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Taylor Swift returns to the stage to dazzle over 90,000 fans

In London, the night began fast, with tens of thousands of swifties showing up early despite stern warnings from the Metropolitan Police to stay away unless they had tickets.

Europe News

Lamine Yamal's father stabbed 'multiple times' in car park assault

At least three people have been arrested on charges of attempted murder.

Culture news

Swifties flock to London after thwarted terrorist attack in Vienna

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour returns tonight with a five-show run at London’s Wembley Stadium with additional security measures, one week after a foiled terror plot which led to the cancellation of her three shows in Vienna. Swifties are determined to see the pop star for her final European shows.

Tech News

Police in Denmark to implement facial recognition technology

The decision comes after recent increases in violent crimes in Copenhagen involving gangs from neighbouring Sweden.

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Europe News

Hungary's largest music festival on high alert

Organisers of Hungary's largest music festival, Sziget, have raised the event's security alert as a precautionary measure following the recently thwarted terrorist attacks at Taylor Swift concerts in the Austrian capital.

France

France employs measures to distance 'terror threats' from Olympics

Experts say the measure, covered by France's anti-terror law, is being used too broadly to target minorities.

Europe News

Paris is safe: French interior minister reassures public

French officials say petty crime is down since the opening of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris last week, with police arresting 200 individuals.

Euronews Witness

The hidden faces of Paris 2024

Paris is the undisputed star of the Olympics 2024. France aims to stage the most sustainable Games in history, while setting a new model for future editions. Can these ambitions be realised and at what cost? Monica Pinna went to Paris to shed light on the grey areas of this global sporting event.

France

No concrete security threat to Paris Olympics, says interior minister

Gérald Darmanin said 35,000 police officers will be placed on the streets from now until 11 August.

Smart Regions

Spain and Portugal join forces in the fight against natural disasters

In partnership with the European Commission

The two southern European countries can now join forces in case of an emergency thanks to coordinated communication, training and new technical equipment.

Europe News

Social media pranks cause security headache at Euro 2024

Stunts and photographs posted online are encouraging poor behaviour from fans, from throwing cups at players to trying to take selfies with them on the pitch.

World News

French river police practice on the Seine ahead of Olympics

A large police operation is planned for the event on 26 July which will see more than 90 boats on the Seine for 6 kilometres.

United Kingdom

Four arrested after entering the grounds of British PM Sunak's home

The incident comes just over a week before the UK’s general election that will determine if Sunak remains in power.

World News

Euroviews. To make the world a safe place for all, Interpol needs all viewpoints

By fostering technological advancement and collaboration among member countries, Interpol can help create a unified front against the sophisticated tactics used by modern criminals, ensuring global safety and justice, Valdecy Urquiza writes.

France

France beefs up security measures ahead of Olympics opening ceremony

The planned six-kilometre sailing route down the Senne has become a major talking point for its unique open-air event setup and its exposure to potential danger.

Europe News

US and Ukraine ink 10-year security agreement at G7 summit

Leaders of the US and Ukraine signed a security agreement at the G7 summit, delivering what they called a unified message of opposition to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Spain

French and Spanish police hold anti-terror drills ahead of Olympics

The exercise began in Bayonne, France, where the practice scenario involved assailants staging an attack before fleeing to San Sebastián, Spain, where they took hostages.

Europe News

Security is top priority for Germany as they prepare for Euro '24

Germany is increasing security measures in preparation for the European Football Championship, addressing a wide range of threats including terrorism, hooliganism and cybersecurity.

Europe News

Poland plans to fortify border with Belarus amid security concerns

Polish defence officials presented plans to fortify the country's eastern border, as fears of foreign aggression intensify.

Business

ASML and Eindhoven Tech University launch semiconductor agreement

Europe’s most valuable tech firm is working with a Dutch university to bolster chipmaking capabilities following threats of relocation.