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Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine after Germany issues ceasefire ultimatum

Ten drones launched by Russia overnight were shot down by air defence units, Ukraine's air force reported.

Euronews · May 13, 2025

Germany bans biggest 'Reichsbürger' group and arrests four of its leaders

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the so-called "Königreich Deutschland" (Kingdom of Germany) group had created a "counter-state".

Euronews · May 13, 2025

US Tariffs Hit Central Europe, Balkans Growth: Europe Bank

Economic growth in Central Europe and the Balkans is expected to be strained this year by US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, Europe's development bank forecast Tuesday.

International Business Times · May 13, 2025

German Censorship Highlights Europe's Eroding Free Speech Protections

America stands alone in valuing and protecting free speech.

Reason · May 12, 2025

The birth of the EU: Europe celebrates 75th anniversary of the Schuman declaration

9 May 2025 marked the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, the proposal by French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman (1886-1963) to pool the production of coal and steel – vital raw materials for Europe’s industry and economy – with Germany. This was done through the Economic Coal and Steel Community…

The Conversation · May 12, 2025

40 Interesting Photos From The Past That Show How Europeans Lived 100 Years Ago

Old photographs can be windows into a time we never experienced.

Bored Panda · May 12, 2025

The disturbing tale of one family’s flight from the Nazis: best podcasts of the week

Poet Joe Dunthorne looks into his relatives’ tale of fleeing Germany – and has no idea what he’s getting himself into. Plus, Louis Theroux talks to The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey

The Guardian - UK · May 12, 2025

Lammy to host European counterparts for Ukraine talks

The Foreign Secretary will also welcome counterparts from France, Italy, Germany Spain and Poland for a meeting at Lancaster House.

The Independent UK · May 11, 2025

Ukraine and allies call on Russia to accept 30-day truce

Ukraine and its European allies have agreed to call on Russia to accept a 30-day unconditional ceasefire as of Monday, following talks in Kyiv between President Volodymyr Zelensky and four European leaders.

Radio France Internationale · May 10, 2025

Watch: Keir Starmer arrives in Kyiv for historic joint visit with global leaders

Watch the moment the UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Kyiv alongside the leaders of France, Germany, and Poland—the first time leaders from all four nations have travelled to Ukraine together. Their historic visit marks a unified call for peace as the war continues.

The Independent UK · May 10, 2025