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Additional EUFOR peacekeeper troops arrive in Bosnia amid tensions

The EU announced plans to send peacekeepers to Bosnia after the nation's top court suspended laws adopted by its ethnic-Serb majority regional entity.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Parties want elections in Portugal as soon as possible

Party leaders advocate for snap elections, which may occur on either 11 or 18 May. President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, who is convening the Council of State tomorrow, will make the decision.

12/03/2025

Netherlands

Philippines' ex-leader Duterte flown to the Hague on ICC charges

The Hague-based court has been investigating the mass killings linked to Duterte's so-called war on drugs.

12/03/2025

Ukraine

Will Russia agree to Washington's 30-day ceasefire proposal?

Ukraine agreed to a month-long ceasefire only if Russia abides by it, Kyiv said. Although Moscow's stance on the proposal is rather unclear, the Kremlin's demands have always been known.

12/03/2025

Europe News

European Parliament sidelined from new 'rearm Europe’ plan

Some MEPs deplored the Commission's use of Article 122 of the Treaty to avoid a vote on the newly proposed €150 billion instrument for defence funding. Others are less concerned.

12/03/2025

Tech News

Spain to fine AI companies up to €35 million for mislabelling content

Spain’s council of ministers approved a draft law that would fine AI companies up to €35 million for not correctly labelling their content.

12/03/2025

Europe News

European Parliament mulls seizure of Russian assets to help Ukraine

The total amount of frozen money is more than the entire aid provided to Ukraine by the EU over the three- year war. But taking it is not without risk.

12/03/2025

Green News

These are the European cities most vulnerable to flooding and drought

Researchers have found that 90 per cent of all climate disasters are driven by too much or too little water.

12/03/2025

Experiences

How to avoid paying a ‘singles tax’ when travelling solo

Solo travellers can find themselves paying over €2,000 more for their holiday package, but more travel agents are now catering for single adventurers.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Austria to temporarily halt family reunification for migrants

Vienna's three-party coalition announced their aim on Wednesday to prevent close relatives of asylum seekers from joining them in the country.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Bosnia's prosecutors issue arrest warrant for Bosnian Serb leader

Bosnia's state-level prosecutors issued arrest warrants for the entity of the Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik and two other officials, accusing them of anti-constitutional conduct.

12/03/2025

Business

AirBaltic CEO lauds new Starlink installation despite Musk controversy

The Latvian firm is the first European airline to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Elon Musk’s Starlink.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Tariffs: EU hits Trump-voting US states

In its response to the US tariffs on steel and aluminium, the EU is aiming to be 'smart' and hit US Republican-leaning states.

12/03/2025

Green News

Why climate change could litter Earth’s orbit with space junk

A new study says space may become more littered with debris as climate change lessens nature's way of cleaning it up

12/03/2025

Health news

How do European countries compare on breast cancer deaths?

Breast cancer death rates are expected to drop across European countries, here’s a look at how different women’s age groups compare.

12/03/2025

Travel News

How you can win a €1 holiday in this sunny seaside town in Italy

Siculiana is offering a handful of lucky travellers an all-expenses paid escape - all they have to fork out for is Sicily’s €1 tourist tax.

12/03/2025

Markets

European stocks rise as Ukraine ceasefire talks boost market sentiment

Euronews Business takes a look at how European and global markets are performing on Wednesday, amid escalating trade tensions and talks on Ukraine.

12/03/2025

Culture news

Is the $10bn Spotify gave artists enough to silence its critics?

Spotify paid out more money into the music industry last year than any other retailer in history.

12/03/2025

Business

Porsche shares fall as company warns of lower sales

Porsche has also announced that it will be cutting almost 4,000 jobs as part of a wider reorganising effort, as the company attempts to become more efficient in the medium and long term.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Polish president asks NATO leaders to increase military spending

“There is no strong Europe without the USA and NATO, just as there is no strong NATO without a committed Europe,” Andrzej Duda wrote in a letter sent to all heads of government and countries of NATO members on Wednesday.

12/03/2025

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Russian attacks hit Ukrainian cities of Sumy, Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih

Russian forces launched strikes on multiple Ukrainian cities, damaging homes and infrastructure. One person was killed, and 15 were wounded as residents began clearing the devastation.

12/03/2025

Europeans' Stories

Bridge to Sicily: strategic project or waste of resources for Europe?

Construction of the bridge across the Strait of Messina will start this year, assures the Italian government. This mammoth undertaking that aims to link the island of Sicily to the region of Calabria is one of the most expensive and controversial infrastructure projects worldwide.

12/03/2025

Ukraine

US arms shipped to Ukraine again as Kremlin mulls ceasefire proposal

Washington announced it would resume sending military supplies to Ukraine following talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

12/03/2025

Europe in Motion

Which European country's small business owners work the hardest?

The majority of Italians and French rarely skip their lunch break, while many British entrepreneurs sacrifice their self-care for business.

12/03/2025

Business

Rheinmetall sees profit jump as Europe prepares for military splurge

Germany’s Rheinmetall announces a 38% jump in net profit in 2024 and predicts a sales boost as Europe increases military capacity.

12/03/2025

Tech News

Lawmakers to scrutinise AI influence on finance, copyright 

The reports come as the financial sector and publishers have been calling for clarity on how the AI Act applies to their industries.

12/03/2025