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Israel deports Greta Thunberg and three other activists Gaza aid boat

Thunberg urged her supporters to exert more pressure on their governments to demand the regular flow of aid to Gaza, end the 20 month long war on the enclave and eliminate the ongoing system oppression and violence that Palestinians endure daily.

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

Puzder gets a softer treatment in second Senate confirmation process

Various misconduct allegations against the former fast food executive sank his bid to be Labor secretary in the first Trump administration.

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

Poland’s Tusk set to win confidence vote, but faces uphill slog to govern

The pro-EU prime minister will have to contend not only with a nationalist president blocking his reforms, but also with increasingly frustrated coalition partners.

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

Germany: Court to rule on press freedom for extremist magazine

The right-wing extremist magazine 'Compact' was outlawed in 2024 but is available again after winning an appeal. Now, Germany's Federal Administrative Court in Leipzig will have the final word.

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

German court to rule on banned right-wing extremist magazine

The right-wing extremist magazine Compact was outlawed in 2024, but it's available on newsstands again after winning an appeal. Now, Germany's Federal Administrative Court in Leipzig will have the final word.

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

Watch: At the scene of Austria's worst shooting in modern history

The BBC's Bethany Bell visited the scene in Graz, after ten people were killed in a school shooting.

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

Macron says France will ban social media access for under-15s if EU takes no action

Macron's pledge comes after a 14-year-old pupil fatally stabbed a staff member during a routine bag check at a school in eastern France.

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

Is debt justified to increase defence investments?

First it was vaccines, then gas and now the EU will make joint purchases of defenceequipment. This latest emergency is due to Russia’s war in Ukraine and the prospect of less investment by the US in Europe's protection. Is the new financial instrument Security Action for Europe up to the challenge?

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

School shooting leaves Austria's second city in shock and grief

For many years, Austria had been spared the pain of mass school shootings, but that all changed on Tuesday.

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

Ukraine and Russia complete second prisoner swap agreed during Istanbul talks

The exchange began on Monday for soldiers aged between 18-25, focusing on seriously wounded and sick Ukrainian service members, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Telegram.

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

Syria's post-war economy will require 'substantial' international support, IMF says

Since long-time authoritarian leader Bashar al-Assad was ousted in December countries have started restoring ties with Damascus, with some lifting sanctions in a bid to kickstart the economy.

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

From Dunblane to Graz: A history of school shootings in Europe

Mass shootings at schools, universities and youth centers remain rare in Europe compared to the US. In recent decades, European governments have tightened gun laws in response to shootings.

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

From Dunblane to Graz: Europe's deadliest school shootings

Mass shootings at schools, universities and youth centers remain rare in Europe compared to the US. In recent decades, European governments have tightened gun laws in response to shootings.

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

Malta jails two men for life for role in journalist's murder

A Maltese court has sentenced two men to life in prison for providing explosives used in the 2017 car bombing that killed journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The verdict follows years of investigations into the attack.

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

Merz accuses Russia of 'terror against civilians' following attacks on residential areas in Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with caretaker Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof in Berlin on Tuesday, where the leaders discussed a school shooting in Austria earlier in the day and recent developments in Ukraine.

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

Myanmar military junta fighter jet shot down near Mandalay, rebel group claims

Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the ruling military junta, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.

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

Two men sentenced to life in prison for complicity in murder of Maltese journalist

In her career, Daphne Caruana Galizia had written extensively about suspected corruption in political and business circles in Malta, and her murder shocked Europe and triggered angry protests in the Mediterranean island country.

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

US intel chief warns of β€˜nuclear holocaust’ in ominous social media video

The director of national intelligence said the world is β€œcloser to the brink of nuclear annihilation than ever before.”

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

Colombia: Multiple dead after string explosions in Cali

A wave of explosions has rocked southern Colombia, killing one and injuring nine in the city of Cali. Authorities say there were also attacks on police posts in nearby towns.

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

Gunshots heard and students evacuate in videos filmed at Austrian school

Video verified by the BBC shows students being evacuated from the school in the city of Graz.

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

Austria: Several killed in Graz school shooting

At least 11 people have died after a school shooting in southern Austria. Police said the gunman was a 21-year-old former student at the school who killed himself after the attack.

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

Uzbekistan strengthens ties with Slovakia and Bulgaria during Fico and Radev visits

Uzbekistan hosted Slovak and Bulgarian leaders at the Tashkent International Investment Forum, signing agreements to boost trade, technology, and cultural ties, aiming to enhance economic and diplomatic relations.

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

EU to blacklist first Russian-oil captain

The EU is to blacklist its first-ever Russia oil-smuggling sea captain, as well as further action on Russian oil prices and tankers.

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

UNESCO World Heritage site St Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv damaged in Russian overnight attack

Russia's attack against Ukraine overnight on Tuesday damaged the Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv β€” one of Ukraine’s most cherished and most famous monuments listed among its UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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

Hiking, heritage and highland air: discovering Jizzakh and Zaamin National Park in Uzbekistan

From Soviet-era legacies and literary icons to adrenaline-filled trails and glacial springs, Uzbekistan’s Jizzakh region is rich in cultural landmarks and natural escapes.

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

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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 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

LA protests: California questions Trump's military response

A standoff escalates between California officials and the Trump administration as 700 Marines and 2,000 more National Guard troops deploy to Los Angeles. Follow DW for more.

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

French MEP Rima Hassan detained in Israel following 'illegal entry'

The European lawmaker from France Unbowed, whose parliamentary immunity is not valid outside the EU,was a member of the Freedom Flotilla, which wasintercepted byIsraeli authorities on Monday.

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

Greta Thunberg hits back at Donald Trump over anger management jibe

Swedish activist battles U.S. president (again).

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

Nature or nurture? When it comes to mental health, DNA and environment both play a key role

A large study of identical twins shows that people’s genes affect their sensitivity to life experiences, which in turn makes them more or less susceptible to mental health issues.

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

Teenage pupil stabs and kills staff member during bag check in French middle school

The incident occurred as police and staff carried out routine checks aimed at curbing rising school violence.

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

Pork, electric vehicles, and diplomatic reset: EU-China trade fight heats up

A new wave of trade tensions is unfolding between the European Union and China, just weeks ahead of a pivotal summit in Beijing set for mid-July 2025.

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

UK to impose sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers over Gaza comments

Far-right ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir are set to be targeted with sanctions for their comments on the war in Gaza, which British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said "incited extremist violence."

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

Disney to pay almost $439 million to complete Hulu streaming purchase

The deal, hindered by a disagreement over the value of the Hulu stake, now means that Disney will own all of the streaming service.

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

Discovery of Byzantine tombs sparks hope for economic renewal in war-town Syrian town

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine tomb complex has been uncovered in Maarat al-Numan, Syria, during reconstruction after years of war.

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