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Ukraine updates: Trump floats meeting with Putin, Zelenskyy
Donald Trump suggested that if the meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska goes well, a second meeting will follow quickly. This time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would also be included. DW has more.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:
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Slovenia is the first Eastern European country to allow assisted dying. Its new law may not last
Slovenian lawmakers passed an assisted dying bill last month, but opponents are already rallying to repeal it.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Watch: Wildfire approaches horse enclosure in Greece
At least three people have also died in Spain, Albania and Turkey as wildfires wreak havoc.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Russian hackers took control of Norwegian dam, police chief says
Cyberattacks are part of Russia's hybrid warfare strategy, designed not only to cause harm, but to "demonstrate what they are capable of."
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:What Ukrainians expect of the Putin-Trump summit
Are Ukrainian experts and politicians optimistic about the upcoming talks between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska? Or do they doubt there will be a real breakthrough?
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2025 β Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:David Lammy makes rod for own back after unlicensed fishing with JD Vance
The foreign secretary was put in his place for fishing without a rod licence.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Estonia expels Russian diplomat over interference and 'crimes against the state'
The first secretary of the Russian embassy in Tallinn has been declared "persona non grata" and ordered to leave Estonia, the foreign ministry said.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:WATCH: Berlin hosts Ukraine talks before Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with European and US leaders ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska later this week.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Macron admits French repression in Cameroon's independence struggle
French leader cites independence icons who were killed during military operations led by French forces.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Iraq's private power generators: Lifesaver or environmental burden?
How do Iraqis cope in fiery summer heat, especially during power outages? They use private generators, which are now essential in Iraq. But the huge machines you see on every city block have plenty of drawbacks too.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Germany rejects US censorship claims in human rights report
The report itself has been accused of political bias, with the US softening criticism of Israel and El Salvador. Germany rejected the report saying it has "a very high level of freedom of expression."
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Which EU countries record the most drowning fatalities?
In 2022, more than 4,800 people died after drowning. Men make up most of the victims, with most deaths happening at sea.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:A bracelet that saves lives: The new weapon in the fight against the date rape drug
Researchers from Spain and Portugal have created a bracelet that detects the date rape drug.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Germany: 1,300 Syrians returned home since fall of Assad
Despite German government encouragement, a relatively small number of Syrians have decided to return to their home country.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Trump agreed only Ukraine can negotiate territorial concessions, Macron saysΒ
Call with U.S. president helped "clarify" Trump's goals ahead of his meeting with Putin on Friday, French president says.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Protesters urge strong action on plastic pollution at UN talks
The World Wildlife Fund staged a conveyor belt of plastic waste outside the United Nations in Geneva on Wednesday, as countries sought to finalise the first global treaty on plastic pollution.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Israeli military approves plan for expanded offensive in Gaza, spokesperson says
No further details about the plan that has been agreed to or a timeline have been released but the announcement comes days after Israelβs security cabinet approved plans for the take over of Gaza City following an all-night session.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:European women's soccer leagues 'can learn from Canada'
She may not be as big a name as Thomas MΓΌller, but another German footballer is plying her trade in Canada. Lara Schenk has established herself as a starter for the Montreal Roses of the new Northern Super League.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Lara Schenk: European women's soccer leagues 'can learn from NSL'
She may not be as big a name as Thomas MΓΌller, but another German footballer is plying her trade in Canada. Lara Schenk has established herself as a starter for the Montreal Roses of the new Northern Super League.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:European leaders optimistic Trump listened to them on Ukraine ceasefire
But U.S. president "as always, talked a lot about what he would do, but in a way that no one could say what exactly he was going to do,β official tells POLITICO.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Europe says it leads the world in Earth Observation. But what is it?
Europe took another step towards cementing its position as a global leader in space-based climate monitoring, with the successful launch of its Ariane 6 rocket carrying a new weather and climate satellite into orbit.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:France recalls soft cheeses after two people die in food poisoning outbreak
Listeriosis is a rare infection that people typically get after eating contaminated food.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:At least 20 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Italy's Lampedusa, UN says
Authorities have recovered 20 bodies, and are searching for another 12 to 17 survivors, according to the UN refugee agency.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Extreme heat grips southern Europe with red alerts issued
Tourists in Vienna are continuing to take traditional Fiaker carriage rides through the historic centre, as authorities study the impact of high temperatures on working horses.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:French bid to create 'State of New Caledonia' rejected by pro-independence bloc
Kanak Socialist National Liberation Front (FLNKS) says deal brokered by Paris is "incompatible with the foundations and achievements of our struggle".
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Tariff revenue fails to curb US deficit as July spending hits record highs
Even with customs revenue quadrupling under new tariffs, record-high spending on benefits, healthcare and debt interest drove the largest monthly deficit in US history.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:At least three killed as European wildfires threaten the evacuation of thousands
Wildfires in Greece, Albania, Spain, Portugal and Italy have caused widespread damage. At least two people have been killed and thousands face evacuation.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Portugal's heatwave extends to the ocean with unusually warm waters in Algarve
According to IPMA data, sea temperatures in the Algarve will range between 23 and 24C through Saturday.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Photosynthesis under attack by microplastics
Research suggests tiny particles of plastic could hamper plant growth, with potentially serious consequences for global food supply and climate change. Cutting plastic production would help.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Plastic in plants: What it means for your food
Plastic in soil can get into plant cells, slowing photosynthesis. That may mean smaller harvests. Scientists are racing to pin down how big the risk is.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Typhoon Podul brings heavy rain and damage to southern Taiwan
Typhoon Podul made landfall in Taiwanβs southeast on Wednesday, forcing school and office closures as authorities warned of heavy rain and damaging winds across agricultural regions.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:What is personalised pricing and could it be making your holiday more expensive?
Experts say travel providers are using consumersβ personal data to tailor prices to individual customers.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Staying up late on the weekends could make this common sleep disorder worse
Researchers have dubbed the spike in sleep disturbances over the weekend, when people stay up late and sleep in more, βsocial apnoeaβ.
Published on: August 13, 2025 | Source:Hunting microplastics: French scientists sound the alarm on plastic pollution
We eat, breathe and drink them, but there is still much we donβt know. Weβre talking about microplastics. Theyβre dangerous for the environment and for our health. They can absorb toxic substances and easily make their way into the food chain. What is the European Union doing about it?
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