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Austria closes off 24 border crossings with Hungary, Slovakia after foot-and-mouth disease outbreak

Austria shuts off 24 small border crossings with Hungary and Slovakia in an effort to prevent foot-and-mouth disease from entering the country.

Published on: April 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

DR Congo and M23 rebels engage in peace talks

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels engaged in peace talks in Qatar after days of unrest. M23 has withdrawn from the town of Walikale and talks will continue next week.

Published on: April 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Death toll from Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih rises to 19, one dead after overnight strikes in Kyiv

Ukrainian authorities accused Russia of firing ballistic missiles to target residential neighbourhoods in the central city of Kryvyi Rih on Friday.

Published on: April 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Colombian rebel group begins handing over arms to government

The surrender of weapons paves the way for the eventual reintegration of some 300 Comuneros del Sur rebels into civilian life.

Published on: April 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spain: Tens of thousands protest nationwide housing crisis

Spanish tenants' associations called for a day of national protest over real estate speculation. Renters are increasingly unable to afford housing as the property business booms.

Published on: April 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Thousands take part in anti-Trump, Musk protests nationwide and abroad

Thousands of people staged protests against Trump and Tesla boss Elon Musk across the US and beyond the borders to express dissatisfaction with policies and actions of the current administration.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US moves to revoke all visas for South Sudanese nationals

Citing the failure of South Sudan's transitional government to accept the return of its repatriated citizens, the US is revoking visas for South Sudanese passport holders.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Middle East: Video contradicts IDF on aid workers' deaths

The Palestinian Red Crescent said the footage shows ambulances driving with emergency lights on, contradicting the Israeli military's account that it opened fire on suspicious vehicles.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'Hands off!' demos against Trump and Musk across US, Europe

Demos against US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are taking place across the US and Europe. Meanwhile, Trump's 10% "universal" tariffs hit many countries, sparking fears of a global trade war. DW has the latest.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

PSG crowned Ligue 1 champions for the 13th time with six games to spare

The record-extending win is PSG’s 11th French championship since Qatari backers QSI took over the club in 2011, with the other two coming in 1986 and 1994.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Experts at the Samarkand Climate Forum warn central Asia is getting warmer year after year

Fertile lands are rapidly decreasing while the Central Asian region’s population is growing, and in 25 years from now, it can surpass 100 million people, Uzbekistan's president warned at the Samarkand Climate Forum.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy slams US reaction to Russian strike

Ukrainian President Voloymyr Zelenskyy criticized the US response to an overnight Russian missile strike. Eighteen people, including 9 children, were killed in Zelenskyy's home city. DW has the latest:

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany: Far-right AfD draws level with conservatives β€” poll

Germany's center-right parties and the far-right AfD are now polling neck and neck, the latest INSA survey showed. The CDU/CSU alliance is in advanced talks to form a new coalition with the center-left Social Democrats.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Setback for Merz: AfD ties with CDU/CSU in poll for first time

Many voters seem disappointed with the coalition negotiations carried out so far by the CDU/CSU. According to the latest Sunday Insa poll from Bild, the CDU/CSU has dropped to 24%, now tying with the AfD. This marks an all-time low for the Conservatives.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | April 5th – 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: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump’s tariffs: Why are Russia and Belarus spared?

US President Donald Trump has slapped comprehensive tariffs on 185 countries worldwide, but not on Russia and Belarus. Why is that?

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Thousands join Five Star Party rally in Rome against the EU's rearmament plan

Thousands took to the streets of Rome to protest the European Commission's proposed rearmament plan. Organised by the Five Star Movement, the demonstration condemned Meloni's government and von der Leyen's plan.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Jaguar Land Rover suspends shipments to US after Trump tariffs

The company, which exports almost a quarter of its production to the U.S., is pausing shipments in April as it works out longer-term solutions.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

RFK Jr.'s measles 'cure' sickens Texas kids amid outbreak

US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has advised taking vitamin A to fight measles. A Texas hospital is now treating children with toxic levels of the supplement in their bodies.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US President Trump's 10% tariffs come into effect as European nations remain on alert

US President Donald Trump's import tariffs came into effect on Saturday. The 10% duties will hit a wide range of goods entering the country. As European leaders remain on alert but call for a measured response.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Moscow says airstrike targeted military meeting; Ukraine says 9 kids were killed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said suchattacks β€œcannot be accidental.”

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Thousands in Spain take to the streets in protest against country's housing crisis

The protests under the slogan "Let's end the housing business" mark a milestone as they are the first to be held simultaneously in many cities across Spain, a decade after the mass protests against evictions.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pushy sporting parents: How far is too far?

The trial of Norwegian double Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen's father has sparked conversation around the decisive role parents play in sporting development. But competetiveness can all too easily spill over.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Canada says its friendship with the US is β€˜over.’ Now what?

Trump’s aggressive trade policies have rocked an alliance that seemed unshakeable.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russia continues December's Kerch Strait oil spill clean-up from two storm-stricken Russian tank

Russia continues its Black Sea clean-up operation in the Kerch Strait, after last December’s oil spill from two storm-stricken Russian tankers, according to Russian authorities.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

King Charles drawn into Prince Andrew spy scandal in UK

Testimony in Chinese espionage case raises fresh questions for Buckingham Palace.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Which country in Europe is home to the continent's heaviest drinkers?

Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spain: massive nationwide housing protests expected

Spanish tenants' associations have called for a day of national protest over real estate speculation. Renters are increasingly unable to afford housing as the property business booms.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump’s firing of NSA chief is β€˜rolling out the red carpet” for cyber attacks

Gen. Timothy Haugh’s firing as head of the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command has left lawmakers worried about the future of the nation’s cyber defenses.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Why India's top tech universities can't shake off caste bias

India's premier technology institutions are known for their quality education and job opportunities. However, those opportunities are often limited to those who have a higher social standing.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US Senate Republicans approve Trump tax, spending cuts

After an all-night session, the Republican-controlled Senate passed a framework that will allow for large tax breaks and drastic reductions in government spending. The "big, beautiful bill" is central to Trump's agenda.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | April 5th – Midday

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

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump’s tariffs could face more than one legal challenge

At issue is a nearly-50-year-old law, the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, that Trump is citing to impose tariffs.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

From Star Wars to Black Mirror: Tourists are discovering Spain through famous filming location

Companies are starting to work with tour operators to attract travellers interested in tourism based on cinema and TV series.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

International Pillow Fight Day is helping reclaim urban space for fun

Crowds all over the world will soon assemble to gently beat each other with bags of downy feathers β€” for a good cause.

Published on: April 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews