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Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
more#windfall-tax
France news
fromThe Local France
18 hours ago

French boats set sail to join Gaza aid flotilla

Around 20 French boats joined an international flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to break the Israeli blockade.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
more#citizenship
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Not if, but when: how Spain's coastal towns are preparing for tsunamis

Chipiona assumes that its citizens will have about an hour between an earthquake and a tsunami. Information boards explain what a tsunami is and what to do if one is coming.
Barcelona
European startups
fromComputerworld
5 days ago

Euro-Office billed as Europe's sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office

A new open-source office suite, Euro-Office, offers a European alternative to Microsoft Office, built on OnlyOffice and supported by major vendors.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

The UK aims for closer economic ties with the EU amid the Iran conflict, focusing on cooperation in economy and security.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Delayed by EU entry/exit system? Then travel light

The idea is to prevent visitors overstaying; the consequence is a 70% increase in security processing times, according to the trade body Airports Council International.
EU data protection
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear wave of refugees from Iran war

Most Germans doubt the country's capacity to accept more Iranian refugees amid rising regional tensions.
more#germany
#syria
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany hosted Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa despite his controversial past and accusations of human rights violations.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany news: Merz and Syrian president talk refugee returns

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa's visit to Germany has sparked outrage among the Kurdish community due to allegations of human rights violations.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Syria's al-Sharaa visits Germany to talk reconstruction, return of refugees

President Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Germany to discuss Syria's reconstruction and the return of refugees after ousting Bashar al-Assad.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Syrian president to talk war and immigration on Germany visit

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Germany to discuss reconstruction, refugee return, and relations with Western governments post-civil war.
more#syria
#migrants
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Dozens missing after migrant boat capsizes in Mediterranean

A boat carrying migrants capsized in the Mediterranean, resulting in at least two deaths and over 70 missing.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Dozens missing after migrant boat capsizes in Mediterranean

A boat carrying migrants capsized in the Mediterranean, resulting in at least two deaths and over 70 missing.
more#migrants
#immigration
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Stalled talks force UK and France to extend Channel migrant deal

UK and France extend immigration deal for two months amid stalled negotiations, focusing on increased law enforcement and boat interceptions.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Stalled talks force UK and France to extend Channel migrant deal

UK and France extend immigration deal for two months amid stalled negotiations, focusing on increased law enforcement and boat interceptions.
more#immigration
#energy-crisis
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago
Europe news

Government may soon ask public to conserve energy in response to fuel crisis

Ireland will not implement pandemic-style travel restrictions despite the deepening energy crisis from the US-Israeli invasion of Iran.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Europe news

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Emergency playbook for worldwide crises quietly released

Emergency energy playbook suggests measures to mitigate fuel shortages amid Middle East conflict, raising concerns of potential lockdowns.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Government may soon ask public to conserve energy in response to fuel crisis

Ireland will not implement pandemic-style travel restrictions despite the deepening energy crisis from the US-Israeli invasion of Iran.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
more#energy-crisis
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK and France fail to agree new deal to stop small boat crossings

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago
France news

UK-France 650m Channel deal talks stall over small-boat crossings

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and ongoing negotiations between the UK and France regarding funding for preventing small-boat crossings.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK and France fail to agree new deal to stop small boat crossings

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK-France 650m Channel deal talks stall over small-boat crossings

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and ongoing negotiations between the UK and France regarding funding for preventing small-boat crossings.
more#reproductive-rights
EU data protection
fromFortune
5 days ago

Is Europe too regulated to win the AI race-or ready for a second act? | Fortune

Europe faces economic decline without radical reforms, as highlighted in the Draghi report.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago

Worst of Storm Dave weather has passed as thousands of homes without power; warning of potential flight disruption today

Dublin Airport experienced flight disruptions due to strong winds, while Howth RNLI rescued a kite surfer blown offshore during Storm Dave.
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

Spain closes airspace to aircraft involved in Iran war, but US bases are being used in other ways

Spain has closed its airspace to flights involved in Operation Epic Fury, launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran, prohibiting military base use and denying airspace access.
World news
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

European Parliament member Rima Hassan taken into French police custody

Detention of Rima Hassan is viewed as an attempt to intimidate supporters of Palestine by the La France Insoumise party.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
6 days ago

European Commission admits breach of public web systems

The European Commission confirmed a data breach affecting its public web infrastructure, with details on the extent and nature of the data taken remaining unclear.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
more#nato
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

UK and France extend migrants deal for two months

Britain and France extended a migration deal for two months to finalize negotiations on border control and migrant crossings.
World news
fromBBC News
2 weeks ago

Drive more slowly and work from home to help ease energy crisis, IEA urges

Asian countries are implementing measures to limit energy consumption amid a significant energy security challenge.
Europe politics
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

State official to EU: Work with us on tech policy or fall behind a generation

The EU's regulatory regime hinders innovation and collaboration with the U.S., threatening economic competitiveness and technological advancement.
Berlin
fromwww.berlin.de
2 weeks ago

Berlin plans to strengthen civil defense

Berlin's Senate commits to strengthening civil defense through appointing coordinators in each department and increasing crisis drills to enhance population protection and crisis resilience.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.
#migrant-crisis
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

A migrant boat capsized in the English Channel, resulting in two deaths and one missing person, prompting a search and rescue operation.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Migrant boat capsizes in Turkey leaving 18 dead

At least 18 migrants died when an inflatable boat capsized in Turkish waters while attempting to reach Europe.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

A migrant boat capsized in the English Channel, resulting in two deaths and one missing person, prompting a search and rescue operation.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Migrant boat capsizes in Turkey leaving 18 dead

At least 18 migrants died when an inflatable boat capsized in Turkish waters while attempting to reach Europe.
more#migrant-crisis
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

EU seeks new strategy amid Sahel 'influence' rivalries

Military coups in the Sahel have led to increased foreign influence but heightened instability and violence in the region.
Europe news
fromCity AM
4 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Countries can rewild borders to deter invasions, says EU environment chief

Rewilding land borders with natural vegetation and wetlands deters invasion while enhancing biodiversity and national security through environmental restoration.
#uk-france-relations
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK to pay France extra 16m in stopgap deal to patrol Channel beaches

The UK will pay France an extra £16.2 million for police patrols to prevent small-boat crossings in the Channel.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK-France beach patrol deal to intercept small boats on verge of collapse

The UK's agreement with France for beach patrols is at risk of collapse due to disagreements over asylum seeker safety and interception numbers.
France news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

UK and France in last-minute talks to renew small boats deal

The UK is negotiating with France to renew a deal for beach patrols to intercept small boats in the English Channel.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK to pay France extra 16m in stopgap deal to patrol Channel beaches

The UK will pay France an extra £16.2 million for police patrols to prevent small-boat crossings in the Channel.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK-France beach patrol deal to intercept small boats on verge of collapse

The UK's agreement with France for beach patrols is at risk of collapse due to disagreements over asylum seeker safety and interception numbers.
France news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

UK and France in last-minute talks to renew small boats deal

The UK is negotiating with France to renew a deal for beach patrols to intercept small boats in the English Channel.
more#uk-france-relations
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on Europe's response to the Iran crisis: damage limitation only goes so far | Editorial

European leaders face pressure from Trump's unilateral military actions in Venezuela and Iran, requiring them to balance protecting their interests with defending multilateral principles through strategic autonomy.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

As Iran war rages, Europe gears up for energy crisis

The European Commission urges citizens to conserve energy amid the ongoing Iran war, warning of significant economic impacts similar to past crises.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

EU votes in favor of migrant 'return hubs'

European lawmakers approved proposals to deport illegal migrants to return hubs outside the EU, facing criticism and concerns over human rights.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Two dead and one missing after trying to cross Channel to UK

Two people died and one is missing while attempting to cross the Channel, highlighting the dangers of current border policies.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

EU law advisor wants cybercrime protections fast-tracked

EU legal advisor urges banks to reimburse cybercrime victims immediately rather than delaying payments pending fraud investigations, regardless of gross negligence claims.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

MEPs back plans for return hubs', raising fears of human rights black holes'

Undocumented migrants in the EU may face up to two years of detention or offshore processing under new European Parliament plans.
#eu
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
more#eu
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

EU healthcare workers say they refuse to be instruments' in deportation plans

Healthcare professionals warn that proposed deportation measures threaten public health and transform essential services into immigration enforcement sites.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The EU is preparing to slam the door on Trump and cling to multilateralism

EU leaders prioritize multilateralism and rules-based order while addressing energy price surges and geopolitical instability driven by US-Iran conflict and Trump's foreign policy.
Miscellaneous
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Planet Convenes European and Defense Advisory Boards - Silicon Canals

Planet formed European and Defense & Intelligence advisory boards to accelerate European expansion and strengthen national security partnerships.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

What you should know about the EU's plan to tap your savings

The EU revives its decade-old Capital Markets Union plan, now called the Savings and Investments Union, to compete with the US and China by unifying fragmented national financial markets and redirecting €10 trillion in citizen savings from bank deposits into investments.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

EU opens up funding to guarantee abortion rights across bloc

The EU established a social fund mechanism enabling member states to support citizens accessing safe abortions in countries where it is legal, addressing unsafe abortion practices across Europe.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Stunned, sidelined and disunited': how war in the Middle East paralysed the EU

Europe must adopt a realistic, interest-driven foreign policy as the rules-based international order becomes unreliable in an increasingly chaotic world.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Spain, Portugal brace for new storm after floods kill 2, displace 11,000

Portugal and Spain brace for Storm Marta with 26,500+ rescuers mobilized, flood warnings, evacuations, infrastructure disruptions, and postponed presidential voting.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Europe must be ready to fight, PM tells Munich Security Conference

The UK will strengthen defence, deploy a carrier strike group to the Arctic, deepen UK–EU cooperation, and reaffirm commitment to Article 5 collective defence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Weather tracker: Spain and Portugal hit by third fatal storm

Spain and Portugal have endured another storm over the weekend, just days after the deadly flooding and major damage caused by Storm Kristin and Storm Leonardo last week. Storm Marta passed over the Iberian peninsula on Saturday bringing fresh torrential rain, killing two people. Storm Kristin killed at least five people when it swept through Portugal last week with Storm Leonardo claiming another victim last Wednesday.
Environment
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reader Q&A: what does Europe's future look like? Post your questions for Jon Henley

Europe faces a strategic reckoning amid rising competition from China and an increasingly anti-European United States, one year after JD Vance's challenge.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is bridging the collapse' in US military aid to Ukraine

European partners largely replaced collapsed U.S. aid to Ukraine, keeping overall assistance near prior levels despite a near-total U.S. withdrawal.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

EU considers response to Middle East conflict as countries prepare to evacuate citizens Europe live

The EU convenes to address Middle East escalation, with plans for citizen evacuations and efforts to maintain critical waterway access.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Portugal urged to adapt to climate emergency after series of deadly storms

Portugal faces severe storm-induced flooding, infrastructure collapse, casualties, and urgent need for climate adaptation and updated land-use planning.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Europe defends military bases and struggles to evacuate citizens as it is drawn into the war on Iran

U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran are escalating Middle East tensions and forcing European nations into defensive positions despite not being consulted on the conflict.
#transatlantic-relations
more#transatlantic-relations
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Article 42.7: Are EU states compelled to collective defense?

Article 42.7 of the EU obligates member states to provide aid "by all the means in their power" if another EU country is under armed attack.
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

France hit by more than 35 days of rain

France experienced over 35 consecutive days of rain, triggering floods, red and orange alerts, emergency actions, and heightened risk ahead of Storm Pedro.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Brussels: Police search European Commission buildings

EU police and prosecutors raided European Commission premises over a 2024 sale of 23 buildings to Belgian sovereign fund SFPIM amid an evidence-gathering probe.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Merz and Meloni: an emerging Berlin-Rome axis is threatening the EU's green deal

EU leaders are rolling back environmental regulations, risking climate goals and weakening the emissions trading system under pressure from a deregulatory Berlin-Rome axis.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is making progress in designing its own new security architecture

Major European countries are initiating new defense cooperation frameworks, including talks on extending France's nuclear umbrella and deepening EU–UK security cooperation.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Europe is at a turning point. Timid EU elites should take lessons from The Leopard

Europe faces potential absolute decline as geopolitical rivals press influence, domestic elites pursue managed decline, and cultural reflection may offer lessons for political renewal.
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