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Øresund Bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden turns 25
'A permanent connection, this creates prosperity and positive development in the Øresund region,' Denmark's Minister for Transport said.
Europe swelters under severe heatwave as temperatures soar above 40C
Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy were some of the worst hit countries, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celcius.
Israeli settlers set fire at military base in the West Bank
On Wednesday, three Palestinians were killed when Jewish settlers stormed the West Bank village of Karf Malik.
EU inaction on Israel could erode international order, NGO Avaaz warns
The NGO Avaaz organised a street installation in Brussels on the suffering of children in Gaza, calling on EU leaders to not look away.
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At least 25 killed after Israeli army opens fire near Gaza aid trucks
The Israeli military fired near Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza, killing 25 and wounding 146.
Beer consumption in Belgium continues to decline
According to an annual report of the Belgian Brewers association, total beer consumption fell by a further 2% in 2024.
Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican
Milei's visit to the Vatican comes as part of his 10-day European tour, including visits to Spain and France, and Israel.
Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Hajj pilgrimage starts
Each year, Muslim pilgrims embark on the spiritual journey of Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
Israel intensifies military operation in northern and southern Gaza
Israeli forces demolished the rear wall of the European Hospital and destroyed northern Gaza's only remaining dialysis centre.
Macron signs 'tangible roadmap' AI and tech deal during Singapore trip
Emmanuel Macron's visit to Singapore has led to a new partnership focusing on AI, tech and defence, with both nations promoting multilateralism and cooperation.
At least two killed after crowd rushes UN warehouse in Gaza
It comes a day after Israeli forces opened fire near thousands of Palestinians after the crowd overwhelmed an aid centre.
Media reports Israeli army wants to occupy 75% of Gaza within months
Israel Defence Forces told local media it's shifted its focus from fighting Hamas to capturing territory and controlling food distribution.
Trump says Putin has gone 'crazy' after latest strike on Ukraine
"He's killing a lot of people. And I don't know what the hell happened to Putin," the US president told reporters before boarding Air Force One on Sunday, adding that he would "absolutely" consider imposing new sanctions against Russia.
Spain hosts nations to discuss Israel-Palestine two-state solution
European and Arab countries gathered in Madrid and pressured Israel to halt its Gaza offensive and break humanitarian aid blockade.
Russia and Ukraine each release hundreds in large-scale prisoner swap
Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds more prisoners on Sunday on the third day of a prisoner swap, making it the largest in more than three years of war.
IDF deploys all standing army infantry, armored brigade to Gaza
It comes as Israel intensifies its renewed offensive in Gaza, which killed dozens, including nine out of a doctor's 10 children.
Lack of funding threatens women-led peace initiatives, UN warns
Policymakers, civil society leaders, and international organisations met in the Belgian capital on Wednesday to reflect on the progress made by the Women, Peace, and Security agenda since its implementation 25 years ago and which challenges still need to be overcome.
Eurovision 2025: Who's through to the final after second semifinal?
Eleven of the 37 acts who traveled to Basel have now been sent home, leaving 26 finalists.
Russia may use military force to protect shadow fleet, Estonia warns
Moscow is using ageing vessels in an effort to dodge international sanctions on its oil exports.
At least 54 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza, hospital says
The second consecutive night of heavy bombing coincided with US President Trump's Middle East tour, aiming for regional talks.
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