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Finland hasn't received deportation lists from Turkey, says minister

Finland's foreign affairs minister told Euronews he had low expectations for a breakthrough on possible NATO membership upon his arrival at the summit.

Europe News

Finland and Sweden set for NATO invite after Turkey drops opposition

A new "memorandum of understanding" between the three countries seeks to allay Turkish fears over security.

Europe Decoded

Turkey is now Türkiye: What other countries have changed their name?

Throughout history, many countries have chosen to re-baptise themselves, but not every new name has stuck.

Europe News

Moves to admit Finland and Sweden into NATO 'will likely drag on'

Turkey is "unlikely to simply back down on its demands" to Stockholm and Helsinki, say experts.

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Greece

Greece prevents 1,130 migrants crossing Aegean Sea from Turkey

Athens has regularly accused Ankara of violating international law and helping migrants cross the border.

Travel News

These 9 airports have the cheapest parking in Europe

Trying to find somewhere to put your car if you drive to the airport can be a stressful and expensive experience.

Turkey

Saudi crown prince visits Turkey for first time since Khashoggi murder

Talks between Mohammed bin Salman and President Erdogan are aimed at normalising ties between Ankara and Riyadh, which were strained after the journalist's killing.

Turkey

Turkish authorities battle wildfire near resort town of Marmaris

Around 30 homes have been evacuated due to the blaze, according to media reports.

Turkey

Turkey detains 16 Kurdish journalists over alleged 'terrorist' links

The media workers are all accused of working for a mouthpiece of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK).

My Europe Series

Could Finland break with Sweden on NATO membership?

Despite Finland's president and prime minister calling for a lock-step approach to joining NATO for Finland and Sweden, some people want to see Finland proceed on their own.

Travel News

What is Turkish Airlines' new name and what's behind the rebrand?

Turkey's national carrier is changing its name. Here's why it matters.

Turkey

Five people killed in floods and storms in central Turkey

Some areas recorded rainfall of up to "30 litres per square metre" over the weekend.

Culture news

Why has the new Pixar film been banned in so many countries?

Is this the latest battle between national censors and international studios?

Finland

NATO's chief meets Finland's president to discuss membership bid

Finland, and its neighbour Sweden, applied to join NATO after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sparked security concerns.

Italy

Bodies of seven victims found after helicopter crash in northern Italy

Four Turkish and two Lebanese businessmen were among the victims.

World News

Turkey and Greece in fresh clash over Aegean Sea islands

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned Greece to demilitarise islands, tweeting in both English and Greek.

Europe News

Cyprus claims Turkey wants 'complete control' of separatist north

Cyprus is set to lodge a complaint with the United Nations over Turkey's dealings with Turkish Cypriots on the divided island.

Europe News

Turkey asks UN to refer to it as 'Türkiye'

Turkey sent a letter to the UN formally requesting the country be referred to as 'Türkiye', in a bid to avoid associations with the bird.

Conscious Travel

I book trains for a living, here are my best flight-free travel tips

Booking trains abroad can be confusing, leading many to take flights. But this comprehensive guide makes the exciting world of train travel just as easy.

Europe Decoded

Why does Turkey want to block Finland and Sweden from NATO?

NATO envoys failed to reach a consensus on Wednesday on whether to start membership talks with Finland and Sweden, as Turkey renewed its objections.