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A month on, Kallas' meaningless Gaza 'deal' has failed

During the past month, there has been no visible improvement on the ground. Presented as a great diplomatic breakthrough EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas' so-called β€œdeal” has proven to be little more than a symbolic gesture and a way for Israel to buy more time, when there is no time left.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

South Korea, US begin joint military exercises

The joint drills come at a time when Trump is eyeing higher payments for the US troops stationed in South Korea. Meanwhile, Seoul ordered the partial, phased implementation of existing pacts made with North Korea.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

England's oldest psychiatric institution exhibits patient's waking dreams, while Julia Ducournau's paranoia-infused body horror 'Alpha' arrives in French cinemas. Here are this week's cultural highlights.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

German ministers face criminal case over Afghan refugees

Germany's interior and foreign affairs ministers are being sued for failing to help Afghans in Pakistan being deported back to Afghanistan.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

β€˜Superman’ villain and 'Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert' star Terence Stamp dies aged 87

The Oscar-nominated British actor died at the age of 87. He is best remembered for his role as Superman villain General Zod and other big screen roles in 'The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert' and 'The Limey'.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | August 18th, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Verifying claims Spain sent humanitarian supplies in bad condition to Gaza

A viral video claims to show a bag of humanitarian supplies air-dropped into the Gaza Strip by Spain and other governments containing mouldy contents. Euroverify investigates.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Bolivia's elections headed for first presidential runoff

Bolivians voted in elections overshadowed by the worst economic crisis in four decades. Early exit polls show that the first round ended 20 years of leftist rule in the country.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'Skibidi', 'delulu', and 'tradwife' make their way into Cambridge Dictionary

The latest additions to the world's largest online dictionary, among 6,000 others, show how much internet culture is changing the English language.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Whirlwind day of White House talks could reshape Ukraine's future

The Washington meeting could prove to be crucial to the future of Ukraine, and all of Europe's security.

Published on: August 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Croatian ultra-nationalist mega-gig exposes divided society

Half a million people bought tickets to singer Thompson's July concert in Zagreb.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Putin agreed to 'robust' security guarantees for Ukraine, US envoy says

Steve Witkoff said Russia agreed in Alaska that the US and Europe could provide Ukraine with a Nato-style guarantee.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Air Canada strike: Cabin crew defy return to work order

Air Canada said it would delay its plans to restart operations to Monday evening. Some 100,000 people have been stranded amid flight cancellations.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

European leaders stress unity with Ukraine ahead of Washington summit

European leaders voiced strong support for Ukraine ahead of a Washington summit with US President Donald Trump. They emphasized unity, territorial integrity and security guarantees as essential to any peace deal.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine

Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump’s envoy says β€˜Article 5-like’ security on the table for Ukraine

"We are seeing accommodation more than we've seen in the past, certainly more than we saw in the last administration," Witkoff said. "And that's encouraging. Now we have to build on that."

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Spain: Wildfires rage as heatwave enters 3rd week

Firefighters were battling 20 major fires across Spain, with the country's northwest particularly impacted. Prime Minister Sanchez has cut short his summer holiday to deal with the crisis.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | August 17th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine: US envoy 'hopeful' ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy talks

US envoy Witkoff said Russia made "some concessions" during the Alaska summit. Zelenskyy, who is to be accompanied by a group of European leaders, is more skeptical of Moscow's intentions.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

38 arrested as strikes and protests demanding ceasefire and hostage release deal sweep Israel

Dozens were arrested in Israel as protesters gathered outside politician's homes, military headquarters and on major highways to demand the Israeli government strike a deal for the release of hostages held in Gaza.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Bringing in the β€˜big guns’: Sam Altman’s campaign to keep ChatGPT on top

From Bill Clinton’s β€œmaster of disaster” to a Kamala Harris confidant, the maker of ChatGPT has stockpiled well-connected Democrats as it tries to muscle through a business transformation in deep-blue California.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Zelenskyy hails US security vow β€” but rules out sacrificing uncaptured landΒ 

Europe must have a hand in developing security guarantees, the Ukrainian leader insists.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Von der Leyen sees 19th sanctions package against Russia in early September

European Commission chief says next package of measures against Moscow should be unveiled early next month.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany: Some 43% expect AfD state premier by 2026 β€” poll

Two thirds of respondents expect at least one state in Germany to have an AfD premier, according to a survey. Meanwhile, the Social Democrats are still pushing for tax cuts for low income groups.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Wildfires in Spain and Portugal force evacuations and deployment of thousands of emergency personnel

A heatwave is continuing to affect the Iberian Peninsula. Thousands of firefighters have been deployed to battle ongoing blazes and towns have been evacuated. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro SΓ‘nchez visited affected regions to meet with the heads of emergency teams.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia is quietly churning out fake content posing as US news

A pro-Russian propaganda group is taking advantage of high-profile news events to spread disinformation β€” and they’re spoofing reputable news outlets to do it.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Middle East: Israel protests call for hostage deal, end to war

Protests have been held across Israel as the government continues its war against Hamas. The US says it is suspending visas for "individuals from Gaza."

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US State Department halts visitor visa process for all Gazans

MAGA commentator Laura Loomer took credit for the move.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

No more German visas for Kremlin critics fleeing Russia?

Hundreds of Russian dissidents have fled their country to escape state persecution, hoping to come to Germany on humanitarian visas. But now Germany has suspended this program.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

German government split over compulsory military service

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government has stumbled on domestic policy. Now fresh differences have emerged regarding security policy and boosting troop numbers in the Bundeswehr.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Zelenskyy enlists top European leaders for Monday’s Trump talks

European Commission's von der Leyen, Germany's Merz, France's Macron among those joining the delegation to the White House.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Zelenskyy urges Europe to remain united against Russia's 'anti-European' war in Ukraine

Many European leaders are set to join Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his visit to the White House on Monday to meet with his US counterpart Donald Trump.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Merz sees β€˜good progress’ from Trump-Putin summit despite some β€˜disturbing images’

France, Germany and Britain will hold meeting of Kyiv allies Sunday, ahead of Ukrainian president's Oval Office visit on Monday.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | August 17th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Five people killed as Russia continues to pummel Ukrainian cities

Russia continues to target Ukrainian cities firing hundreds of missiles and projectiles daily despite ongoing peace efforts, led by the United States. Ukrainian officials say their unwillingness to dial back their offensive reflects their lack of sincere interest in peace.

Published on: August 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews