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Democracy is Europe's first line of defence
In an Euronews exclusive, Council of Europe Secretary General and former Swiss President Alain Berset makes the case for a new democratic pact before Europe hits a tipping point.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:
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Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:New report reveals more than half of European farmers prepared to protest again
A new report reveals that European farmers feel worse off now than 12 months ago, are frustrated with the EUβs lack of support and are prepared to protest again.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Germany, Nigeria to deepen cooperation in economy, migration
The foreign ministers of Germany and Nigeria pledged to strengthen their countries' partnership in areas such as the economy, energy, and migration.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:German economy: When will it pick up again?
The new German government wants to revive the German economy by introducing an urgent recovery program. However, the crisis is so severe that economic experts see little chance of a rapid upturn.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:German economy in crisis: When will it bounce back?
The new German government wants to revive the German economy by introducing an urgent recovery program. However, the crisis is so severe that economic experts see little chance of a rapid upturn.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Crete earthquake: Is it safe to travel to the Greek island following second tremor in a month?
Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:AI blunder: US newspaper's summer book list recommends non-existent books
The recommended reading list contained some works of fiction. It also contained some works that were, in fact, actually fictional.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:North Korea's Kim Jong-un furious after failed naval destroyer launch
The country's leader said the damage caused to the 5,000-tonne ship during its unveiling was the result of 'absolute carelessness' and 'irresponsibility'.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Merz hails 'new era' for German military at brigade launch
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius are attending a ceremony to mark the start of Germanyβs first permanent foreign troop deployment since WWII.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Denmark hires US lobbyists, amid Greenland dispute
Denmark has hired influential K-Street lobbyists with Republican party links, as it seeks warmer relations with US president Donald Trump.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Two Indian women artists blazing their own trails
Mayuri Chari and Janhavi Khemka's artwork is very different. But they both have powerful artistic visions informed by personal experiences of gender, disability and family β and they're both making names for themselves.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Led By Donkeys β How four blokes with a ladder took on Brexit
Hatched over drinks in a London pub, and anger over the lies fuelling the UKβs exit from the EU, four friends took on Nigel Farage and Boris Johnson armed only with a ladder and some posters. Their guerilla ad campaign didnβt ultimately work β but it had more cut through than most mainstream media coverage.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Watch: Deep inside a Norwegian mountain, Nato allies train for Arctic war
Europe editor Katya Adler gains access to a secret HQ and Norwegian warships leading military exercises.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Canada in talks with US about joining 'Golden Dome' plan
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he has had talks with US President Donald Trump about it. The defense system is designed to detect, track and potentially intercept incoming missiles.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Alexander Dalli: The ex-Frontex and 'factory of evil' prison chief now combating migration to Malta from Libya
Despite the Maltese ombudsman's findings of inmate abuse, elevated suicide rates, and racism during his time as prison director, the government continues to defend Alexander Dalli, now serving as Maltaβs special envoy to Libya, while the European Commission remains silent.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Language battle over 'deportation' shines light on EU spin
The European Commission doesn't use the word "deportation" to describe kicking out failed asylum seekers and rejected migrants from the European Union. It prefers the euphemisms "forced returns" and "voluntary returns."
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Consumer groups urge EU to press airlines over baggage fees
Sixteen consumer groups have called on the EU to take action against seven low-cost airlines over their baggage fees. The carriers include easyJet, Norwegian, Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea, Vueling and Wizz Air.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Trump puts South Africaβs president on the defensive over unproven βgenocideβ claims
The president offered videos and images to support his allegations that white farmers are being systematically targeted.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa with genocide claim
In a tense encounter in front of reporters, Donald Trump stunned Cyril Ramaphosa with a video of claims of a white "genocide" in South Africa. The trip had aimed to salvage strained bilateral ties.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Netanyahu: Israel will control all Gaza by end of offensive
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has said the only way to ensure the security of his country was for it to control all of the Gaza Strip by the end of its offensive in the Palestinian territory. Follow DW for more.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:EU mulls options as Hungary announces Russian-style foreign agent law
Can the EU rein in the Hungarian government and discourage it once again from pushing through a "transparency law" that critics say amounts to a crackdown on activists and media?
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:EU eyes action over Hungary's planned Russian-style law
Can the EU rein in the Hungarian government and discourage it once again from pushing through a "transparency law" that critics say amounts to a crackdown on activists and media?
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:French report warns of Islamist 'entryism' as risk to national cohesion
The report warns of the Muslim Brotherhood infiltrating public bodies like schools and local government.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Muslim Brotherhood-linked groups tried to influence EU: Report
French authorities allege the Islamist group has gone to great lengths to push its fundamentalist agenda in France and throughout Europe.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Trump administration accepts Qatari jet for Air Force One
The issue has roiled lawmakers in both parties.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Murder of Ukrainian ex-official in Spain raises alarm on hybrid war in EU
The murder of a former Ukrainian official in Spain, as well as new EU sanctions, have thrown a spotlight on escalating 'hybrid warfare' in Europe.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Ukrainian power broker shot dead in Spain
Portnov was a key associate of Ukraine's pro-Russian former president, and a towering figure in the judicial system.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Italy tightens rules for Italian descendants to become citizens
Applicants for an Italian passport must now have one parent or grandparent who was a citizen by birth.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:What is mineral water? France asks EU for guidance after Perrier scandal
The scandal involved use of filtration techniques on products sold as mineral water.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Merz sees no signs that war in Ukraine will end soon
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz does not see any indication that the war in Ukraine will end soon, while Defense Minister Boris Pistorius urged further action to cut off Russia's financial lifelines.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Western countries reveal major Russian cyber-espionage campaign
Attacks ramped up after Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Germany deploys troops on NATO's eastern flank
The Bundeswehr has sent its new Armored Brigade 45 to Lithuania, Germany's first permanent foreign troop deployment since World War II. Chancellor Friedrich Merz will attend the ceremonial roll call this week.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school
Andriy Portnov, 51, had just dropped his children off when he was attacked.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:EU outrage grows after Israel fires βwarning shotsβ at diplomatic delegation
France, Germany and Belgium have condemned the incident and demanded an explanation.
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