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New German Chancellor Merz aims for stronger EU ties with France and Poland
Visiting Paris and Warsaw, Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke about defence and European unity, marking a shift from his predecessor's policies and aiming for a stronger EU.
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Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Kurdish PKK group says 'historic' decisions made at congress but is silent on disbanding
The congress followed a February appeal by imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Γcalan for the group to dissolve and end its four-decade insurgency with Turkey.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Philippines midterm elections: Youth want dynasties out
As the country prepares to hold key midterm polls, many young voters say they want to see an end to the concentration of political power among long-entrenched political dynasties.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Suspect in murder of man killed in French mosque repatriated to France from Italy
Before handing himself in to Italian authorities in connection with the murder of a 22-year old Malian man named Aboubakar CissΓ©, the suspect spent three days on the run.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Putin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security
Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Sweden's national security adviser quits over Grindr images
Tobias Thyberg resigned from the job just hours after taking up the position on Thursday.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Watch the live restoration of Courbet's masterpiece at MusΓ©e d'Orsay
MusΓ©e d'Orsay is restoring Gustave Courbetβs A Burial at Ornans live. Art lovers can watch the process, led by Cinzia Pasquali, until mid-2026.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Germanyβs Merz softens skepticism of US role in NATO after meeting Rutte
After warning that NATO might not survive the year, new German chancellor now says transatlantic unity is back on track.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Merz says Berlin back with voice in Europe
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has met top EU officials, promising that Europe's biggest economy was back to help steer the bloc at a tough time.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:EU support for Ukraine is a βdoomed cause,β Bulgariaβs president says
The EU "continues to invest in a cause that, in my opinion, is doomed," Rumen Radev says on Europe Day.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis was a passionate climate advocate. Will Pope Leo XIV continue his legacy?
Experts say that Robert Francis Prevost aligns closely with Pope Francisβ environmental priorities. Hereβs what we know so far.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:'Our position is very clear. It's a Russian war against Ukraine,' says Simion
In an Euronews and Euronews Romania exclusive, the AUR party leader, who won the first round of the Romanian presidential election repeat on Sunday, said Russia is waging war on Ukraine, but that Ukraine must respect international treaties and the rights of national minorities.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:'I want Romania to maintain its pro-Western direction,' presidential hopeful Dan says
In a joint interview with Euronews and Euronews Romania, Dan, who came in second on Sunday's vote count, maintained his strongly pro-Western stances, especially on Ukraine, starkly contrasting with those of his opponent, George Simion.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:World leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV who opened pontificate with call for peace
Pope Leo XIV's pontificate appears to be one of peace and hope, as he called for a 'disarming and disarmed peace' in his opening address.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Trump signals openness to lowering China tariffs ahead of Switzerland talks
The president's social media post could signal movement that would ease fears among consumers, businesses and the markets.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Relocating in Europe? It might soon be easier to bring your car as EU simplifies paperwork
At the moment, the paperwork is lengthy and complicated due to the absence of EU-wide laws on vehicle registration.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:How poaching caused over 100 vultures to die in mass poisoning in South African national park
Vultures are key to wildlife ecosystems because of the clean-up work they do, feeding on the carcasses of dead animals.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Who is Johann Wadephul, Germany's new foreign minister?
Conservative lawmaker Johann Wadephul heads Germany's foreign office. Some difficult tasks lie ahead.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Sycamore Gap: 2 convicted for felling UK's iconic tree
The 2023 felling of the much-loved tree in northern England caused widespread outrage. Two men, who will be sentenced in July, could face up to 10 years in prison.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:US-UK tariffs agreement: What you need to know
After shaking up the global economy with sky-high tariffs, the Trump administration has struck a preliminary deal with Britain to smooth trade ties with one of its closest allies. DW unpacks what it all means.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:From humble French fishing family to top OpenAI exec: What we know about Fidji Simo
The rising star from the south of France was the first in her family of fishermen to graduate university, talked her way into a job at eBay, and is now joining OpenAI.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:From sauna anthems to space dogs: Here are Euronews Culture's favourite Eurovision 2025 entries
From milkshake men and sauna anthems, to a reimagining of Laika the Soviet space dogβs tragic tale, these are our favourite tracks from the acts competing to win Eurovision 2025.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:When art meets activism: A powerful collage for press freedom in Paris
Young volunteers and artists displayed a united front to raise awareness of the importance of freedom of expression as they highlighted the challenges of modern journalism to mark World Press Freedom Day.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:US-backed group issues proposal to take over Gaza aid distribution from UN, reports claim
Aid workers have criticised the plans, saying the proposal can't meet the needs of Gaza's large population and would forcibly displace large numbers of Palestinians by forcing them to move nearer aid hubs.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Xabi Alonso confirms Bayer Leverkusen departure
Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has confirmed what may have been the worst kept secret in the Bundesliga. The man who led the club to their greatest success is leaving at the end of the season, Real Madrid may await.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade
BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Xi meets Putin as China, Russia strive for new world order
China's leader is in Russia for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Both Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin want to challenge US dominance in global affairs and reshape the world order.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Kazakhstan marks 30 years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan
In this episode of Focus, we attend the 30th anniversary celebration of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan β a key institution that has united the countryβs diverse ethnic communities.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Kazakhstan to regain legendary Soviet space launch site, 'Gagarin's start'
The transfer of "Gagarin's Start", the launchpad for the world's first spaceflight, will be finalised by June.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Pope Leo XIV calls Church 'a beacon to illuminate dark nights' in first Mass
Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Friedrich Merz rules out permanent joint debt at EU level in his visit to Brussels
"We cannot go into never-ending spirals of debt," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during his first official visit to Brussels.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:France's Beauval Zoo welcomes first golden snub-nosed monkeys from China
For the first time, three golden snub-nosed monkeys from China have been introduced to France's Beauval Zoo, marking a milestone in conservation efforts.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Three months before deadline, EU countries not ready for AI oversight
A delay in appointing the oversight bodies will mean uncertainty for businesses that have to start complying with the rules.
Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source:Murder inside a French mosque: not an outlier, the inevitable result of Islamophobia
The killing of Aboubakar Cisse in cold blood inside a French mosque is not an outlier. It is the result of policies and discourses that have actively furthered the dangerous securitisation of racialised people and in this particular instance Muslim and Black communities, writes Emmanuel Achiri from the European Network Against Racism.
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