraine may soon be permitted to export their technology β€” and their hard-won experience β€” to European neighbors. But what exactly does the continent want?

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU's von der Leyen sails through no-confidence vote

Ursula von der Leyen, the EU’s most powerful official, coasted to victory after a no-confidence vote on Thursday. Some of her centrist supporters used the motion to air grievances and secure policy promises.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)