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Russian who burned passport in war protest faces extradition back home

“The case against him is a way for the Russian state to take revenge and repress another opponent of the regime in Russia,” said his wife Olga Gyurova.

Finland

Finland and Estonia call for EU ban on tourist visas for Russians

In response, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev compared Estonia's PM Kaja Kallas to a "Nazi".

Russia

New fine for Russian journalist who held TV protest over Ukraine war

Marina Ovsyannikova was convicted of "discrediting" the Russian military on Facebook, her lawyer said.

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Water crisis looms for Ukrainian city of Sloviansk

Fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces near the key city in the Donetsk region has damaged vital infrastructure that has cut residents off from gas and water for months.

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Ukraine

Ukraine war: All the key developments to know from Friday

A backlash to a human rights report critical of Ukraine; Zelenskyy accuses Russia of 'nuclear terrorism'; Putin and Erdogan meet for talks in Sochi; Moscow slaps sanctions on dozens of Canadians.

Russia

Putin looks to score economic deal with Turkey in meeting with Erdogan

The two presidents met to talk about vital economic projects between their countries at the Russian resort city as the war in Ukraine continued well into its sixth month.

Ukraine

Outrage in Kyiv after Amnesty accuses it of endangering civilian life

Kyiv has reacted angrily, following accusations by Amnesty that Ukraine's military endangers civilians by placing bases and weapons in residential areas

Finland

Finland to limit tourist visas for Russians, FM tells Euronews

The Finnish government has been coming under increased public and political pressure to do something about a perceived sanctions 'loophole' that lets tens of thousands of Russians come to the EU.

Europe News

EU calls for 'cessation of hostilities' between Armenia and Azerbaijan

European Council President Charles Michel is "closely engaged" with the leaders of both countries, according to an EU official.

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Massive fire at Ozon retailer warehouse in Russia

Eleven people have been injured in a massive fire at the OZON marketplace warehouse in the village of Petrovskoye, 60 km northwest of Moscow.

Europe Decoded

For the Russian banks banned from SWIFT, are there any options left?

SWIFT is the leading system to carry out financial transactions, but it is not the only one.

Europe News

Scholz 'calls Putin's bluff' over turbine at centre of gas dispute

According to the German leader, a turbine needed for the Nord Stream 1 pipeline that Gazprom says is not ready, is in fact ready and can be delivered to Russia.

Spain

Controversy as Spain bans air conditioning from dropping below 27°C

It's part of measures to slash energy consumption and reduce dependency on Russian gas.

Ukraine

First grain shipment since Russia's invasion delayed by bad weather

It's now set to arrive in Istanbul on Wednesday.

Travel News

Russia tries to entice expats with ‘cringe’ new advert

A Russian embassy has encouraged expats to move to the country for the “beautiful women” and “cheap gas” - but has accidentally used a Ukrainian model.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: The latest developments you need to know

From a drone strike to Russia's Naval Day celebrations; a grain exporter seemingly targeted for assassination, to expanding Arctic plans.

Cyprus

Cypriot tourism industry hit hard

Cyprus feels the cost of the Russian tourism deficit, as one of their largest groups of visitors do not come to the island this summer.

Culture news

Meet Emmie America: Russian fashion photographer and LBGTQ+ activist

Euronews Culture speaks with Russian-born photographer, artist and activist, Emmie America about all things Vogue, promoting LGBTQ+ rights and the changes in her life since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine

Drone strike on Crimea, as Zelenskyy urges Donetsk evacuation

The drone strike on Sunday morning targeted Russia's Black Sea Fleet HQ on Fleet Day, an annual celebration of the Russian navy.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: The latest developments you need to know

Ukraine condemns Russian calls to execute POWs, Latvia gas supplies cut, and New Zealanders blacklisted by the Kremlin.