🌿 Your Peace Pulse


Explore inspiring stories, grassroots movements, and peace-building initiatives from around the globe.


Browse by Category

ESA may be forced to axe or freeze planned missions amid proposed NASA budget cuts

he European Space Agency isn’t ruling out the cancellation or freezing of some space exploration programmes if budget cuts to NASA are passed by the US Congress.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Egypt blocks activists from march to Gaza to draw attention to humanitarian crisis

Egypt says its side of the Rafah crossing remains open, but access to the Strip has been blocked since Israel seized the Palestinian side as part of its war with Hamas.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Far-right parties surge across Europe

While the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party continues to be isolated in the German political scene, similar populist parties are gaining momentum in other EU countries.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

European far-right parties on the rise

While the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party continues to be isolated in the German political scene, in certain other European countries, similar parties are in government.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Sweden urges EU ban on Israeli ministers, despite likely Hungary veto

Sweden has renewed talk of EU visa-bans on extremist Israeli ministers, but diplomats see no chance of Hungary letting it pass.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Ukraine: Germany's Pistorius pledges military aid in Kyiv

The German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius visited the Ukrainian capital for military aid talks. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated Russians on Russia Day. DW has the latest.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spanish PM sorry for corruption scandal as opposition demands resignation

Pedro SΓ‘nchez faces mounting pressure after an escalating corruption scandal brought down a senior colleague.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Macron grasps for right tone after teen stabbing

The French president's delicate balancing act isn't assuaging concerns about public safety.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Football’s most ambitious tournament ever

The expanded FIFA Club World Cup brings together 32 teams from all confederations.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spain's PM Pedro SΓ‘nchez apologises after top aide implicated in corruption scandal

A police report leaked to the media on Wednesday identified party secretary Santos CerdΓ‘n as responsible for handling illegal commission payments linked to public contracts.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pilot project to launch €185m sustainable data centre in Uzbekistan

A new generation of data centres is emerging – designed not just to handle the demands of AI, but to do it sustainably. And one of the boldest experiments is unfolding in an unexpected place: Uzbekistan.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Irish government rejects motion to stop sale of Israeli bonds

The decision to reject the bill comes after a similar, unsuccessful motion was put forward by the Sinn FΓ©in party last month.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU taps Ylva Johansson to be special envoy for Ukrainians

Former home affairs commissioner lined up for new role overseeing Commission's strategy for Ukrainian refugees.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Italy not liable for Libyan coastguard's actions in 2017 boat sinking, ECHR says

Since 2017, Italy has supplied Libya with funding, vessels and training as part of an agreement to slow the numbers of migrants crossing the Mediterranean.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israel reportedly preparing to strike Iran: A political manoeuvre or all-out war?

Iran maintains its nuclear activities are entirely peaceful and geared to civilian use but Israel claims previous Iranian deception means a military response is the only way to stop Tehran from developing a nuclear bomb.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump says power plants don't add to air pollution. Climate scientists say it’s 'nonsensical'

More than a dozen climate scientists said the Trump administration’s assertions were factually incorrect.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Same game, different rules: Net zero transition without breaking the bank

Historically, Europe has been a cradle of innovation, pioneering many industrial and scientific breakthroughs. We have to restore this spirit, E.ON CEO Leonhard Birnbaum writes.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Battle over NGO financing heats up again in Brussels as MEPs seek investigation

Three right-wing political groups seek to re-table a proposal to establish an investigative committee at the European Parliament, as Transparency International files a complaint against MEPs leaking sensitive NGO contracts to the press.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spanish PM SΓ‘nchez apologizes for corruption scandals in his Socialist Party

A leading figure in his political group has resigned after allegations surfaced linking him to kickbacks.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | June 12th – 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: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Americans think Trump’s big military parade is not a good use of government funds, poll shows

The president said in May the cost would be β€œpeanuts compared to the value of doing it.”

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

How can the EU respond to companies moving their production elsewhere?

MEPs are calling on the European Parliament to take action against industrial relocations after the BSH Domestic Appliances group announced the closure of a 650-employee factory in Spain.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Military show 'Twilight Tattoo' draws crowds as US Army prepares for parade

Hundreds gathered at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall near Washington on Wednesday to watch soldiers perform ahead of the US Army’s 250th anniversary celebration.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Middle East: Activist convoy enters Libya en route to Gaza

A convoy of pro-Palestinian activists is attempting to reach the Rafah border crossing in Gaza to challenge Israel's blockade of humanitarian aid. Other activists who planned to join were detained by Egypt. DW has more.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Strasbourg Court: Italy off the hook in deadly Mediterranean migrant case

A ruling by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg has absolved Italy of accountability when it comes to helping Libya return migrants intercepted in the central Mediterranean β€” a practice known as pullbacks.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Want to live a long and happy life? Try trusting friends, strangers, and government, new study says

People who tend to trust each other and institutions report higher levels of well-being, a new study has found.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Air India crash: Hundreds dead after Boeing 787 comes down

Indian police said at least 240 people were killed after a plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Most of the 242 people on board were Indian or British. DW has the latest.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Gunman carefully planned Austrian school shooting that left 10 dead, police say

A 21-year-old in Graz planned and executed a deadly school shooting, killing 10 and injuring 11. A farewell letter and non-functional pipe bomb were found at his home.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israeli officials to meet with Witkoff as tensions grow in Middle East

The meeting comes as concern grows that Israel may strike Iranian nuclear facilities.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ryanair to fine unruly passengers €500 or more

The fines will be a "minimum" punishment, and it will continue to seek civil damages for compensation for the costs incurred in more serious cases.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

European Commissioner Maria L Albuquerque advocates for investing in savings with risk

In an interview with Euronews, Maria LuΓ­s Albuquerque, the European Commissioner for Financial Services and the Union of Savings and Investments, argued that consumers should invest in medium- and long-term financial products and advocates for the advantages of mergers in European banking.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Wind-powered beach beasts of the Netherlands go on show in Delft

A new exhibition in Delft explores the evolution of Theo Jansen’s strandbeesten – strange, wind-powered creatures that walk along the Dutch coastline each summer.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany names squad for Women's Euros

There were no major surprises as Germany women's coach Christian WΓΌck nominated his final squad for this summer's Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Germany are looking to go one better than the last tournament.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany's squad for Women's Euros named

There were no major surprises as Germany women's coach Christian WΓΌck nominated his final squad for this summer's Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Germany are looking to go one better than the last tournament.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump is β€˜not all there,’ California governor says amid LA fight

The California Democrat is dinging the president on his mental acuity.

Published on: June 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe