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EU to approve more sanctions on Russia on Monday, France says
France announces new EU sanctions targeting Russia's banking sector and energy assets are slated for approval on Monday.
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Andy Burnham has ignited the Rejoin debate
Andy Burnham has ignited the Rejoin debate by arguing that a win-win Brexit deal can be reached with the European Union.
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European leaders reject Russian push to overhaul continent’s security
European leaders are divided over who should represent the continent at Ukraine-Russia peace talks, with coverage stressing that Europe must have a seat at the table.
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Ukraine's path to EU accession narrows as war drags on
EU officials signal Ukraine's membership timeline is slipping while Moldova advances, raising questions about Kyiv's European future amid ongoing war.
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‘Putin Doesn’t Get to Choose’: Estonia Backs Kallas as EU Peace Envoy
European leaders gathered in Dublin remain divided over who should represent the continent in peace talks with Russia.
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David Walliams: Power and Silence review
BBC coverage links a review of David Walliams' documentary on power and silence to wider TV industry abuse concerns and Cameron's EU warning.
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EU Makes Historic EUMAM Move, Establishing Military Mission Presence Inside Ukraine
European Union member states agreed on Monday to extend their military training mission for Ukraine to November 15, 2028.
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Europe is about to get very tough on loot boxes in games, according to a leaked draft of the landmark Digital Fairness Act
The European Commission has presented its draft Digital Fairness Act, a regulation that would ban loot boxes for minors, require real-money pricing for virtual currencies, and impose fines up to 6% of global turnover.
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EU offers cash for Black Sea attack response
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged €50 million to accelerate a Black Sea Maritime Security Hub in Romania and Bulgaria and €10 million for Bulgarian rescue operations during visits to Bucharest and Varna on November 9–10, 2026.
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EU's Kallas: Russia 'pretending' to negotiate on Ukraine while 'bombing civilians'
European officials and diplomats demand a seat at upcoming Ukraine peace talks amid concerns over Russian negotiations.
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German Chancellor Merz threatens to block EU budget unless four holdouts — Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has threatened to block the EU's next long-term budget unless all member states commit to filling a projected €70 billion funding gap for Ukraine in 2027, prompting accusations of blackmail from Slovakia, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Bulgaria.
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China’s Trade Surplus Passes $1 Trillion at Record Pace
China's trade surplus topped $1 trillion in the first 10 months of 2026, reaching the milestone a month earlier than last year as exports surged 35.2% in October on AI-driven demand.
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EXCLUSIVE: Covert Russian network exploited French riots on social media, EU report says
An EU report identifies a covert Russian network that amplified French riot unrest while Israeli and MAGA-linked accounts pushed anti-immigration narratives.
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From supermarket fridges to passenger flights, a wave of threats is testing Europe's defenses
A wave of cyber attacks on supermarket refrigeration systems and hoax bomb threats against passenger flights across Europe has exposed critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, with no group claiming responsibility and Russia suspected but denying involvement.
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Germany issues ultimatum to secure Ukraine funding
Germany issues an ultimatum regarding critical financial backing for Ukraine within the upcoming European Union budget framework.
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The Kremlin call: How talking to Putin exposed Europe’s deepest rift over Ukraine
A phone call between Finland's president and Vladimir Putin has split European leaders over whether dialogue with Moscow advances or undermines Ukraine's position.
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Europe to join U.S.-brokered Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, defying Kremlin objections
European officials will join U.S.-brokered Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Abu Dhabi this week despite Kremlin objections to EU participation.
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French far-left presidential hopeful pledges ‘revolutionary’ remaking of society
Jean-Luc Mélenchon launches his fourth presidential bid with a revolutionary platform that polls show resonating with Gen Z voters while analysts warn it could split the left and empower the far right.
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Why Italy’s Giorgia Meloni Is Willing to Lose Votes Over Ukraine
Italy's Giorgia Meloni addresses the European Union's stance on Ukraine as the United States and Russia hold security talks.
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Cracks emerge over Europe’s fragmented approach to Ukraine peace talks
US-mediated talks between Ukraine and Russia began in Abu Dhabi as European leaders clashed over a fragmented peace strategy.
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China threatens retaliation as EU mulls trade “kill-switch”
China has threatened retaliatory measures as the European Union considers implementing a trade "kill-switch" to reduce its economic dependence on the nation.
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'Too early' to say if Europe flight bomb threats linked, EU says
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Europe to invest €525 million in chip startups to catch up with US and China
Europe launches a major €525 million investment initiative targeting chip startups to rival the United States and China.
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EU says Montenegro on track to become bloc's next member state by 2028
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France: Cyberattack targets blood bank refrigerators
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Moldova outpaces Ukraine on new EU membership roadmap
Moldova has moved ahead of Ukraine on the new European Union membership roadmap, according to recent international coverage.
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Europe’s rearmament faces a reality check, leaked EU document reveals
Europe's rearmament hits severe obstacles as a leaked EU document reveals stark realities about defense adaptation.
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Pitfalls and progress: Five takeaways from the Enlargement Summit
Recent reporting outlines the central pitfalls and progress emerging from the Enlargement Summit.
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European Freezer Hacks Highlight Risks to Internet-Connected Cold Chain
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As Moldova races ahead of Ukraine on reforms, EU set to reveal verdict on Kyiv's progress
The European Union evaluates Ukraine's reform progress in its new enlargement report as accession talks continue.
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Hackers Hijacked French Blood Plasma Freezers, Changing Temperature Settings From −30°C to 110°C
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Ukraine cannot be permanently shut out of EU market, PM says
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Setback for Google as EU court adviser warns AI chatbot may breach copyright rules
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Georgia PM offers no way out of EU deadlock
Georgia's stalled European Union integration path draws intense international scrutiny amid sharp exchanges between Tbilisi and Brussels.
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Supermarket Chain Thaw Massacre: Russia suspected in Europe’s fridge attacks
Cyberattacks targeting internet-connected supermarket refrigerators across multiple European countries have raised regional security concerns.
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Germany’s Merz warns Europe needs seat at the table as Trump renews Ukraine talks
Friedrich Merz urges European involvement in peace negotiations as President Trump renews talks regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
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Russia confirms new Ukraine peace talks as Melania Trump prepares to host ceasefire meeting
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European troops prepare for a postwar Ukraine mission that’s fraught with challenges
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Iliana Yotova wins the presidential election in Bulgaria, portraying herself as the 'president of peace'
Iliana Yotova wins the Bulgarian presidential runoff, becoming the nation's first elected female president.
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Hackers Raise Supermarket Freezers to 55°C as Cyberattack Spreads Across Seven EU Countries
A sophisticated cyberattack targeting supermarket freezers across seven EU countries has raised temperatures to 55°C, forcing mass food withdrawals.
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Thousands of European troops to rehearse Ukraine deployment in event of peace
Thousands of European troops are convening in Poland for a multinational military exercise to rehearse a potential deployment to Ukraine following a peace agreement.
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Europe Today: Tusk v Nawrocki: Poland's Constitutional Tribunal crisis explodes
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Supermarket freezers in Belgium, Sweden and Luxembourg hit by suspected cyber-attack
A suspected second wave of cyberattacks has targeted supermarket refrigeration systems across Europe, causing temperature spikes in multiple countries.
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China EV sales in October: BYD 483,125, Geely 214,996, Leapmotor 106,127, Xpeng 50,237
October electric vehicle sales data highlights massive figures for BYD, Geely, Leapmotor, and Xpeng amidst growing overseas export strategies.
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Allies fear Trump will target NATO in case of midterm loss
Allies express growing concern that Donald Trump may target NATO if Republicans suffer losses in the upcoming midterm elections.
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Donald Tusk vows to press on with overhaul of Poland’s judiciary
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk continues his push to overhaul the nation's judiciary amid escalating conflict with the pro-Trump president.
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Reeves says UK's future should be inside the EU
Rachel Reeves asserts that the United Kingdom's future should be inside the European Union, arguing that Brexit has left Britain poorer and weaker.
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Massive protests sweep Europe over cost of living and strained public services
Violent protests and riots escalate in France and Germany amid rising civil unrest and severe clashes.
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'A lot of lies': Kaja Kallas criticises Russian FM Lavrov following G20 meetings
Kaja Kallas criticizes Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov following G20 meetings amid debates over frozen assets and Putin.
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Europe Is Now Seriously Rethinking Its Oil Refinery Phase Down
Europe is seriously rethinking its oil refinery phase down as diesel prices rise and supplies tighten.
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French minister warns of 'very high' violence risk as country braces for Halloween protests
France deploys 70,000 officers as authorities warn of a very high risk of violence during youth-led Halloween protests.
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China's Xi hails new chapter with Germany, urges friendly policy towards Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier meet to discuss a new chapter in bilateral relations and global affairs.
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EU and Canada to seal broader, deeper alliance in Trump's long shadow
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'Why not? Australia could replicate the Canadian model'
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EU chief lays out vision for new Canada partnership at Montreal summit
The European Union executive is pursuing Canadian associate membership despite internal dissent, according to recent reporting.
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What’s Behind the Protests and Riots in France, and What Comes Next
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EU and Canada eye now-or-never window to Trump-proof their ties
The European Union and Canada confront a critical window for bilateral relations amid shifting political pressures.
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EU removes mention of ‘associate membership’ from Canada declaration
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Exclusive | EU plans high-level China currency talks as fears of new trade shock mount
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No 10 appears to backtrack on PM's freedom of movement referendum suggestion
UK’s top office reverses on a freedom‑of‑movement referendum as Burnham reignites the Brexit debate and officials prepare EU talks.