Europe Today
Top stories from across Europe: breaking news, analysis and what matters today.
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Both UK and Ukraine say goodbye to Keir Starmer
Ukraine awarded Britain's Keir Starmer its "Order of Freedom" honour on July 19 as the outgoing prime minister made his final visi…
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Sweden's Greens push circular economy and nuclear phase-out for 2026
Sweden's opposition Green Party has unveiled a 2026 election platform proposing an overhaul of the country's economic metrics, inc…
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Tehran vows to 'crush' regional infrastructure if US hits Iranian sites
Iran said its response to any US strike on its infrastructure would result in destruction across the region, as multiple reports s…
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Italy's electoral reform clears first vote as coalition splits deepen
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's plan for a major overhaul of the country's voting system passed the lower house on Thursday, two d…
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Dozens found guilty in Genoa's deadly bridge collapse
An Italian court has found 32 defendants guilty over the deadly Genoa bridge collapse in 2018. Forty-three people died when their…
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Polish teen charged in Russian plot to fracture Ukraine ties
Polish prosecutors have charged an 18-year-old Ukrainian with Russian-backed sabotage aimed at fracturing bilateral relations, exp…
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Frowning Stone: Mick Jagger goes viral with reaction to England loss in World Cup semi-final
The Rolling Stones frontman was at the England – Argentina match yesterday and was caught on camera shaking his head in disappoint…
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A ride through Paris and time
As a visitor to the French capital, there are a lot of choices when it comes to discovering the city: walking tours, bus tours and…
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György Kemény retrospective: The father of Hungarian pop art forever young at 90
At the GYURIII! exhibition visitors gain a comprehensive view of György Kemény’s ever-evolving oeuvre, from poster art and pop art…
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Ex-Aspi chief jailed for 12 years over Genoa bridge collapse
A Genoa court has handed lengthy prison sentences to former executives of Italy's motorway operator, establishing a stark preceden…
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Channel encounter with Russian frigate precedes UK defence boost
A British couple's close call with a Russian warship has drawn attention to vulnerabilities in European maritime security ahead of…
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Own-brand groceries save Austrian shoppers up to €1,000 a year
A new study shows Austrian consumers can cut annual grocery bills by €1,000 by abandoning branded goods, highlighting the pricing …
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EPPO charges four Greek MPs over CAP subsidy fraud ring
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office has charged four sitting Greek MPs and former senior officials over an organised scheme to…
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Kyiv protesters rally after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister Fedorov
Hundreds protest in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismisses Defence Minister Fedorov, a moderniser credited with slowing Russia’s…
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'No power for hours': What it's like living in one of the world's hottest towns with 48C days
Residents in of Earth's hottest spots share how extreme temperatures, fuelled by the burning of fossil fuels, is making daily life…
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Italy passes law to sever mafia family succession chains
Italy has approved legislation offering the children of mafia bosses new identities and relocation to prevent them from inheriting…
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World Cup: is English football cursed?
It will be Argentina defending its title in the World Cup final on July 19 in the United States. Lionel Messi captained his team t…
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Macron pledges 'zero tolerance' for arson after spate of fires in France
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said there would be "zero tolerance" for arson after France was hit by wildfires that…
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Ex-ASPI chief Castellucci gets 12 years for bridge collapse
The former head of Italy's largest motorway operator has been sentenced to 12 years for the fatal Genoa bridge collapse, highlight…
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Volunteer firefighter suspected of starting devastating France forest fire
President Macron said there would be no leniency for arsonists, as France - along with much of Europe - deals with a series of unu…
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Kushner urges EU to bypass UN in €900m Gaza aid package
A nearly €900 million EU-led recovery package for Gaza has opened a transatlantic rift after Jared Kushner called for sidelining t…
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France adopts bill legalising assisted dying for adults
French lawmakers on July 19 adopted a bill that will create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, …
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'Thousands of people are still dying over a few meters of ground' in Ukraine
In this edition, British photographer Mark Neville, who is based in Kyiv, talks about his passion for the future of Ukraine and hi…
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Spain and Argentina meet in World Cup final as Yamal photo resurfaces
Spain will face Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final, a historic matchup that underscores the sustained success of Barcelona’s La…