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Begoña Gómez, wife of PM Sánchez, to be tried for influence peddling15 hours ago
Zelenskyy to meet Germany's Merz in Berlin as Russia's war grinds on15 hours ago
Spain seeks closer China links amid global tensions16 hours ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrates historic Mass at rain‑soaked Basilica in Algiers16 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 12th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 12/04/20261 day ago
Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran talks fail - Trump said in a social media post he has "instructed our Navy to seek and interdict every vessel in International Waters that has paid a toll to Iran. No one who pays an illegal toll will have safe passage on the high seas". 12/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 12th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 12/04/20261 day ago
Armenia and Azerbaijan civil societies hold talks to push peace plans - Armenian and Azerbaijan's representatives met for the fourth round of talks as part of the so-called Peace Bridge Initiative to advance the historic peace process between the two South Caucasus neighbours. 11/04/20261 day ago
Qatar rejects claims of deals with Iran, calls for regional solution4 hours ago
Harvey Weinstein rape retrial begins in New York court5 hours ago
Red Cross makes first aid shipments into Iran since start of war6 hours ago
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Latest news bulletin | April 14th, 2026 – Evening6 hours ago
Spain finalises amnesty measures for up to 500,000 immigrants6 hours ago
Berlin and Kyiv seal sweeping pact on drones, data and missiles7 hours ago
Algeria hit by two suicide attacks during pope's visit, sources say10 hours ago
Germany's intelligence agency warns of espionage and sabotage10 hours ago
Can AI systems replace human judges and lawyers?10 hours ago
Sixteen injured in rare Turkey school shooting in Siverek district10 hours ago
After Orbán loss, Europe's far right reassesses MAGA backing12 hours ago
Greenpeace warns of potential 'catastrophic' Chernobyl collapse12 hours ago
Gunman opens fire at high school in Turkey, wounding at least 1612 hours ago
Trump refuses to apologise after clash with Pope Leo XIV over Iran war12 hours ago
Spain strengthens China ties as Sánchez backs its Middle East role13 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 14th, 2026 – Midday13 hours ago
Sirens halt Israel for Holocaust Remembrance Day as antisemitism surges13 hours ago
New report suggests Christopher Columbus was from Galician nobility1 day ago
Serbia's Vučić clashes with Péter Magyar over Putin 'godfather' remark16 hours ago
Celebrities speak out against Donald Trump's AI Jesus image8 hours ago
Péter Magyar accuses Szijjártó of shredding confidential documents1 day ago
Trump hosts Dutch royals at the White House for dinner and overnight stay15 hours ago
Trump uses McDonald's Oval Office stunt to tout new US tip tax break - Donald Trump staged a McDonald's DoorDash delivery to the Oval Office to promote new tax deductions on tips, touting relief of up to $25,000. 14/04/20264 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 14th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 14/04/20266 hours ago
Trump says US military blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran - The US blockade comes in an attempt to economically pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to maritime traffic after its six-week closure caused global oil prices to surge. Roughly 40 vessels have passed through since the start of the ceasefire, down from 100 or more per day before the war. 14/04/20266 hours ago
Hezbollah leader asks Lebanon to cancel Tuesday meeting with Israel - Israel and Hezbollah have fought multiple wars since the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group was formed in the 1980s as a guerrilla force fighting against Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon at the time. 13/04/20268 hours ago
Germany marks 69th birthday of zoo's oldest gorilla - Berlin Zoo celebrates Fatou, a 69‑year‑old western lowland gorilla, highlighting how specialised care in captivity can extend the lives of endangered species. 13/04/20266 hours ago
Judge tosses Trump $10bn defamation suit against Wall Street Journal - The judge, who was appointed by former president Barack Obama, gave Trump the opportunity to amend his complaint and refile the suit by 27 April. 13/04/202610 hours ago
Up to 200 civilians dead in Nigeria after air force misfire on market - Such misfires are common in Nigeria, where the military often conducts air raids to battle armed groups who control vast forest enclaves. 13/04/202612 hours ago
Israel summons Italy's ambassador over comments on Lebanon attacks - Lebanon was pulled into the Middle East war when Iran-backed group Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel on 2 March, days after the opening salvo of US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei. 13/04/202612 hours ago
Iran executed at least 1,639 in 2025, international NGOs say - Rights groups including Amnesty International say Iran carries out the most executions of any nation worldwide per capita, and the most of any country other than China, for which no reliable data is available. 13/04/20266 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 13/04/20267 hours ago
Magyar upholds Ukraine's integrity in first speech after election win - Outgoing PM Viktor Orbán had largely centred his electoral campaign on Ukraine and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, blaming Kyiv for the Druzhba pipeline blockade to accusations of meddling in Hungarian elections. Will things change with Magyar in power? 13/04/202613 hours ago
US blockade of Iran's ports starts as Trump threatens Tehran's navy - In a social media post on Sunday, Trump said his goal was to clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines and reopen it to all shipping, but that Iran must not be allowed to profit from controlling the key cargo waterway. 13/04/202613 hours ago
Pope Leo XIV says he has 'no fear' of Trump administration - Pope Leo XIV said he has no intention to debate with Donald Trump after the US president criticised him over his comments on the Iran war. "I have no fear of the Trump administration nor of speaking out loudly about the message of the gospel," the pope told reporters aboard the papal plane. 13/04/20269 hours ago
Thailand marks Songkran New Year with water fights and travel surge - Thailand marked the start of the Songkran New Year on Monday, 13 April 2026, with large crowds gathering in Bangkok for its traditional water festival. 13/04/202612 hours ago
Lebanon: Red Cross teams inspect wreckage after Israeli airstrikes damage ambulances - Lebanon saw further damage on Monday, 13 April 2026, as Lebanese Red Cross volunteers inspected ambulances hit by Israeli strikes in the coastal city of Tyre, while rescue teams cleared debris in the nearby village of Maaroub. 13/04/202613 hours ago
Union Berlin backs coach Marie-Louise Eta after sexist abuse online - Eta has been named interim coach for the last five games of the season as Union aims to avoid relegation from Germany's Bundesliga. 13/04/202614 hours ago
Pope in Algeria urges forgiveness and reconciliation on historic visit - Algeria welcomed Pope Leo XIV on Monday, 13 April 2026, marking the first visit by a pontiff to the Muslim-majority country, with a focus on interfaith dialogue and peace. 13/04/202613 hours ago
Cherry Blossom Festival in Berlin attracts many tourists this spring - Each spring, Japanese cherry blossoms across Berlin attract many visitors to the German capital. These vibrant pink and white trees, which bloom for only a few days, can be found scattered throughout parks across the city. 13/04/202615 hours ago
Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade - Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or will it collapse? 13/04/202613 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 13/04/202613 hours ago
US to blockade Iranian ports, risking wider war over Strait of Hormuz - US‑Iran talks in Pakistan have collapsed as Trump announced the blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday afternoon, stoking war fears and pushing oil prices sharply higher. 13/04/202615 hours ago
Poland and South Korea upgrade ties to strategic defence partnership - During a visit to Seoul on Monday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to strengthen their cooperation, particularly in defence. 13/04/202615 hours ago
Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV in ongoing feud over Iran war - The US president launches an unprecedented attack on Pope Leo XIV over the pontiff's rejection of the Iran war, accusing him of being "weak on crime" and hurting the Catholic Church. 13/04/202616 hours ago
"I'm not a fan of Pope Leo": Trump criticises pontiff over Iran comments - US President Donald Trump criticised Pope Leo XIV following comments on the Iran conflict, calling him "very liberal" and saying he was "not a fan" of the pontiff. 13/04/202616 hours ago
Haiti: at least 30 dead in stampede at UNESCO‑listed Citadelle Laferrière fortress - At least 30 people died on Saturday, 11 April 2026, after a stampede at the Citadelle Laferrière near Milot, a major tourist site in the north of Haiti. 13/04/202616 hours ago
Germany's Merz world's most unpopular head of government, poll shows - Surveys show Friedrich Merz as the most unpopular leader across 24 democracies, far behind Narendra Modi, Lee Jae-myung and Andrej Babiš in approval. 13/04/202620 hours ago
Peru faces protests as election delays fuel doubts over vote integrity - Peru's presidential election on Sunday, 12 April 2026, was thrown into uncertainty after widespread logistical failures prevented thousands of voters from casting their ballots, delaying the outcome. 13/04/202616 hours ago
Hungary: jubilant scenes across Budapest follow Magyar's victory - Hungary saw large crowds take to the streets on Sunday, 12 April 2026, after Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat, ending 16 years in power. 13/04/202616 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 13/04/202617 hours ago
Peru's election results delayed after logistical issues disrupt voting - Peruvian voters will now have to wait at least one additional day to learn the results of the country's presidential elections due to an issue authorities said was logistical, which left thousands of people unable to vote on Sunday. 13/04/20261 day ago
New Franco-Portuguese treaty enters into force - The Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between the two countries entered into force this Sunday, a partnership 'at the service of the French and the Portuguese, and of a Europe that decides for itself'. 12/04/20261 day ago
Hungary election: Supporters of Peter Magyar's party celebrate in Budapest - Supporters of Peter Magyar, leader of the pro-European conservative TISZA party, celebrate on the banks on the river Danube in Budapest. 12/04/20261 day ago
Timmy the whale: Can whale songs save him? Biologist plans autopsy - For days now, marine biologists have been assuming that there is no rescue for Timmy the humpback whale stranded in the Bay of Wismar. The Environment Minister of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is now talking about a "minimally invasive attempt to mobilise the whale". 12/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 12th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 12/04/20261 day ago
Orbán and Magyar vote in high-stakes Hungarian election watched by EU - Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar vote in a pivotal Hungarian election with record turnout expected, as the result could reshape Budapest's role in the EU. 12/04/20261 day ago
Pope Leo XIV urges immediate ceasefire as Israel-Hezbollah clashes rage - Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire on Sunday as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues, urging all parties to respect international law and protect civilians. 12/04/20261 day ago
Seismic shift: How 16 years of Hungarian politics changed in one day - The National Election Commission said voter turnout was at a record 77.8%, the highest ever recorded in a Hungarian election. 12/04/202614 hours ago
Trump says US Navy will blockade Hormuz after stalled Iran talks - U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iran in Islamabad ended without a deal. The move ramps up pressure as both sides blame each other, while Pakistan urges restraint and the ceasefire hangs in the balance. 12/04/20261 day ago
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating Easter ceasefire - According to Ukraine's General Staff of the armed forces, by 7am the ceasefire had been violated by Russia 2,299 times, including assaults, shelling and small drone launches. However, Russia has refrained from using long-range drones, missiles or guided bombs. 12/04/20261 day ago
Hungarian election show record morning turnout as polls get under way - Polls opened at 6am across the country, and will close 7pm local time. So far, all figures point to a record turnout. 12/04/20261 day ago