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Carlos Lopes β€” Europe’s insecurity and delusion about Africa

Guinea Bissau economist and former African Union advisor Carlos Lopes has seen the so-called β€œpartnership of equals” touted by Brussels flounder on a desire to open up market access for European countries, rather than help Africa industrialise.

Published on: May 28, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

US updates: New student visa appointments to be halted

New guidance is set to be issued on social media vetting of student and exchange visitors as the Trump administration appears to be following through with a hardline immigration agenda. DW has more.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump is losing patience with Putin but unsure of his next move

Lawmakers see an opening for more sanctions on Russia, but the president is undecided.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany's tone with Israel is getting harsher

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says he no longer understands Israel's policy in Gaza. A number of politicians are even demanding an end to Germany's arms deliveries.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

NPR sues Trump administration over executive order to cut public media funding

The lawsuit alleges that Trump is acting to contravene the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private non-profit corporation set up to distribute federal funding to NPR and PBS, which is intended to insulate the system from political interference.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

France's National Assembly backs 'assisted dying' bill

Lawmakers in the French lower house backed the right-to-die bill with 305 votes for and 199 against. French President Emmanuel Macron called it "an important step."

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US Republicans slam EU β€˜double standard’ over Polish election financing

House members say Poland's government is favoring centrist candidate RafaΕ‚ Trzaskowski and accuse the Commission of not getting involved.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump administration asks federal agencies to cancel $100 mln in contracts for Harvard

President Donald Trump has railed against Harvard, the US's oldest and wealthiest university, calling it a hotbed of liberalism and antisemitism.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Iran-US nuclear talks: Is a new deal imminent?

An interim agreement on Iran's controversial nuclear program is being negotiated between the US and Iran. The Gulf states have a key role to play as mediators.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Russian advance in Ukraine's north east may be attempt to create 'buffer zone'

The advance may be linked to Moscow's attempts to create "buffer zones" along the border, Ukrainian regional authorities say.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

France's National Assembly adopts bill to legalise assisted dying on first reading

The bill, which received 305 votes in favour and 199 against, will be sent to the Senate for further debate but a definitive vote on the measure could take months.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The most anticipated new EVs coming to Europe in 2025

From retro icons to tech-rich trailblazers, these are the electric cars set to make waves - and turn wheels - in the weeks and months ahead.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Greece shuts down agency at center of probe into massive EU farm fraud

European prosecutors are investigating a multi-million euro scam in which EU funds were allegedly channeled to non-farmers.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

'Qualified majority' of EU states sign anti-OrbΓ‘n pushback

Homophobia as well as Russophilia could cost populist Hungarian prime minister Viktor OrbΓ‘n his EU veto, 20 other EU countries warned on Tuesday.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Gaza aid group, mired in controversy, begins operating

A new aid organization, endorsed by Israel, has lost its executive director before operations even began. Questions remain on its ability to effectively deliver humanitarian assistance to Gazans.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Experts praise police for swift release of details about Liverpool crash suspect

β€œInformation voids are almost a gravitational force for conspiracy theorists," said one expert who welcomed the police's early intervention.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French lawmakers pass assisted dying bill in historic first vote

The legislation must now be approved by the majority-conservative Senate.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Shots fired as Gaza aid group struggles to distribute food

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said one of its aid distribution centers was overrun by a "small number of people." Israeli soldiers fired shots near one of the centers as Palestinians lined up for food.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Norway ship refloated after near miss with house

House owner Johan Helberg says he "wouldn't have traded this experience for anything" after the ship became stuck in his garden.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

EU probes 4 porn sites over failure to block minors

The EU has launched investigations into four major porn sites over alleged failures to block minors from accessing adult content. Officials warn of possible mental harm and major legal consequences.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

French MPs back law to allow assisted dying

The proposals still have to go before the upper house and supporters hope it will become law by 2027.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump says Putin is β€˜playing with fire’ as Kremlin continues assault on Ukraine

The comments come on the heels of Trump’s weekend comments bashing Putin as β€œabsolutely CRAZY.”

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Suspect in stabbing attack that killed three at German festival admits guilt at trial

The Solingen incident was one of several deadly attacks in the months leading up to Germany's national election in February that involved immigrant suspects, pushing migration to the forefront of the political agenda in that vote.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

King Charles declares Canada β€˜true north … strong and free’

Parliament returns with pomp, ceremony and some subtle messaging for President Donald Trump.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Sweden charges jihadi over Jordanian pilot burned to death

Sweden has charged a 31-year-old with war crimes and terrorism over his alleged role in a 2014 execution in Syria. The case revives memories of one of the most notorious killings by the "Islamic State."

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Călin Georgescu, frontrunner in Romania's cancelled election, announces withdrawal from politics

Georgescu said he made his decision to take a step back following the conclusion of the presidential race, which for him indicated "the sovereignist movement has come to a close."

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine updates: Trump warns Putin he's 'playing with fire'

Trump's broadside on Putin comes as the Vatican again said it was open to hosting peace negotiations. That's after direct talks between Russian and Ukrainian teams failed to produce a clear breakthrough. Follow DW.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

King Charles addresses Canadian parliament amid tensions with US

King Charles III and Queen Camilla travelled to Canada on a visit widely viewed as a show of support in the face of annexation threats by US President Donald Trump.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Netanyahu faces mounting international doubts over Gaza war

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces growing criticism from key allies. While support remains, statements from the United States and Europe signal a shift in tone and a more complex diplomatic landscape.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

No, Euronews didn't publish a video about corruption in Moldova

Another false video attributed to Euronews is circulating online, this time related to alleged corruption and black market arms sales in Moldova.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brussels approves Poland's use of post-COVID funds for defence

Defence has become a key priority for the EU following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine with Brussels putting forward an 800 billion plan to boost military production.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | May 27th – 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: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French police detain twenty suspects over cryptocurrency kidnappings

The arrests on Monday and Tuesday follow French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau's vow to ensure the safety of crypto industry leaders and their families.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pink diamond linked to French royalty expected to sell for millions

A rare pink diamond with ties to European royalty is set to be auctioned in New York next month, with estimates reaching up to 4.6 million.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Which European countries are achieving the highest levels of education?

Eurostat’s latest figures reveal that Europeans are better educated than ever with women outperforming men in almost every country across the 27-member bloc.

Published on: May 27, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews