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Council of Europe ministers back ECHR plan to tackle illegal migration

European ministers have agreed to negotiate a new approach to the continent's main ECHR human rights treaty, that would make it easier to deport illegal migrants. The decision comes as more governments argue that the treaty restricts their ability to control their borders.

Radio France Internationale

What does UK want to change about human rights law – and will it happen?

Ministers in Strasbourg have been discussing the European Convention on Human Rights and how it affects migration

The Guardian - UK

Ministers back plans to look at European human rights treaty over migration

Work will begin to adopt the declaration in Moldova in May 2026 following a meeting of ministers in Strasbourg on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

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Starmer calls on European leaders to modernise ECHR ahead of gathering

European ministers, including Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, are due to meet in Strasbourg, France, on Wednesday to discuss reforming the treaty.

Evening Standard

Starmer calls on Europe to reform ECHR to see off far-right threat

PM says issue must be tackled to prevent voters turning to ‘the forces that seek to divide us’

The Independent UK

Noël, coal and control: Strasbourg’s festive blip strikes again as Rosenior feels heat

English manager says ‘it’s not the time to panic’ but Alsace club want a return on their €100m+ summer investment

The Guardian - UK

Crystal Palace fans are literally fighting each other. How has it come to this?

Clashes between rival factions are the culmination of a long-running feud involving claims of racism

The Guardian - UK

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Chelsea star receives mystery suspension as behind-the-scenes comments scrutinised: report

A soon-to-be Chelsea forward has been suspended by his current team allegedly for comments made about the club

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The world’s top Christmas destination for 2025 isn’t Santa’s hometown — it’s this city in the US

The US destination tops a 30-strong list of Christmas destinations thanks to transforming ‘into a holiday wonderland’ over the festive period

The Independent UK

European Parliament condemns war in Sudan without mentioning UAE

After lobbying by an Emirati minister in Strasbourg, the EPP and far right groups took out references to the UAE’s role in the conflict in Sudan from a resolution, despite the Gulf Country's alleged links to the RSF militia.

Euronews

Crystal Palace ‘deserved to lose’ as Strasbourg inflict another European blow

Strasbourg 2-1 Crystal Palace: Palace missed two open goals as they lost for a second time in this season’s Conference League

The Independent UK

Crystal Palace have wings clipped after Strasbourg defeat

A first senior goal from teenager Samir El Mourabet settled it.

The Independent UK

Nathan Gill’s sentencing raises fresh questions over European lawmakers’ Kremlin ties

A former British MEP has been sentenced to ten and a half years in prison for taking bribes in exchange for Russia-friendly posturing in the European Parliament. The sentence comes as scrutiny of European lawmakers’ ties to the Kremlin intensifies.

Euronews

Jailed journalists, Serbian students and Palestinian aid workers shortlisted for the Sakharov Prize

The European Parliament has selected the finalists for its Freedom of Thought award. The winner will be announced next Wednesday in Strasbourg.

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Von der Leyen emerged 'strengthened' from motions of censure — for now

This week in Strasbourg, Ursula von der Leyen survived two more motions of censure in the European Parliament with even more support than in July. But the battle with the MEPs is far from over, and the credibility of the EU institutions has been damaged. What will happen next?

Euronews

High noon for von der Leyen as she faces Strasbourg standoff

The European Parliament votes Thursday whether to topple the European Commission, with several political groups split.

Euronews

Russia is waging a 'grey zone campaign' against Europe, warns von der Leyen

"Every square centimetre of our territory must be protected," Ursula von der Leyen told MEPs in Strasbourg on Wednesday after a string of Russian incursions into European airspace.

The Independent UK

Forget Paris: Five overlooked French cities you can reach by high-speed train (from just $13)

While Paris steals an understandably large portion of the limelight, US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill reveals other French treasures that make for captivating vacation destinations

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Evening Standard

'Unacceptable': New Chelsea striker Emanuel Emegha 'devastated' by boos from own fans

Dutch forward jeered by unhappy Strasbourg supporters and targeted by banner demanding he gives up captain’s armband

Evening Standard

Chelsea agree new striker transfer with seven-year contract planned

Blues continue planning for future with another addition in attack

International Business Times UK

Charlie Kirk Shooting Tribute Sparks EU Parliament Clash: Late Influencer Once Said Europe Was A 'Hell Hole'

Charlie Kirk's killing sparked a clash in the European Parliament after a blocked tribute request, fueling debates over free speech, rules and political violence.

Euronews

Ursula von der Leyen's State of the European Union speech: As it happened

Ursula von der Leyen's speech was dominated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israel's war on Gaza and the contentious EU-US trade deal.

The Guardian - UK

Are Strasbourg a sister club to Chelsea or just their storage facility?

In today’s newsletter: A busy summer for BlueCo, Craig Bellamy on Wrexham and a tale of car park woe

Sports Illustrated

Report: Chelsea Negotiating Third Summer Sale to Sister Club Strasbourg

Players moving between Chelsea and Strasbourg has become common since 2022.

The Guardian - UK

UK does not need to hold inquiry into Russian disinformation, ECHR rules

Strasbourg court rejects attempt to force government to investigate impact of Kremlin interference on elections

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