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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 04, 2025 | Source:
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European steel sector on high alert amid slow-moving trade negotiations
The EU steel sector warned on Wednesday of overcapacities flooding the EU market after US president Donald Trump doubled tariffs on the sector to 50%. The new tariffs have increased pressure on the EUβs negotiating teams trying to break the deadlock in its ongoing trade wrangle with the US.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Murder of Tunisian man sparks France's first far-right terrorism investigation
Hichem Miraoui, a 46-year-old hairdresser, was shot dead in Puget-sur-Argens, southern France, on Saturday.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:India: 11 dead after cricket stadium stampede
A top official in the Indian state of Kerala says eleven people died after a stampede at a stadium in the city of Bengaluru. Fans had been celebrating their side's win in the Indian Premier League final.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Ukraine releases new footage of daring AI strikes that crippled Putinβs bomber fleet
Kyiv used artificial intelligence to conduct one of the most audacious attacks on Russia in history.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs 5 percent defense spending target seemed far-fetched. Now not so much.
NATO defense ministers in Brussels are expected to pave the way for a new defense spending goal βthe questions are now when, and how.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Hungary delays vote on 'transparency law' targeting foreign-funded NGOs and media until autumn
The "Transparency in Public Life" bill would impose strict regulations on foreign-funded NGOs that are deemed a risk to Hungary's sovereignty.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Kharkiv hit by drone and missile barrage in overnight Russian attack
The Ukrainian city of Kharkiv faced a major overnight assault on 4 June, as Russian forces launched nine Shahed drones and two missiles, damaging homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:French court strips Marine Le Pen of her local mandate
The decision is another reminder of how the far-right leader's judicial woes are affecting her political career.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Dutch populist leader Geert Wilders makes PM gamble
Far-right firebrand Geert Wilders, with his shock of white-blond hair, has upped the ante on his political future by blowing up the governing coalition in the Netherlands. It's a high stakes move which could backfire.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Dozens of bodies found in area of Libya's capital controlled by armed militia, UN says
The UN human rights office said it was concerned about human rights violations and "potential evidence of extrajudicial killings" in Tripoli.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:US tariffs talks heading in 'right direction', says EU trade chief
The EU and United States are βadvancing in the right directionβ to reach a trade agreement that will head off 50-percent steel tariffs, the blocβs trade chief MaroΕ‘ Ε efΔoviΔ said on Wednesday.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:European Commission gives fiscal verdicts for member states, with defence looming large
The economic update comes as the EU seeks to boost its competitiveness at a time of uncertainty, faced with Russian aggression and US protectionism.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU's infant mortality rates paint an unexpectedly bleak picture across bloc
Romania, France and Spain have some of the highest infant mortality rates in the EU between 2023 and 2024, while Latvia and Sweden have the lowest rates.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU looks to impose sanctions on Putin simultaneously with US, says von der Leyen
"We have discussed how we can implement European sanctions and American sanctions at the same time," European Commission chief tells POLITICO.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Bulgarian MEPs delay vote on North Macedonia's EU accession report
The European People's Party withdrew support for the report at the last minute, leaving MEP author Thomas Waitz denouncing intimidation.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Lost To The Future: 'Back To The Futureβ stars join Gibson in search for missing guitar
βWe are on the lookout for a missing guitar...β No one has seen this now-iconic instrument since 1985 and the stars of the Back To The Future films have teamed up with Gibson to locate this important piece of cinema history. The hunt is on.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Secret leprosy infected the Americas before European arrival
European colonizers were thought to have brought leprosy to the Americas, but a new study reveals it existed there for thousands of years and was spread by a recently discovered bacteria species.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Volvo Cars sales plunge 12% in May as tariff challenges continue
Rising tariff uncertainty and higher material prices, among other factors, has resulted in several European car companies to implement drastic cost-cutting measures.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Iran's ayatollah rejects US nuclear proposal but does not rule out deal in principle
The landmark 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), capped Tehranβs enrichment level at 3.67% and reduced its uranium stockpile to 300 kilograms.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:How to survive a visit to the Oval Office: A practical guide for leaders meeting Donald Trump
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is preparing for a crucial visit to the White House, where he faces a potential grilling. However, according to experts, leaders now have several options when preparing those meetings in the White House.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU gives green light for Bulgaria to join the euro
The EU has approved Bulgaria's readiness to adopt the euro, clearing the way for a 2026 switch. The move follows inflation reforms and marks a milestone in the country's EU integration.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:German Cabinet approves stricter asylum measures
The German government has proposed several new measures as it pushes on with plans to further curb irregular migration. This comes despite a legal setback this week when a court ruled pushbacks at the border unlawful.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU and Kyiv prep exit-strategy for millions of Ukrainian refugees
Millions of Ukrainian refugees throughout the European Union will likely have their safe status extended until March 2027, amid plans for their return or possible transition into permanent residency.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Iconic Goodyear airships honoured a century after first flight
Goodyear's iconic airships are taking to the skies over an Ohio city this week to mark 100 years since the company's first branded blimp took flight.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Hikers ignored warnings before Mount Etnaβs latest eruption, Sicilian officials say
Mount Etna often remains safe to climb during eruptions with the aid of a qualified guide.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Could the resurgence of Germanyβs steel industry help to revive its economy?
US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports come into effect today. But could Germany's defence industry be paving the way for a steel boom?
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Aid group halts food deliveries in Gaza after shootings near distribution sites
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation did not give out any aid on Wednesday after dozens of Palestinians looking for aid were reportedly killed this week.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:What we know about the shootings near Gaza aid distribution sites
EuroVerify takes a look at the facts to build up a timeline of the deadly incidents to determine what we know so far.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest as NGOs face closure
Reduced aid funding threatens the lives of women and girls worldwide as many NGOs that support them predict they will be forced to shut down soon.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Isar Valley: How Munich became Europe's preeminent startup capital
In the Bavarian capital, international talent meets an ecosystem built to help startups succeed. Here, founders gain access to capital, expertise, and networks that can turn ideas into thriving businesses.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:How Munich became Europe's tech startup capital
Founders flock to Munich, Germany, to access capital, expertise, and networks that can help turn ideas into thriving businesses.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU to extend protection for Ukrainian refugees and plan for post-war returns
The new plan prepares EU countries for two scenarios: long-term residence for displaced Ukrainians and voluntary returns after the war.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:From lithium to rare earths: Europeβs strategy to power its future energy
Europe is investing in local mining to reduce its reliance on imports and power its green and digital transformation. I went to the Czech Republic, to one of the EUβs 47 strategic projects, aimed at boosting raw materials to reduce import dependence.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Meet Robert Kun, the actor bringing Kazakhstanβs action film industry to the world stage
Actor and stunt coordinator Robert Kunβs path in cinema started with martial arts and led to blockbuster stunts. Now heβs bringing the lessons from Hollywood back home to develop Kazakhstanβs film industry.
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