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EU ban on Russian coal takes effect at midnight

The EU embargo on Russian coal kicks in at midnight. The ban is expected to cost Moscow about €8 billion annually.

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

New case of 'airport malaria' in Belgium raises concerns about travelling mosquitos

Mosquitos hitching a ride from tropical climates to Belgium are becoming more common, increasing the relatively small risk of contracting malaria.

Sunday, August 7, 2022

Belgium's Foreign Minister gives 'message of hope and determination' for denuclearisation at the UN

“Belgium is deeply concerned by the alarming expansion of Iran’s nuclear programme.”

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Washington issues new sanctions against Kremlin-loyal oligarchs

Washington is imposing new sanctions on oligarchs close to Putin for supporting the war in Ukraine.

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

China announces "targeted military actions"

Beijing will hold a series of military exercises near Taiwan from August 4-7.

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Washington to send $550 million in new weapons to Ukraine

The package includes ammunition for Himars systems. The importance of rocket launchers in the fight against the Russians has been growing.

Monday, August 1, 2022

Oil drilling in world’s second largest rainforest in Africa worsens climate crisis

“The international community and the Congolese government must end the neo-colonial scramble for African fossil fuels."

Friday, July 29, 2022

US condemns racist comments by Hungary's Orban

The nationalist leader had warned in a speech about the emergence of “mixed race peoples”.

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Xi Jinping warns Biden not to 'play with fire' on Taiwan

“Those who play with fire will eventually burn themselves.”

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Russian gas crisis forces Hanover to take cold showers

According to Mayor Belit Onay, the aim of the measures is to cut the city’s energy consumption by 15 percent.

Thursday, July 28, 2022

America's favourability in Western Europe sinks again

The gains made following the US response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine have vanished in recent months, due to constant mass shootings and the Roe reversal.

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Kurdish protest in Brussels against Turkish bombing of northern Iraq

"The organisers called on the US and the EU to take a clear stand against Turkey."

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Joni Mitchell surprises fans with first concert in 20 years

The legendary folk-rocker wowed fans with a total set of 13 songs at the festival in Rhode Island on Sunday.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Six killed in storming of UN mission headquarters in eastern Congo

Local police say the attackers were criminals who misused the demonstrations against the presence of UN peacekeepers in Congo.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

EU foreign affairs ministers decide to resume political dialogue with Israel

“We continue with the same Council Conclusion of 2016 supporting the two-state solution."

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

France forest fires: Man arrested for suspected arson

A suspect was taken into custody on Monday following a police investigation into the fires in Gironde.

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Five injured as gunman opens fire at Marbella nightclub

An Irish national is reported to be in intensive care after the shooting.

Monday, July 18, 2022

Zelensky fires key officials over 'collaboration' with Russia

"As of today, 651 criminal proceedings have been initiated for treason and collaboration activities"

Monday, July 18, 2022

France forest fires continue to devastate natural region near Bordeaux

A heatwave in France is causing forest fire in the southwest, forcing authorities to evacuate thousands of people.

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Lego pulls toys from Russian shelves permanently, 81 stores affected

Lego had already decided at the beginning of March to suspend its deliveries to Russia following its invasion of Ukraine and will now cut ties with all subsidiaries.

Tuesday, July 12, 2022