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Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia ablaze after Russian missile and drone attack leaves at least nine hurt1 day ago
Von der Leyen to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia to build on EU engagement1 day ago
EU seizes 4,200 tonnes of illegal textile waste from Italy in Turkey1 day ago
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Tashkent forum closes with 166 investment agreements worth €37.6bn - In partnership with - Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan2 hours ago
Lebanon: thousands mark Ashoura in Nabatieh amid rubble left by Israeli strikes1 day ago
Latest news bulletin | June 26th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 26/06/20261 hour ago
Montenegro police arrest Iranian accused of hacking US universities - The suspect is accused of helping steal data from more than 150 US universities over a hacking campaign dating back to 2013. 26/06/20266 hours ago
Iraq: Ashoura in Karbala draws thousands of Shiite pilgrims for rituals - Thousands of Shiite pilgrims mark Ashoura in Karbala, mourning Imam Hussein's 680 AD death with processions, prayers and reinforced security. 26/06/20262 hours ago
Venezuela earthquakes: bodies recovered as rescue efforts continue in La Guaira - Rescue teams worked through the ruins of collapsed buildings in La Guaira on 25 June after twin earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, killing at least 188 people and injuring around 1,500. 26/06/20264 hours ago
Historic joy in Abidjan as Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockouts for first time - Ivory Coast reaches World Cup knockout stage for the first time after Nicolas Pépé's brace beats Curaçao 2-0, sparking huge celebrations in Abidjan. 26/06/20264 hours ago
Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash - Japan reach World Cup last 32 after 1-1 draw with Sweden on 26 June, prompting celebrations across Tokyo. , sparking huge celebrations in Tokyo's Shibuya. They now face Brazil in the knockout stage. 26/06/20267 hours ago
Gulf states weigh living side by side with Iran as Tehran weaponises Hormuz - As the frontline countries paying the largest price for the Iran war, pressed by severe economic urgencies, the Gulf states are beginning their own firm process towards regional stability with rival Iran, while Tehran continues weaponising the Strait of Hormuz to sow division with its neighbours. 26/06/202611 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | June 26th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 26/06/20268 hours ago
Death toll from quakes rises to 589 in Venezuela's La Guaira region - The two quakes struck in quick succession, just minutes apart, according to the US Geological Survey, marking it one of the South American nation's worst disasters in over a century. 26/06/20268 hours ago
SCOTUS clears way to deport Haitians and Syrians from US - The 6-3 ruling hands Donald Trump a sweeping victory on immigration, stripping legal protections from hundreds of thousands of people the State Department warns would be returning to dangerous countries. 25/06/202620 hours ago
Projectile hits cargo ship in Hormuz as Iran issues renewed warning - The British military said a cargo ship on the new Omani UN-backed route sustained bridge damage from a projectile, hours after the IRGC warned that vessels without Iranian permission were transiting "illegally". 25/06/202621 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | June 25th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 25/06/202610 hours ago
La Guaira, Venezuela's port city, shows extensive earthquake damage after the quake - New images from La Guaira on 25 June revealed widespread destruction after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, damaging buildings, roads and key public infrastructure. 25/06/202612 hours ago
The podcast discussing ways young Africans are promoting social change - Youssoupha acknowledged cyberbullying and harassment were part of the challenges facing young Africans today, but he urged the youth to focus on the positives. 25/06/202612 hours ago
French navy boards suspected Russian "ghost fleet" oil tanker - The French navy boarded a tanker suspected of belonging to Russia's so-called "ghost fleet" in the Mediterranean, the fifth such operation since September 2025, as Paris steps up efforts to enforce sanctions linked to the war in Ukraine. 25/06/202621 hours ago
IRGC warns ships over Hormuz routes as Rubio draws line on tolls - The IRGC warned that any vessel navigating outside Tehran's designated routes was acting illegally, directly rejecting Oman's newly announced temporary corridor, as Rubio told a GCC meeting the US would not accept fees regardless of how they are framed. 25/06/202622 hours ago
International community pledges aid to Venezuela after earthquakes - The United States Geological Survey has estimated that the final death toll could be between 10,000 and 100,000 people. 25/06/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | June 25th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 25/06/202622 hours ago
Two years after Gen Z uprising, Kenyan protesters return to Nairobi streets - Two years after Kenya's 2024 Gen Z tax revolt shook the nation, protesters gathered in Nairobi on 25 June to seek justice for victims and press for greater government accountability. 25/06/20261 day ago
North Korean soldier crosses demilitarised zone into South Korea - According to data from South Korea's Ministry of Unification, more than 34,000 North Koreans have defected to the South since its records began in 1998. 25/06/20268 hours ago
Heatwave scorches Europe from London to Madrid as temperatures near 39C - A powerful heatwave swept across Europe, stretching from France to Spain and Belgium and pushing temperatures towards 39C, raising concerns about public safety and pressure on infrastructure. 25/06/20261 day ago
Moment earthquake hits Venezuela, sending people fleeing in panic - Images showing cracked walls, collapsed ceiling panels and debris strewn across parts of Simón Bolívar International Airport highlighted the scale of damage after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026. 25/06/20261 day ago
Trump says 'courageous' Zelenskyy 'doing pretty well' against Russia - "You have to say he's courageous, he's got great equipment, he's got great men, he's got fighters," Trump said of Zelenskyy. 25/06/20261 day ago
Mumbai monsoon floods streets and disrupts travel - Heavy monsoon rains flood Mumbai, submerging roads, disrupting traffic and forcing residents to wade through waterlogged streets in India's financial hub. 25/06/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | June 25th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 25/06/20261 day ago
At least 164 killed and 971 injured in powerful Venezuela earthquakes - Residents of the capital Caracas were forced to evacuate their residences and seek shelter outdoors as the quakes, which struck less than 200 km from the capital, caused widespread damage. 25/06/20261 day ago
Hormuz confusion deepens as Iran and US clash over who controls it - Trump said Tehran had promised no tolls or charges in the strait, hours after Iran and Oman announced a joint permit system asserting their authority over the waterway. Rubio flew to Abu Dhabi to reassure Gulf allies, as analysts warned control over Hormuz would be a major strategic victory for Iran - 25/06/20261 day ago
Catholics walk barefoot in mud ritual - Devotees in rice paddies cover themselves in mud and banana leaves for the Taong Putik festival, honouring St. John the Baptist with barefoot processions. 24/06/20261 day ago
IMF to closely monitor China's economic growth amid trade tensions - An accurate measurement of China's digital economy is a priority for other powers competing with Beijing in fast-developing technologies. 24/06/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | June 24th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 24/06/20261 day ago
Portugal's World Cup victory sparks celebrations in Lisbon - Thousands of fans in Lisbon celebrated Portugal's 5-0 World Cup victory over Uzbekistan, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments. 24/06/20261 day ago
First whales killed as Iceland restarts commercial hunt - Iceland resumes commercial whaling after a two-year pause, with two fin whales processed at the Hvalur facility, reigniting controversy and protests. 24/06/20261 day ago
Iran calls framework deal 'US defeat' as Trump threatens to halt talks - Iranian key negotiator hailed the US–Iran framework deal as a "declaration of US defeat," while Trump warned that talks would end immediately if reports that Tehran is seeking to impose tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz prove to be true. 24/06/20261 day ago
Evo Morales defies Bolivian government: 'I will not surrender' Evo Morales speaks out from hiding in the Chapare jungle as Bolivia enters its seventh week of fuel, food and medicine shortages. 24/06/20262 days ago
Giesinger celebrates Munich beer culture, pushes for Oktoberfest place - Munich Brewers' Day 2026 brings processions, ceremony and beer celebrations to Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt, honouring the city's brewing guild tradition. 24/06/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | June 24th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 24/06/20261 day ago
Kazakhstan signs €10bn in EU deals as Tokayev wraps Brussels visit - During President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Brussels, strategic documents were signed with the EU, and 30 commercial deals were concluded with EU companies, with the EU being the Central Asian country's largest trading and investment partner. 24/06/20262 days ago
Seal at Hungarian zoo brushes teeth - A seal at Nyíregyháza Zoo in Hungary brushes its teeth in the Arctic Ice World exhibit, showcasing daily care and animal enrichment activities. 24/06/20262 days ago
Dead tree painted red to highlight climate change impact - A painted red oak at Kew Gardens, killed in the 2022 heatwave, stands beside a resilient "Tree of Hope", highlighting climate change impacts in the UK. 24/06/20262 days ago
IAEA chief: Iran nuclear site inspections 'going to happen' IAEA's Grossi pushed back against Tehran's claim that no agreement has been reached to allow inspectors to inspect bombed enrichment sites, citing the signed US-Iran framework deal. 24/06/20262 days ago
Toronto streets fill with Panama and Croatia supporters - Supporters of Panama and Croatia turned downtown Toronto into a sea of flags and chants ahead of their crucial World Cup Group L clash. 24/06/20262 days ago
Latest news bulletin | June 24th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 24/06/20262 days ago
New giraffe born in Denmark zoo - At Copenhagen Zoo, a giraffe calf is born as staff and visitors witness the moment. The mother immediately cares for her newborn. 24/06/20262 days ago
US allows Iranian team to travel to Seattle two days before next match - The US Department of Homeland Security says it had always intended on easing restrictions on the Iranian team after ensuring that safety protocols were up to order. 24/06/20262 days ago