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Trump warning gives Putin free hand to do whatever he wants

Trump has finally given his Russian counterpart an ultimatum to agree to a ceasefire by September. But will his stipulations make any difference at all?

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | July 22nd – 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: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Will EU fertiliser tariffs hitΒ Russia's coffers?

To reduce its economic dependence on Russia, the EUhas imposedhigher tariffs onfertilisersand agricultural products. The aim is to reduce Russian revenue, but itcould impact onfood prices in the EU, which worries farmers.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Middle East updates: UN chief calls Gaza a 'horror show'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres describes the situation in Gaza as a "horror show" and tells the Security Council that the death and destruction there is "without parallel in recent times." DW has more.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Osaka's Expo 2025 is shining a spotlight on Japan’s fusion cuisine

Japan’s beloved fusion dishes like curry rice and tonkatsu may seem traditional today, but they’re rooted in surprising Western influences - a story Expo 2025 is bringing to the world’s table.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany updates: Berlin deports dozens of Iraqi citizens

The flight took off with some 43 Iraqis, days after a similar flight carried Afghan citizens home. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt is discussing tougher migration methods in Denmark. Follow DW for more.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Zimbabwe: Can patriotism be legislated?

The ruling Zanu-PF party appears determined to further criminalize dissent in Zimbabwe. Its lawmakers are seen to be trying to entrench legislation that can be used to target those who flag the government's shortcomings.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Coca-Cola to launch soda with cane sugar in the US following push from Trump

Coca-Cola announced the change days after US President Donald Trump said the iconic soft drink maker had agreed to use cane sugar.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

British man obsessed with James Bond convicted of trying to spy for Russia

Howard Phillips, 65, intended to help two apparent Russian agents who were in fact undercover British intelligence officers.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump withdraws US from β€˜woke’ UNESCO for second time

The announcement is the latest development of a tug-of-war between two rival administrations over the cultural arm of the United Nations.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Taylor Swift’s Universal Music probed by EU over purchase of indie competitor

BRUSSELS ― The European Commission announced it will launch a full-scale antitrust probe into Universal Music Group (UMG)’s proposed acquisition of Downtown Music over concerns that it will restrict competition in the music industry. The deal involves UMG’s Virgin Music Group acquiring key assets of Downtown, including distributor FUGA and digital distribution service CD Baby. […]

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Listen: Azerbaijan and Russia are on a collision course, but why now?

In this episode, Evi Kiorri unpacks rising tensions as Azerbaijan blames Russia for downing Flight 8243, revealing deeper geopolitical rifts and shifting alliances.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

World’s most visited country misses out in traveller ranking of best cities

Italy leads the continent with three cities in the top 25, while France is notably absent.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Displaced Gazans live in tents at bombed stadium in Gaza City

New footage released by the Palestinian news agency Wafa shows families living in tents inside a damaged football stadium in Gaza City, amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Romania's coastal city and popular Black Sea resort of Mamaia sees a sharp decline in tourists

The decline is likely a result of the government’s decision to cut the value of holiday vouchers which were used by tourists to pay for hotel accommodation, food, drink, activities and entertainment.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What are the most googled jobs for English-speaking immigrants across Europe?

From social worker to musician, a new study found out which roles international job seekers are searching for the most on Google.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

In India, caste still defines who cleans cities

People from the lower rungs of India's strict social hierarchy say they're trapped doing jobs like cleaning sewers because of historical discrimination.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

More than 90% of new renewable energy capacity is now cheaper than fossil fuels, study shows

The global switch to renewable energy has passed a β€œpositive tipping point”, according to two United Nations reports released on Tuesday.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US leaves UNESCO again over alleged anti-Israel agenda

The United States has announced it has left UNESCO, saying the UN cultural and education agency, best known for establishing world heritage sites, is biased against Israel.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Giant trolls made from trash warn against environmental destruction

A group of six towering wooden trolls has taken up residence in a Californian forest, aiming to teach humans how to live more sustainably with nature.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What could biggest oil discovery in Poland's history mean for Europe's energy mix?

Euronews asked analysts if the huge oil and gas deposits discovered under the Baltic Sea offer Europe a chance to be less reliant on Russian energy.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants brain-computer device into ninth participant

The device works by connecting a person’s nervous system to devices that can interpret their brain activity, allowing them to use computers using only their thoughts.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

British potatoes and Spanish olives: How climate extremes are pushing up food prices

The study highlights how climate-driven food price spikes can aggravate public health risks and social unrest.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French cities impose curfews on children after drug violence

Local authorities have adopted the measures following a series of violent incidents, including shootings.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Uzbekistan taps rare materials with greener methods to support global supply chains

Uzbekistan is ramping up its mining exports β€” including uranium β€” to meet global demand for rare materials. From cleaner extraction techniques to foreign partnerships, the country is positioning itself as a reliable supplier in the energy transition supply chain.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Donald Trump pulls the US out of UNESCO again, just two years after rejoining

Donald Trump is withdrawing the United States from the United Nations' cultural agency UNESCO once more, citing anti-Israel bias and the admission of Palestine as a member – marking the third time the country has quit the organisation.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Moldovan fugitive oligarch accused of €850 million bank fraud detained in Greece

Vladimir Plahotniuc fled Moldova in 2019 as he faced a series of corruption charges including allegations of complicity in a scheme that led to a massive theft from a Moldovan bank.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Irish government reveals how Apple tax windfall will be spent

The money is being used to beef-up the Republic of Ireland's National Development Plan.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

What is behind the rise of the 'Japanese First' far-right?

Sanseito, a new far-right party with a charismatic leader, Sohei Kamiya, came up big in Japan's parliamentary election by running on an anti-immigration, nationalist platform under the slogan "Japanese First."

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Two Israelis questioned after attending Belgium's Tomorrowland festival

Police said the pair were detained after two pro-Palestinian groups alleged they had been waving flags from their army brigade.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Did Google DeepMind or OpenAI win gold at the world’s most prestigious math competition?

Only 10 per cent of human competitors won gold.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Lithuania blames Russia for large rise in GPS jamming incidents

Vilnius says it has identified more than ten locations in the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad "from where Russia is causing this interference".

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spain to host Ryder Cup for second time in 2031

The Camiral Resort in Girona, Spain, will stage the Ryder Cup in 2031.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Bangladesh jet crash renews debate on training over cities

A deadly air force training jet crash in Bangladesh has drawn calls for accountability, and to relocate bases and training from densely populated areas.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

New Russian law criminalises searching for online content deemed 'extremist'

The changes represent Russia's latest internet restriction, following measures taken against social media platforms and foreign technology companies since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022.

Published on: July 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews