Zelensky says Russia has ‘no intention’ of ending war as combat continues IN FULL The Independent UK · May 12
Europe Today: Is the EU ready to talk directly to Putin about ending the war in Ukraine? Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. Euronews · May 12
EU agrees sanctions on Israeli settlers in West Bank after Hungary drops veto The European Union has agreed on new sanctions on Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank for violence against Palestinians. The sanctions had been blocked for months by the previous Hungarian government, which lost an election last month. Radio France Internationale · May 12
Teen bedroom art installation shines spotlight on Ukraine’s stolen children Since the start of the current conflict, more than 20,500 Ukrainian children have been taken by Russia The Guardian - UK · May 12
Seven-day weeks and ‘debt bondage’: China’s first electric car plant in Europe mired in allegations of worker abuse The BYD factory being built in Szeged, Hungary, is facing scrutiny after reports of EU labour laws being violated among the Chinese migrant workforce The Guardian - UK · May 12
Yes, Europe’s leaders are finally standing up to Trump. Here’s why Friedrich Merz’s criticism of the US president was not a solo run. It was born of the realisation that US leverage has slipped, says political analyst Mujtaba Rahman The Guardian - UK · May 12
Putin tests new nuclear ballistic missile and claims it could enter combat this year The claim comes as a three-day ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv expired The Independent UK · May 12
The ex-German chancellor and Putin’s ‘buddy’ who Russia want to mediate Ukraine peace talks Schröder called Putin a ‘flawless democrat’ and took roles in Russian energy after leaving office The Independent UK · May 12
Ukraine war briefing: EU sanctions officials for child abductions; Kyiv under drone attack as ceasefire expires About 20,500 children unlawfully deported or forcibly transferred to Russia or Russian-held territory; alert sirens sound in Kyiv. What we know on day 1,539 The Guardian - AU · May 12
Europe rejects Putin’s pick for peace mediator after claim war is ‘coming to an end’ Putin suggests former German chancellor Gerhard Schroder could help mediate peace talks but many European leaders rejected the idea The Independent UK · May 12
Transatlantic talks on Strait of Hormuz ahead of summit on defensive mission The UK has issued 12 new sanctions targeting Iranians accused of planning attacks in Britain on behalf of Tehran. Evening Standard · May 11
EU's Kos sets July deadline for Ukraine accession clusters The Enlargement Commissioner has set a July deadline to open all of Ukraine’s accession clusters, urging member states to speed up the process. Newly appointed Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is set to play a key role. Euronews · May 11
'US leadership has made NATO stronger than ever,' minister of North Macedonia tells Euronews While many in Europe see Trump's policies as a threat to NATO, the Foreign Affairs Minister of North Macedonia told Euronews that the alliance has never been stronger than under President Trump's presidency. Euronews · May 11
EU announces sanctions against violent Israeli settlers Bloc breaks its lengthy deadlock on the issue but falls short of imposing full-scale trade sanctions The Guardian - UK · May 11
Euronews · May 11 Socialists rebuff EPP push to advance EU-US trade deal talks EPP pushes to advance the next round of discussions to implement the EU-US trade deal, but Socialist chair Lange insists on keeping 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round, according to people familiar with the matter.
Euronews · May 11 EU sanctions Russian individuals over forced deportation of Ukrainian children The European Union imposed sanctions on 16 Russian individuals and seven entities for the systematic and unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children, the EU Council said in a statement on Monday.
Euronews · May 11 Pashinyan says Karabakh 'was not ours' as Armenia and Azerbaijan look to future In an extraordinary admission, Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan declared that Karabakh was not Armenia’s territory and that the Armenian movement for it was “a fatal mistake,” as Yerevan forges its peace with Azerbaijan and its decisive pro-EU course.
Radio France Internationale · May 11 Embattled UK PM Starmer pledges to bring Britain back to the 'heart of Europe' British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has sought to draw a dividing line between a pro-European Labour party and Nigel Farage’s anti-European Union Reform UK, arguing that the UK faces a defining choice over its future direction as fresh evidence highlights the economic damage caused by Brexit.
Evening Standard · May 11 What we learned from Sir Keir Starmer’s post-election speech Here the Press Association looks at what Sir Keir said in the make-or-break speech.
The Guardian - UK · May 11 Putin is in a ‘weaker position than ever before’, says EU’s Kallas – as it happened The bloc’s foreign policy chief said recent remarks from the Russian leader suggested the war may be coming to an end
Euronews · May 11 'We need to make up our mind': EU still split over direct talks with Russia The question of whether the EU should engage directly with Russia to end the war in Ukraine continues to split member states, as some prefer to bide their time and weaken Moscow's hand at the negotiating table.
The Guardian - UK · May 11 EU preparing to offer key concession to UK in new post-Brexit agricultural deal Exclusive: Britain expected to be allowed to keep ban on live animal exports, sources say, in fillip for Keir Starmer
Euronews · May 11 EU approves sanctions on Israeli settlers after Hungarian backing The sanctions — which include asset freezes and travel bans and will also target Hamas members — come amid growing international criticism of Israel’s settlement expansion and escalating violence in the occupied territories.
The Guardian - UK · May 11 EU rejects Putin call for Gerhard Schröder role in Ukraine peace talks Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas says Kremlin-friendly former German chancellor cannot be considered impartial
The Guardian - UK · May 11 What did Keir Starmer say in ‘last chance’ speech to save his premiership? Address was billed as make-or-break amid mounting speculation of a challenge. Has he done enough to hang on?