Belgium to introduce new road tax in 2027 even for transiting drivers, regions say
According to the chairman of the liberal-conservative MR party, the government intends to offset the new toll by lowering other taxes for Belgians.
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Georgia left off NATO summit partner list as critics decry isolation
The Georgian government is facing accusations of international isolation after not being invited to the NATO summit in Turkey, the first time a key partner has been excluded from the alliance's agenda.
Defending champion Sinner beats Djokovic to set up Wimbledon final aginst Zverev
From the start, Sinner pushed Djokovic back with his powerful groundstrokes and came up with big serves in big moments.
Toxic cloud from municipal pool forces lockdown in La Bisbal del Penedès, Tarragona
A chemical reaction has affected 17 people, four of them seriously, forcing the activation of the Procicat emergency plan due to chemical risk.
Crews drain Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of troubled Trump revamp
Trump directed that the bottom be painted what he called “American flag blue” but problems began quickly after the initial work was finished.
Superb Sinner ends Djokovic's latest bid for history
Jannik Sinner produces a devastating display to end Novak Djokovic's latest bid for history and set up a Wimbledon final against Alexander Zverev.
Watch: What links a bomb in Monaco and a shooting in Ukraine?
A Ukrainian intelligence agent who confessed to killing the woman suspected of trying to assassinate a multimillionaire in Monaco, has now claimed he did not pull the trigger.
Ukrainian drone strikes hit southern Russian refineries and Azov port, officials say
Kyiv says the strikes are fair retribution for Russia's more than four-year barrages on Ukraine and that it is a bid to force Russia to the negotiating table.
Baltic states summon Russian envoys over false deportation claims
Lithuania and Estonia have said the Kremlin has been spreading false claims about deportations of Russian speakers from Baltic states in an attempt to distract from its large-scale attacks on cities and other civilian targets in Ukraine.
Inside the EU’s bittersweet deal to update air passenger rights
A decade-long battle over air passenger rights ended this week as the European Parliament approved the first overhaul in 22 years. The deal preserves existing rights and adds new ones, but consumer groups say it falls short, while airline associations argue there are no winners.
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after former MP Ann Widdecombe found dead, UK police say
Widdecombe served in the House of Commons as an MP from 1987 to 2010 and was known for socially conservative views opposing abortion rights and expansion of LGBTQ+ rights.
China achieves first-ever controlled rocket booster recovery
China successfully recaptured the first stage of a rocket after a launch on Friday in a breakthrough for the country's space program, state media said. The first stage of a Long March-10B rocket separated from the second stage after liftoff and returned to a platform in the sea.
Exclusive: ‘Big mistake to believe we're off the hook in Europe and beyond,’ IEA tells Euronews
If the Strait of Hormuz is closed indefinitely, Europe and the rest of the world will face dire consequences, International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol told Euronews in an exclusive interview.
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Exclusive: ‘More grids, more electricity, less fossil fuels,’ energy leaders tell Euronews
Making electricity cheaper than fossil fuels is essential to improve energy security and cut dependence on imported fossil fuels, top energy officials told Euronews.
Survival guide: Key advice for what to do if you find yourself caught by a wildfire
Spain has been sweltering in extreme heat, creating tinderbox conditions favourable for the rapid spread of wildfires.
Fery's Wimbledon run ended by Zverev in semi-finals
Arthur Fery's unforgettable Wimbledon run comes to an end as Alexander Zverev beats the British wildcard to secure a place in the final.
Was Erdoğan's gun gift a faux pas or an old-school diplomatic tradition?
When NATO leaders opened their gift boxes from the Turkish president and found a .357 Magnum revolver, some panicked and others laughed. But gifting heads of state lavish, personalised firearms is a tradition as old as Samuel Colt — and as recent as a Czech pistol presented to
UK took 'unlawful' decision on migrants sent to France, High Court judge rules
As of early March, 377 people had been returned to France and 380 people had arrived in the UK under the "one in, one out" scheme, according to the Home Office.
French government activates new 'extreme heat' Orsec plan as temperatures rise
The Orsec plan is an emergency response and relief mechanism for exceptional events, and has generally been activated in the case of natural disasters such as floods.
Music bans and fines for peeing: Europe’s surprising beach rules travellers should know this summer
To avoid having possessions confiscated or paying fines, here are all the rules you might not know about when spending time on Europe’s beaches this summer.
Literary world gets 'privileged' stage at one of Portugal's biggest music festivals
In this 18th edition of NOS Alive, a key innovation is the Literary Stage, a space for books, writing and the power of stories, showing how a music festival can also embrace other arts.
Ukraine's commander-in-chief says turning point in war with Russia 'still a long way off'
"The aggressor has not abandoned its plans for the complete occupation of the Luhansk and Donetsk regions," Oleksandr Syrskyi wrote in a post on Telegram.
The Oasis and Glastonbury effect: How 2025 was a record year for UK music tourism
New data from UK Music has revealed that sell-out concerts, tours and festivals in the UK in 2025 attracted a record 24.7 million music tourists while spending hit a new high of £11.2 billion (€13.1 billion).
Greek anti-terrorist police arrest three for deadly bombings targeting politicians
The 1 July dawn attacks in the northern city of Thessaloniki targeted the homes and vehicles of three politicians from Greece's ruling New Democracy party with homemade gas canister explosives.
EU agrees to open new phase of membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova
Ukraine and Moldova will formally open cluster six of accession negotiations on 14 July. This leaves them with four clusters still blocked.
Metropolitan Police investigating donations to hard-right Reform party, UK media say
Reform, an anti-immigration group that has led the ruling Labour party in opinion polls for well over a year, is facing intense scrutiny over several alleged undeclared donations.
Spain: Nine injured in fourth San Fermín bull run in Pamplona
The fourth San Fermin bull run was once again a fast and dangerous dash along the cobbled streets of Pamplona.
How this country's faiths have coexisted for centuries
Azerbaijan is highlighting centuries of religious coexistence as part of its national identity and cultural diplomacy.
Luxury paper made in Italy from waste : a way to reduce pressure on forests
Did you know that something as simple as drinking a cup of coffee can help create eco-friendly paper? In Italy, a historic paper mill is turning agricultural and textile waste into raw materials to replace part of the cellulose traditionally sourced from trees.
‘Serious concern’: Nine European countries urge EU to ease Entry/Exit System border checks
Airports and airlines have also joined the chorus of criticism, once again warning of the disruption caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES).
Majority of 12 victims of Spain wildfires believed to be foreigners, officials say
Around 500 firefighters, backed by Spain's Military Emergency Unit, battled to contain the flames and search for victims. Around 800 people were evacuated, including nearly 200 to temporary shelters.
How do England stop Norway - and Haaland?
As England prepare to face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, how can Thomas Tuchel's side handle the main threat - star striker Erling Haaland?
Sweeping victory for Europe as 15 nations top climate scoreboard – see the full list
Europe has come top in the latest Environmental Performance Index, partly due to the boom in renewables. But experts warn that more progress is needed.
Germany puts the squeeze on Lime and Bolt with tougher e-scooter liability rules
Rental scooters represented around one-fifth of insured e-scooters in 2023 but accounted for roughly 40% of claims.
From AI to greenlash: How is climate disinformation evolving?
Experts say climate disinformation is evolving to increasingly focus on picking apart green policies. In the background, other developments include a surge in AI-generated content of natural disasters.
EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram
Regulators say features such as infinite scroll contribute to "compulsive use" and "unhealthy habits".
Global oil demand set for first annual drop since the COVID-19 pandemic, IEA says
Global oil consumption is on course to shrink this year for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Energy Agency has said, as the war between the US and Iran throttled Gulf exports, though the IEA also noted supply increased in June.
Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say
The man's wife held onto his legs for around five minutes to stop him from being sucked out, officials say.
'What old-timers can do' - the evolution of Belgium's golden generation
BBC Sport explores what is behind Belgium's progress to the last eight of the World Cup, and whether they were too easily discounted among the contenders.
Hungary to join European Prosecutor's Office, allowing probes into Orbán-era corruption allegations
The EPPO can investigate EU fund misuse dating as far back as June 2021, meaning it can look into corruption allegations against Viktor Orbán's government.
Travel to Europe continues to grow in 2026 with Greece, Italy and Malta leading the way
Amid turbulence across the tourism sector, international visitor numbers to Europe increased by 5% year-to-date, according to European Travel Commission data, with Greece, Italy and Malta recording the largest increases in arrivals.
Italy's poorest region relies on Cuban doctors despite US pressure to cut ties
Calabria is opposed to the US push to end Cuba's medical missions in the region, saying the region can't afford to lose the doctors.
French economy minister on Spain's debt proposal: 'It's interesting'
French Economy Minister Roland Lescure reacts to Spain's proposal for a new joint EU debt instrument worth up to €850 billion, while warning of potential risks. "If one country transfers its debt to the whole community, that might be an incentive for that country to take on
17-year-old girl dies during France World Cup celebrations
Emergency responders attempted to resuscitate the girl, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
How NATO leaders reacted to Erdoğan's elaborate firearm gift
Set in a wooden display box, the gift came with a sign reading: "Gümüşay, the first revolver-type handgun produced in our country”.
Spain wildfire victims appeared to abandon evacuation route
The victims were looking for "an exit that was not the designated one" and ended up crossing a dry riverbed where the rapidly advancing flames caught up with them, authorities said.
EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle 'addictive' design features
The European Commission has taken aim at infinite scroll and autoplay on Instagram and Facebook, finding that Meta failed to adequately mitigate the risks its platforms pose to users' mental health, including children.
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Serve and protect: How Europe can stabilise the Middle East by saving its culture and infrastructure
Europe can save ancient civilisations and stablise the Middle East. It's an ambitious but achievable target according to Nabil Al Lao, founder of Damascus Opera theatre and a refugee in Italy for more than a decade and Maria Francesca Corrao, a professor of Arabic at LUISS