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UK Imposes Sanctions on Russian GRU and 18 Agents

Britain has on Friday introduced sanctions against the Russian military intelligence service GRU, as well as 18 named agents who are accused of "spreading chaos and disorder" on the orders of Russia's President Vladimir Putin. "GRU's spies are driving a campaign to destabilize Europe, undermine Ukraine's sovereignty and threaten the safety of British citizens", says Britain's Foreign Minister David Lammy in a statement.

UK Imposes Sanctions on Russian GRU and 18 Agents

Sweden Challenges EU Budget Plans Amid Upcoming Negotiations

How much more should be paid to the EU, in what way and why? Here are the most crucial questions when EU countries and parliament are getting ready for at least two years of budget disputes. .

Sweden Challenges EU Budget Plans Amid Upcoming Negotiations

France PM Proposes Cutting Two Public Holidays to Reduce Debt

France's Prime Minister François Bayrou proposes several savings measures to reduce the country's large national debt. The cuts may lead to the end of his minority government.

France PM Proposes Cutting Two Public Holidays to Reduce Debt

Cameroon's 92-Year-Old President Paul Biya Seeks Re-Election

Cameroon's 92-year-old president Paul Biya is running for re-election, he announces on X. .

Cameroon's 92-Year-Old President Paul Biya Seeks Re-Election

Macron Plans Major Increase in France's Defense Budget

France's president Emmanuel Macron wants to expand the country's defense expenditures by 6. 5 billion euro – more than 72 billion Swedish kronor – during the years 2026 to 2027.

Macron Plans Major Increase in France's Defense Budget

Trump Threatens EU with 30% Tariffs Over Trade Agreement Dissatisfaction

Donald Trump has threatened the EU with 30-percent tariffs in a letter to the EU Commission's chairman. Now the White House's economic advisor Kevin Hassett says the president has seen drafts of several trade agreements – and that he is not satisfied.

Trump Threatens EU with 30% Tariffs Over Trade Agreement Dissatisfaction

EU Prepares Countermeasures Against Trump's Proposed Tariffs

The President of the EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen writes on X that Donald Trump's threat to introduce 30-percent import duties against the EU would "harm businesses, consumers and patients on both sides of the Atlantic". .

EU Prepares Countermeasures Against Trump's Proposed Tariffs

Drone and Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine for Third Consecutive Night

Russia has fired over 620 drones and about twenty missiles at Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian air force. At least six people have been killed and several injured in the attacks.

Drone and Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine for Third Consecutive Night

UK and France Agree on Plan to Return Channel Migrants

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron have agreed on a plan to send back migrants who cross the English Channel. .

UK and France Agree on Plan to Return Channel Migrants

Macron Calls for France-UK Recognition of Palestinian State

France's president Emmanuel Macron urged on Thursday for a joint recognition – between France and the United Kingdom – of a Palestinian state. The measure he sees as "the only hope for peace" in the conflict-ridden region.

Macron Calls for France-UK Recognition of Palestinian State

Starmer and Macron Call for Increased Pressure on Putin

The British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron urged on Thursday to increase the pressure on Russia. The two leaders also announced that they have a long-term plan for when a possible ceasefire is reached – which includes a "peacekeeping force".

Starmer and Macron Call for Increased Pressure on Putin

US Shifts Ukraine Arms Support Amid European Leaders' Meeting

USA's change of course on arms support to Ukraine is expected to dominate when European leaders meet this week. There are at least three different lines in the White House, says military expert Joakim Paasikivi.

US Shifts Ukraine Arms Support Amid European Leaders' Meeting

Macron Visits London: Strengthening UK-France Ties Amid US Concerns

Royal pomp, cheek kisses and global concern characterize Emmanuel Macron's arrival in London. The British and the French must defend the liberal world order – and reduce dependence on the USA, says the French president.

Macron Visits London: Strengthening UK-France Ties Amid US Concerns

Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England After 900 Years

The nearly 70 meter long Bayeux tapestry, a priceless work of art from the Middle Ages, will be lent to the United Kingdom by France. Thus, the tapestry returns to the place where it was made over 900 years ago.

Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England After 900 Years

Putin and Macron Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire in First Call Since 2022

France's president Emmanuel Macron has urged the Russian president Vladimir Putin to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine "as soon as possible" in a first known telephone call between the leaders since 2022, according to the Élysée Palace. In the same telephone call, Putin is said to have claimed that the Western world bears the blame for the war in Ukraine, according to the Kremlin.

Putin and Macron Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire in First Call Since 2022

Record Number of Migrants Cross English Channel in First Half of Year

Nearly 20,000 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats during the first half of the year, which is a new record for the period. .

Record Number of Migrants Cross English Channel in First Half of Year

Macron Visits Oslo Ahead of NATO Summit to Discuss Arctic Security

France's president Emanuel Macron visited Norway's capital Oslo on Monday, the evening before the first day of the NATO summit. The purpose of the visit was, according to Macron's office, to emphasize France's commitment to the Nordic and Arctic regions – especially from a security perspective.

Macron Visits Oslo Ahead of NATO Summit to Discuss Arctic Security

Europe to Speed Up Iran Negotiations, Says Macron

France and Europe will increase the pace regarding the negotiations with Iran. This is stated by the French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday, after a telephone call with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Europe to Speed Up Iran Negotiations, Says Macron

Netherlands Recommends Social Media Restrictions for Under-15s

The Netherlands' government recommends that parents should prohibit children under 15 from using certain social media, for example Tiktok and Snapchat. .

Netherlands Recommends Social Media Restrictions for Under-15s

Trump Denies Role in Israel-Iran Peace Talks Amid Macron's Remarks

To attempt to force a regime change in Iran with violence would be a "strategic mistake", warns France's president Emmanuel Macron. He hopes that the USA can broker a peace between Israel and Iran – something that is however firmly denied by Trump.

Trump Denies Role in Israel-Iran Peace Talks Amid Macron's Remarks

Macron Affirms Greenland's Sovereignty Amid EU Cooperation Talks

The EU wants to speed up the cooperation with Greenland on rare earth metals, says France's president Emmanuel Macron at a press conference in Nuuk. Greenland is placed in the middle of a geopolitical game, he says and emphasizes that the island is not for sale.

Macron Affirms Greenland's Sovereignty Amid EU Cooperation Talks

Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

An important agreement that is meant to protect the deep sea is approaching. When the UN's ocean conference in Nice is concluded, 50 of the 60 countries required for it to come into force have ratified the agreement.

Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

Macron Proposes Social Media Age Limit for Under-15s in France

Social media will be banned for children under 15 years in France in the coming months – unless progress is made at EU level, says France's President Emmanuel Macron according to Politico. .

Macron Proposes Social Media Age Limit for Under-15s in France

Teaching Assistant Fatally Stabbed at French School

A 15-year-old pupil has killed a teaching assistant at a school in Nogent in northeastern France. .

Teaching Assistant Fatally Stabbed at French School