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Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills four as US holds peace talks

Russia launched 97 drones and one missile overnight, killing four and injuring 19. Ukraine intercepted 75 drones. Attacks came as US and Russian envoys continued their peace plan talks meeting in Miami.

Turkey

Drone incidents escalate as Turkey finds three UAVs in five days

Turkey shot down a drone from Black Sea on Monday, then found two crashed drones near Istanbul, in escalating incidents in Turkey's airspace, which Ankara has linked to Russia's war in Ukraine.

Denmark

Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on water utility and websites

Denmark accused Russia on Thursday of cyberattacks on water utility that burst pipes and on election websites, the first time Copenhagen publicly blamed Moscow.

Europe News

How the reparations loan for Ukraine fell apart at the eleventh hour

On Thursday night, EU leaders realised that their planned reparations loan for Ukraine – a proposal without parallel in modern history – could not overcome the obstacles in its way.

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Europe News

EU to issue €90 billion in joint debt for Kyiv but no reparation loan

EU leaders fail to strike a deal on an unprecedented reparations loan for Ukraine, turning to joint debt instead to finance a €90 billion loan. Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia will not participate in the scheme.

Estonia

Russian border guards briefly cross into Estonia, Tallinn says

A meeting between the border representatives of Estonia and Russia was planned for Thursday, at which Estonia was expected to make a statement on the incursion.

The Cube

EU sanctions Westerners spreading Russian propaganda: Who are they?

One American and two Europeans have gained legitimacy spreading propaganda off the back of their former careers in Western police forces, military or intelligence.

Europe News

'We need to give Ukraine means to survive the war', Luxembourg PM says

"We are going in the right direction" to find a solution for Ukraine, Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden told Euronews in an interview for Europe Today morning show ahead of the European Council on Thursday.

Europe News

EU summit: Here's what leaders agreed to on Ukraine funding, Mercosur

After long hours of negotiations, the reparations loan for Ukraine has fallen apart. Instead, EU leaders will raise €90 billon on the financial markets to support the country's fight against Russia.

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At least 29 injured, including five children, in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia

At least 29 people were injured in the attack, including five children.

Brussels, My Love?

Podcast: Frozen Russian assets explained simply

What are frozen Russian assets? Why are they dividing EU member states? And what can we expect from the December European Council meeting? Our podcast Brussels, My Love? investigates with Euronews' EU reporter Jorge Liboreriro.

Europe News

Reparations loan for Ukraine: Who's in favour and who's against?

The European Union's bold attempt to issue a reparations loan to Ukraine using immobilised Russian assets has sharply divided the bloc's key leaders. Ahead of a crucial summit, Euronews breaks down who's in favour and who's against.

Germany

Russia labels Germany's Deutsche Welle as 'undesirable organisation'

Deutsche Welle's director general said the move by Moscow was another sign that the Kremlin "wants to quash any freedom of opinion in the country."

United Kingdom

UK to probe foreign meddling in politics after Russia bribery scandal

An independent review has been ordered in response to the conviction of former Reform UK lawmaker Nathan Gill for accepting bribes from Russia.

Europe News

Eastern flank must be prioritised for EU defence funding, leaders say

The Eastern Flank Watch is one of four flagship projects pitched by the European Commission to boost Europe's defence, but EU leaders have yet to endorse the proposal, which is currently light on details.

Ukraine

Russian strike hits Zaporizhzhia apartment block and injures three

Separate strikes targeted Odesa's warehouses and energy infrastructure, while Ukrainian forces continue their counteroffensive in Kupyansk, where up to 200 Russian troops remain encircled.

Turkey

Turkish fighter jets shoot down 'out of control' drone over Black Sea

The incident comes after Ukrainian strikes on Russia's "shadow fleet" and concerns from Turkish politicians that Moscow's all-out war could widen.

Europe News

European leaders commit to assisting Ukraine in future Russian attack

As European leaders vowed to protect Ukraine against Russia in the future, including via military means, Zelenskyy hailed progress with the US in talks about security guarantees – but disagreements over territory remain.

United Kingdom

MI6 chief says UK faces threat from Russia's desire to export chaos

The speech is the latest in a series of warnings by Western defence and security authorities about the growing hybrid threat from states such as Russia, Iran and China.

Culture news

Russia rules Pussy Riot 'extremist' organisation

The ruling follows a September judgment that sentenced all five group members in absentia to up to 13 years in prison.

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