The Latest Breaking News from Europe

Trump pledges troops for Poland as Rubio warns allies

NATO allies are relieved following Donald Trump's about-face on troops for Poland but Marco Rubio warns the US president's "disappointment" with them remains.

AAP · May 22

Game changers: how soccer’s mega-money era was sparked by a little-known Belgian athlete

When famous soccer players come to mind, it is usually revered pioneers such as Pelé, Bobby Charlton and Diego Maradona.

The Conversation · May 21

Premier League: 10 things to look out for on the final day of the season

Arsenal’s party heading south, fights for Europe – and survival – and London taxpayers cheering on West Ham

The Guardian - UK · May 21

Winners of Race Across the World series six revealed after thrilling final leg – here’s what they won

The winners of BBC One’s Race Across the World have been revealed after the series reached its thrilling conclusion on Thursday night. Best friends Jo and Kush scooped the £20,000 prize after reaching the final checkpoint in Hatgal, Mongolia, before the other pairings, after racing over 12,000 km through Europe…

The Independent UK · May 21

Kelley O’Hara’s Four Reasons to Watch the UWCL Final

The former USWNT star and CBS Sports analyst breaks down Saturday’s matchup between OL Lyonnes and Barcelona.

Sports Illustrated · May 21

San Diego mosque attack: racist interpretations of European history are inspiring extremists

On Monday, May 18, two assailants, a 17 and an 18 year old, attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego, the site of both a mosque and school, killing three adults. The assailants were wearing Nazi SS insignia, and had the words “race war” written on their weapons.

The Conversation · May 21

European carmakers face EU pressure to diversify chip suppliers

EU set to force carmakers to source chips from multiple suppliers after the Nexperia crisis exposed dangerous dependence on a single Chinese-linked provider.

Euronews · May 21

Merz's plan of 'associate EU membership' for Ukraine gets mixed reviews

Diplomats in Brussels are casting doubt over German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's bold plan to grant Ukraine "associate membership". The European Commission says any innovative solution should respect the "merit-based" nature of the multi-chapter accession process.

Euronews · May 21

War weighs on global growth with price worries intensifying

Global economic momentum is slowing. Businesses face rising inflation pressures due to an energy crunch. Manufacturing and services sectors are struggling. Costs are forcing companies to absorb losses or pass them to customers. Policymakers grapple with balancing inflation control and economic growth. Investors are concerned about potential interest rate hikes.

The Economic Times · May 21

Iran War Pushes Europe Toward Stagflation as Prices Rise And Growth Remains Subdued

The conflict in the Middle East is worsening Europe's energy shock, hitting businesses, consumers, and policymakers at the same time, according to a new report.

International Business Times · May 21