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Emma De Ruiter

Europe News

Three things Europe should take away from Trump’s State of the Union

For the first State of the Union of his second term, US President Donald Trump decided to go long, covering everything from the economy to Iran during a 107-minute speech to Congress.

USA

Trump targets Tehran, hails Maduro capture in fiery State of the Union

The US president touted his record in the longest State of the Union, sparking heckles and standing ovations alike as he defended tariff and immigration policies and warned Iran over nuclear ambitions.

United Kingdom

UK to release Mountbatten-Windsor trade envoy files after arrest

UK lawmakers have pushed for the release of files on Mountbatten-Windsor's trade envoy role and ties to Jeffrey Epstein amid misconduct and secrecy allegations.

Ukraine

Four years on, Zelenskyy says Putin ‘did not win this war’

On the four-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian president said the country has preserved its statehood as allies vow unwavering support and peace on Kyiv's terms.

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Mexico

Death of 'El Mencho': Thousands of troops deployed to end clashes

Mexican security forces kept up their battle with cartel gunmen following the killing of the country's most powerful drug lord, which sparked a surge in violence and left more than 70 people dead.

France

France blocks US ambassador's government access after summons no-show

France's Foreign Ministry had summoned US Ambassador Charles Kushner to explain comments made by the Trump administration about the killed far-right activist Quentin Deranque.

United Kingdom

Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson released on bail in Epstein probe

Peter Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, are suspected of improperly passing UK government information to Jeffrey Epstein while in public office.

Mexico

Death of cartel boss El Mencho triggers violence across Mexico

Violence erupted across Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed in Jalisco, with roadblocks, flight cancellations and at least 14 people dead.

Sport

Norway tops medals count as Winter Olympics close in Verona Arena

The next Winter Games will be held in France, which received the Olympic flag in the official handover in the closing ceremony.

Iran

Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks will be held on Thursday

US President Donald Trump warned on Friday that limited strikes against Iran are possible, and both Iran and the US have signalled they are prepared for war if the talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme fail.

Earth News

Olympic venues hope to leave a sustainable legacy

The 2026 Games have utilised upgraded venues and multi-use developments designed for long-term community use.

United Kingdom

Police continue searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's residences

Mountbatten-Windsor, who was pictured slouched in the back of his chauffeur-driven car following his release Thursday evening from a police station near Sandringham, remains under investigation.

World News

HRW: US under Trump 'turning against entire ecosystem of human rights'

Trump's return to the White House presents an "unprecedented threat" towards human rights, the new Human Rights Watch chief told Euronews.

United Kingdom

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor released amid misconduct probe

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was released under investigation on Thursday evening after being arrested over alleged misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein ties while he served as UK trade envoy

Belgium

Belgium summons US ambassador in dispute over antisemitism accusations

In a lengthy post on X, US ambassador to Belgium Bill White accused the country of antisemitic prosecution of Jewish Belgians. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot called the accusation "dangerous disinformation".

Russia

Alexei Navalny dart frog toxin poisoning: What we know

Epibatidine, found in the Ecuadoran dart frog, causes muscle paralysis and eventual asphyxiation. Experts have said the toxin can also be produced synthetically, instead of extracting it directly from the frog itself.

Belgium

Brussels government reaches coalition agreement after 600-day deadlock

Brussels' complex institutional set-up was a complicating factor in the coalition talks. To be sworn in, a government needed to hold a majority in both of the local parliament's two linguistic groups, each of which has different parties.

Earth News

Portugal's interior minister resigns after flood management crticism

Maria Lucia Amaral "felt that she did not have the personal and political conditions necessary to carry out her duties," a presidency statement late on Tuesday said.

World News

European Commission announces 'action plan' to combat cyberbullying

The Commission will support the rollout of an online safety app across European member states, enabling children and young people to easily report cyberbullying and receive concrete help.

USA

Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' across US arrive in Washington

The monks in their saffron robes along with their rescue dog Aloka have captivated hearts on social media as they journeyed on foot from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington to advocate for peace.

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