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‘Dangerous precedent for Europe’: Zelenskyy slams Russia’s drones in Poland; urges joint response

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday warned that Russia’s overnight drone barrage, which sent multiple drones into Polish airspace, poses “an extremely dangerous precedent for Europe.”Zelenskyy said that at least eight Russian drones were “aimed toward” Poland during the overnight attack, forcing Warsaw to activate its air defences. “Moscow always pushes the boundaries of what […]

UAE selected to host World Kickboxing Championships: First time event takes place outside Europe | World News

Abu Dhabi hosts 2025 World Kickboxing Championships at ADNEC, first outside Europe, featuring 2,000 athletes from 150 nations/Image: WAM Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the host city for the World Kickboxing Championships for Masters and Seniors, scheduled from 21st to 30th November 2025. The tournament, set to take place at the Abu Dhabi National […]

Istanbul’s ferries link two worlds: Turkey ferries connect Europe to Asia; remain popular despite undersea metro line

Many travelers traveling between Istanbul’s Asian and European sides have relied on the distinctive white ferries that glide across the Bosphorus Strait for almost 200 years. The boats are nevertheless highly popular in spite of the increasingly crowded seas and competition from the bridges and the underwater metro line of the Turkish megacity.Sehir Hatlari, the […]

‘They call me president of Europe’: Donald Trump boasts from Oval Office, criminalises burning of US flag with new order | Watch

President Donald Trump speaks as he signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington. Standing with the President from left are, Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (AP) US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that European leaders “jokingly” refer to […]

Ukraine security: Europe to provide majority of forces; Trump leaves open possibility of US air support

Military leaders from the United States and key European allies have drawn up options for providing security guarantees to Ukraine, officials confirmed on Thursday, marking a significant step in ongoing efforts to end Russia’s nearly four-year war.According to a report from Reuters, the proposals were presented to national security advisers from both sides of the […]

‘Held Russia in check, ensured peace in Europe’: White House defends Donald Trump’s record; accuses media of undermining peace efforts

File photo: White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt (Picture credit: AP) White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday asserted that US President Donald Trump is the only American leader this century to have “held Russia in check and ensured peace in Europe,” while strongly defending his recent efforts to broker an end to the […]

A cruel summer as record wildfires scorch Europe | World News

A cruel summer as record wildfires scorch Europe Wildfires continue to burn across the south of Europe amid record-breaking summer heatwaves in many fire-prone regions. In some places, these fires have been exacerbated by wet spring months, which have helped vegetation growth capable of catching alight with ease during a dry summer.Already, an area equivalent […]

Southern Europe wildfires: 3 killed, thousands evacuated in Greece, Spain, Turkey, Albania; EU sends aid

Wildfire in Greece (AP photo) Wildfires intensified across southern Europe on Wednesday, killing at least three people and forcing thousands to evacuate homes in Greece, Spain, Turkey and Albania. In Greece, firefighters worked through the night to protect the port city of Patras, the country’s third-largest city. Flames swept through pine forests and olive groves, […]

Canada wildfires: 20,000 on standby as fire threatens Port Alberni; smoke spreads to US, Europe

Canada wildfires (AP photo) Almost 20,000 people in western Canada were on standby on Wednesday as a wildfire swept across Mount Underwood, overlooking the city of Port Alberni. Authorities say the blaze is “out of control” and could spread further. Wildfires are also threatening other parts of the country. In Newfoundland and Labrador, parts of […]

Italian citizenship: Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel hints at possible relocation; reveals why he’s considering moving to Europe

Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump (File photo) for image caption American television host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel has revealed that he recently obtained Italian citizenship and is considering moving to Europe because he is scared of President Donald Trump, as reported by New York Post. Speaking on The Sarah Silverman Podcast, the 57-year-old late-night host […]