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“Of course, as I’m sure is true for all of us, I have noticed time and again in conversations over the past few weeks how difficult it is to explain to citizens that, on the one hand, we are investing heavily in the future of our country, but on the other hand, we are also required to make massive savings in the core budget. I can tell you that both are necessary. Both are essential. On the one hand, we are investing in the modernization of the state, and at the same time we have to get running costs under…
The ruling military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger say their countries are withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the global tribunal of what they say is selective justice. The ICC, based in The Hague, is the world’s permanent global tribunal for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. In a joint statement announcing their withdrawal on Monday evening, the three countries said the ICC has become an “instrument of neocolonial repression in the hands of imperialism,” without elaborating on the allegation. The juntas also said they are seeking more “sovereignty” and hinted at a local option to the…
Published on 23/09/2025 – 12:36 GMT+2 With 10 days to go until the release of both Taylor Swift’s new album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ and her recently announced film, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, Swifties are gearing up to make October all about TayTay. The pop superstar’s upcoming twelfth album – which follows her zeitgeist-dominating Eras Tour and last year’s release of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ – has already become the most pre-saved album Countdown Page in Spotify history, and the 89-minute theatrical event follows Swift’s Eras Tour concert film, which broke records when it hit cinemas in 2023. Tickets for the…
At a press conference, Flemming Drejer, director of operations at Denmark’s PET intelligence service, said that national authorities are looking in all directions for a cause. “But it is clear that, given the current threat and what we are seeing on the international scene, this is something we are aware of,” Drejer said in response to a question about Russia. Russia sent drones over Poland earlier this month, several of which were shot down, as well as over Romania. Three Russian fighter jets were intercepted in Estonian airspace on Friday. Anne Tønnes, director of the Copenhagen police, said it is…
Despite Vázquez’s warnings, the faction seeking to shield Salis from Hungary’s courts — citing Orbán’s rule-of-law backsliding — prevailed, aided by some EPP MEPs who broke ranks. Had the entire group backed lifting her immunity, Salis would have lost her protection. “Legally speaking you can argue that in countries where the rule of law situation is critical, as it is in Hungary, there is a higher risk that criminal proceedings are not taking place in a fair manner,” German Social Democrat MEP René Repasi said. “That’s why the EU Court of Justice has accepted that European Arrest Warrants from Hungary…
International prestige For a country that controls the largest airspace in the world, a seat on the ICAO Council is as much about prestige as about doing aviation business, and there are plenty of reasons why Moscow is making this push as it tries to regain the diplomatic initiative after years of setbacks. “First, to be voted off was very embarrassing for Russia,” said Andrew Charlton, managing director of the Aviation Advocacy consultancy. “They no doubt want to reverse that ‘shame.’” In addition, a potential return to the ICAO Council “will be the start of Russia trying to legitimize its…
By Euronews Published on 23/09/2025 – 11:06 GMT+2 Italy’s health ministry launched a COVID-19 vaccination campaign for the autumn and winter seasons, introducing a new jab that has been updating to protect against an emergent variant. The campaign includes a COVID-19 booster jab for the most vulnerable groups, which people can receive along with the annual influenza vaccine. According to the Ministry of Health, the recommendations are based on the latest scientific guidance from groups such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). In recent months, COVD-19’s circulation in Italy has remained moderate,…
Another centerpiece is the Eurofighter Tranche 5 — built by Airbus, BAE Systems and Leonardo — with €4 billion set to be approved in October 2025 for new aircraft and another €1.9 billion for radar upgrades. Together with further investments in electronic warfare systems and avionics packages, the plan shows Berlin is doubling down on its existing European fighter fleet to bridge production delays for the troubled Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a next-generation fighter that’s supposed to be built by Germany, France and Spain. The army features prominently as well. More than €3.4 billion is planned for additional Boxer…
What can Sir Ed Davey achieve in 55 minutes? That’s how long his speech to Lib Dem conference delegates is coming in at. Sam, who’s at the conference in Bournemouth, and Anne consider the behind-the-scenes tussles and where the Liberal Democrats are trying to position themselves ahead of the next set of elections. Away from conference, the OECD will release its latest economic outlook, but will it be a good or bad result for Rachel Reeves? Plus, we have our weekly look at the state of the parties in our voting intentions poll. Sam and Anne will debrief Ed Davey’s…
By Euronews with IJF Published on 19/06/2025 – 7:08 GMT+2 It’s day 6 of the OTP Bank World Judo Championships. At -78kg, Germany’s Anna Monta OLEK stepped onto the tatami with confidence. Already a Grand Slam winner and one of the most consistent young talents in the category. OLEK arrived in Budapest ready to challenge the world’s best and prove that she belongs among them. Could this be her moment? Facing her was Italy’s Alice BELLANDI – the reigning Olympic Champion and one of the most dominant forces in the category. With her trademark intensity and experience on her side, BELLANDI was out to add…