Watch: What could Trump's energy ceasefire mean for Ukraine?
The BBC's Dan Johnson reports from Kyiv, where Ukrainians face another winter with electricity outages.
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
EU agrees new security mission in Lebanon as UN peacekeepers prepare to leave
EU foreign ministers approved a civilian-military mission to train Lebanon’s armed forces. It will not replace UNIFIL, whose mandate ends in December. Personnel numbers and participating countries are yet to be confirmed.
NATO commander unveils strategy to make any attack on alliance ‘utterly futile’
Alexus Grynkewich says the new strategy aims to deny adversaries a foothold and dismantle their warfighting capabilities, telling the Warsaw Security Forum that NATO is prepared to block, blunt and break any attack.
44-year-old woman rescued after 20 hours in sea, Greek coastguard says
The woman, from El Salvador, was found by the cargo ship MSC Rossella III, which was taking part in search efforts, the coastguard said in a statement.
Nuclear war and malicious use of AI could end humanity by 2100, scientists warn
They are among 17 global threats to human health according to a new study by The Lancet which aims to drive global action to address them.
Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Hundreds of stores were targeted by the overnight hack, which spoiled fresh and frozen food estimated to be worth millions of euros.
Greece's social media ban for under-15s: What you need to know
The government argues that setting a clear age limit, combined with reliable age checks, will help protect children from potential risks associated with social media usage.
Hundreds of French supermarkets hit by cyberattack on refrigeration systems
Several supermarkets were forced to discard fresh and frozen food, Intermarché said, and have yet to estimate the losses. The Paris prosecutor has opened an investigation.
Paris’s oldest covered food market gutted by major overnight fire
Fire tore through Paris’s oldest covered food market in the Marais, leaving traders devastated. An investigation is under way and the market may stay shut for months.
Hard-right Reform party pledges to suspend UK asylum system for up to five years if elected
Reform has accused Labour of having "totally lost control" of the UK's borders, whilst Labour says small boat crossing figures have continued to come down in recent years.
Spreading the flow: cruise tourism helps Europe protect local identity
Europe’s tourism strategy is shifting to sustainable, year-round travel, promoting lesser-known destinations, local culture and smarter visitor management.
Explore the patterns of Qatar’s visual identity and architectural language
Cult explores the visual language of Qatar, where geometry isn’t ornamental. At the Doha Design District, we learn about 15 patterns from the Msheireb Pattern Collection, tracing their cultural and architectural origins, revealing how design can carry memory, identity and a
Gijs de Best urges shared enforcement to curb illicit trade
Illicit trade costs governments billions and puts consumers at risk. Gijs de Best says only shared intelligence and enforceable rules can curb the problem.
Started planning summer 2027 holidays? Ryanair and easyJet announce 47 new flight routes
Ryanair has released its first 29 new flight routes for summer 2027, while easyJet has also confirmed 18 new routes from the UK.
Agios Efstratios: the first Greek island to get all its electricity from renewables
In ten months, the small island of Agios Efstratios has gone from relying entirely on fossil fuels to producing more than 90% of its electricity from renewable sources. Thanks to an EU-funded project, this volcanic island is now self-sufficient with green energy.
Ukraine passes minority rights law, paving way for breakthrough in EU accession talks
Ukraine’s parliament passed a minority rights law, easing a years-long dispute with Hungary. Diplomats expect Budapest to approve two more EU accession clusters on Tuesday, and Prime Minister Péter Magyar could meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Brussels on Thursday.
German firms outline new infrastructure and green energy plans in Baku
German industrial giants, including Siemens Energy, are exploring opportunities to support Azerbaijan's green energy transition, as the country aims to handle 30 million tonnes of transit cargo by 2030.
Did Ukrainian strikes on Yandex data centres cause Russian bot activity to plummet?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said social media had become less hostile following Kyiv's strikes on Russian technology giant Yandex's data centres, as web users report plummeting bot activity.
UAE calls for stronger Gulf defence as allies back Saudi Arabia after Riyadh airport attacks
Deadly attacks on Riyadh’s airport have brought fresh calls for joint Gulf defence, as Qatar warned the wider conflict was damaging global energy supplies.
Video shows major fire ravaging 400-year-old Paris food market
Footage shows the aftermath of a major overnight fire at Paris’s oldest covered food market, which dates back to 1615
Pupil arrested after two teachers shot at French school
A 14-year-old was detained after the middle-school principal and teacher were injured.
What we know about Pope Leo XIV's upcoming operation to remove lung nodule
The Vatican press office has said doctors expect the pope's recovery to take around a week. That would make it possible for him to leave for his visit to Latin America as planned on 6 November.
What to know about Pope Leo XIV's upcoming lung surgery
Pope Leo XIV is to undergo surgery this week to remove a lung nodule — a small growth of dense tissue inside the lung. Here is what to know about the procedure.
Miriam González launches new party to take on Spain’s big two in snap election
Lawyer Miriam González is entering politics with new party Democracia21. She is married to British politician Nick Clegg, former UK deputy prime minister, and says she wants to "regenerate Spanish politics".
Thales to open what could be Japan’s first foreign-run defence maintenance base
The facility could be the first in Japan set up by a foreign defence company to maintain military equipment and support its operation, according to Nikkei.
French MPs push exit tax on crypto above €800,000 and fines for undeclared wallets
French MPs want wealthy crypto investors who leave the country to pay tax on their paper gains, under an amendment backed in committee last week alongside fines of up to €10,000 for undeclared self-custody wallets, though every measure must be voted on again.
As drones reshape warfare, Lithuania brings them into the classroom
In Lithuania, children learn to build and programme drones at school. Similar projects exist in Germany. But what can pupils learn from these unmanned systems?
Citroën revives its classic 2CV with a new electric concept
Citroën has unveiled an all-electric concept inspired by its iconic 2CV, aiming to bring the classic model back to the road within the next two years. The compact vehicle combines retro styling with modern electric technology and is expected to start at around €15,000.
Headmaster shot in southern France school and 14-year-old teen arrested, police say
A third person was grazed in the shooting in the southern town of Aubagne near Marseille and the lives of the principal and teacher were not in danger, police said.
Americans Hall and Woodford win Nobel Prize in economics for stabilisation models
The economics prize is the only Nobel not among the original five created in the will of Swedish scientist Alfred Nobel, who died in 1896.
‘Critical moment’: World leaders urged to course correct on nature protection ahead of COP17 summit
Game-changing global nature pact still has potential – but nations need to speed up progress, conservationists urge.
Latest news bulletin | October 12th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
You could own an entire Scottish island for €414,000 – but there’s a catch
Hildasay Island off the west coast of Shetland offers spectacular views and birdlife, but no real creature comforts.
‘We still love you’: NATO envoy seeks to reassure Europe over US military pullback
US Ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, has enthused that there is no “love” lost between Washington and Brussels amid a more Europeanised NATO.
Zelenskyy says Russia ignored Trump's 'energy ceasefire' and kept attacking Ukraine
Zelenskyy addressed the Warsaw Security Forum in one of his first reactions to renewed turmoil with Washington, following Trump's surprise energy ceasefire announcement and controversial diesel deal with Russia.
IEA urges additional diesel releases ahead of key meeting
Tightening global diesel markets prompted the International Energy Agency to call on its members to accelerate previously agreed releases from strategic oil reserves, prioritising diesel. The IEA also asked member states to assess "whether additional diesel releases are
Chinese carmaker BYD considers opening a factory in France
France is among the European countries where BYD is considering opening a plant. According to vice-president Stella Li, "France is on the shortlist".
Independent Gibala beats Tusk’s party to win Krakow mayoral run-off
The new mayor took 62% of the vote in an election triggered after residents voted in May to oust his predecessor, and Łukasz Gibała warned that the city’s finances are in a disastrous state.
Cute cats and street fighters: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Fontaines D.C. bring synths and psychedelia with their latest album 'Dopamine Chamber' while a new exhibition near Paris explores all things cute. Here's what to look out for this week.
EU leaders face budget showdown as Germany leads revolt over spending plans
An Irish compromise proposal for the EU’s long-term budget has drawn fire from the net-paying countries over its size and its focus on cutting ‘modern’ priorities. The Commission and MEPs have countered, warning of the risks of a less ambitious, more rigid budget.
What is ‘pilgra-merch’? The travel trend turning souvenirs into trip inspiration
Tourists are showing off how well-travelled they are through destination-specific grocery tote bags or branded hotel caps.
Ukraine will be 'front and centre' at EU summit this week
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (pictured) has again thrown her weight fully behind Ukraine following fresh backlash against Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia. This comes following her call with Ukraine President Zelenskyy at the weekend where she said she
Fire totally destroys oldest covered food market in Paris, authorities say
The Marché Couvert des Enfants Rouges in the Marais district has existed since 1615 and draws its name from the red outfits that orphans wore at a hospital near the market until 1772.
EU decries 'concerning' Trump-Putin deal, insists sanctions on Russia will continue
The Trump-Putin diesel deal has been badly received by EU foreign ministers, who say it undermines transatlantic unity at a time when Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukraine.
Footage shows Glucksmann covered in flour after winning French left-wing presidential primary
French politician and European Parliament member Raphaël Glucksmann was pelted with flour outside a bar in Paris on Sunday evening, shortly after winning the social-democratic left’s primary for the 2027 presidential election with more than 66% of the vote.
Kazakhstan and Belgium to Open New Chapter in Their Partnership
Roman Vassilenko, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Belgium King Philippe and Queen Mathilde will pay a State Visit to Kazakhstan, the first Belgian State Visit to Central Asia, on October 11-14, 2026. The programme
CCTV shows moment of strike at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh
CTV footage released by Saudi authorities shows the moment a missile strike hit Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport on October 10. The attack killed at least 13 people and injured hundreds, forcing the suspension of airport operations.
Judge orders Trump to pull taxpayer-funded adverts
The White House calls the adverts, reportedly paid for with $20 million of Homeland Security funds, public service announcements, but they have drawn criticism from both parties.
France’s main problem is its inability to reduce public debt, economist says
French economist Nicolas Bouzou says France's economic growth is not "strong" enough to sustain the country's welfare state.
Tens of thousands march in Brussels demanding urgent climate action
Tens of thousands of people marched through Brussels on Sunday, 11 October, demanding stronger action on climate change ahead of next month's COP31 summit in Antalya, Turkey.