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Israel to build strategic West Bank colony despite EU appeal

Israel has defied EU appeals by approving a major new colony in the West Bank and attacking Gaza City.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

How AI is already hurting European consumers in retail finance

In retail finance, AI risks have become a reality. The sector is among the most active adopters of AI in the EU, these systems are already deciding who gets a loan, how much people pay for insurance, and whether they have access to a bank account.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

India test-fires nuclear-capable ballistic missile

The government said that the intermediate-range ballistic missile could carry several nuclear warheads. Prime Minister Modi has said India needs to be more self-reliant.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Aid-worker death toll likely to surpass last year's record

The death toll of aid workers killed this year may surpass last year's record total of 383, the European Commission has warned.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

3 big fights brewing for Europe’s telecom rescue plan

The Digital Networks Act is already under fire and it’s barely off the ground.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

β€˜They should be ashamed’: Green backsliding is wrecking Europe, EU’s first climate chief warns

From wildfires to far-right gains, Connie Hedegaard says Europe can’t afford to go soft on climate while China races ahead and companies like BP backtrack.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Antarctic ice loss could have 'catastrophic' impact

A study warned that Antarctic ice loss could cause more warming in the region and beyond, and could push some marine species toward extinction.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Denmark ending letter deliveries is a sign of the digital times

PostNord blames sharply falling demand - will other post firms around the world follow suit?

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Fires in Greece: helping the animals

Threatened by forest fires, local residents and associations in the Greek town of Patras are coming to the aid of livestock and wild and domestic animals.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Cholera: A resurgent potentially deadly gut bacteria

Experts say conflict in Sudan and South Sudan has caused cholera infections to surge. The disease, which is endemic to parts of Africa and South Asia, can be prevented and treated if detected quickly.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

South African rhino breeder detained amid smuggling scandal

A well-known rhino breeder from South Africa has been accused of helping smuggle nearly a thousand of rhino horns to Southeast Asia in a multimillion scheme.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Which European countries might send troops to Ukraine?

US President Donald Trump is urging EU allies to send ground troops into Ukraine to secure a possible ceasefire. But not all European states are prepared to do so.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

One dead and 19 injured after migrant shipwreck found drifting off Mallorca

The vessel was found more than four kilometres off Mallorca’s southern coast after a private boat rescued an immigrant from the sea who alerted authorities to the shipwreck.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: 'Bandits' go on killing spree in Katsina state

Scores were killed and dozens kidnapped after "bandits" attacked a mosque in the Nigerian town of Unguwar Mantau and set homes ablaze in nearby villages.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany's Wadephul urges China to help Ukraine peace push

With Russia and Ukraine floating the idea of peace talks, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told DW that it was "never too late" for China to step in and use its influence on Moscow.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences

For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Why Donetsk 'fortress belt' matters so much for Ukraine's defences

For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Man sets fire to check-in area at Milan's Malpensa airport

The incident saw the partial evacuation of the terminal and may have a knock-on effect on departures.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Denmark scraps book tax to fight 'reading crisis'

The government hopes abolishing the sales tax will encourage more people to buy books.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

German controversy surrounds jail term for transgender far-right extremist

Marla-Svenja Liebich was sentenced two years ago to a total of one year and six months in prison without parole.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Poland blames Russia for drone crashΒ 

It’s not the first time that Russian drones have landed in EU countries.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ukraine in maps: How much land does Russia control?

The BBC examines the situation on the ground in Ukraine.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Polish officials say crashed drone is Russian 'provocation'

Preliminary findings indicate that the object which crashed into a Polish cornfield was a Russian version of the Iranian-designed Shahed drone, Polish officials have said.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany, Japan boost defense ties amid China's growing clout

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says Berlin wants to take on more responsibility together with Tokyo β€” diplomatically, economically, and militarily.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Taiwan court sentences ex-legislator's son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea

Illegal transfers at sea are one of the few ways North Korea, largely isolated from the international community, can obtain fuel because of strict United Nations sanctions against its nuclear weapons and missile programmes.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Homes destroyed and dozens injured in Russian drone barrage on Ukraine

Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, with the Sumy region bearing the brunt as strikes left at least 14 people injured, officials said.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia wants … Russia to have veto over Western security guarantees for Ukraine

The Kremlin's recalcitrant comments indicate the Trump administration's whirlwind diplomacy has yielded little in the way of results.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Historic tall ships arrive in Amsterdam for tenth edition of maritime festival SAIL

The first SAIL event was first held in 1975 and this year's edition coincides with Amsterdam's 750th birthday.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russian military drone crashes and explodes in eastern Poland, defence minister says

A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told the media that the drone was a Russian version of the Shahed model, which is produced by Iran.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Passengers evacuated from Italian airport after 'lunatic' sets fire to check-in desks

Tourists fled a blaze at Milan's Malpensa Airport after a man started a fire in Terminal 1 and caused damage with a hammer, according to reports.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What if James Bond was gay? New London comedy play takes on the battle to cast 007

Loosely inspired by producer Barbara Broccoli, the play follows a fictional producer scrambling to recast 007 after scandal strikes, raising questions about what the world’s most famous spy should look like today.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

India: Kolkata doctor murder β€” 1 year on, what's changed?

One year after the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a government hospital in Kolkata, India, questions remain: Are women safer after reforms?

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany charges man suspected of planning attack on Israeli embassy

Prosecutors say the man also intended to join the so-called Islamic State group in Pakistan to receive military training after pledging allegiance to the terrorist organisation.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Protesters criticise Trump over Gaza war and trade tariffs in Brazil

Dozens of protesters gathered outside the US Consulate in SΓ£o Paulo to denounce US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Brazilian exports and his support for Israel’s war in Gaza.

Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews