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French ICC Judge Nicolas Guillou is living a nightmare after the US sanctioned him and other judges for issuing an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, once again exposing the risk of Europeans' reliance on American services.

The EU will cover €90 billion of Ukraine's financial and military needs over the coming two years, and is working on a 20th package of sanctions to further cripple Russia's ability to finance its war through exports of fossil fuel.

A flood of conflicting narratives and misinformation about alleged suspects tied to the killing of 23-year-old Quentin Deranque in Lyon has spread online, preceding a series of arrests made on Tuesday evening.

Minister Alexandru Nazare also supports the more controversial E6 club of economic heavyweights, saying if it succeeds, it's a "good thing" for Europe.

François-Philippe Champagne was the special guest at Monday’s meeting of euro area finance ministers in Brussels – the first time a Canadian representative had been invited to this restricted format, from which non-euro area ministers are normally excluded.

The Belgian government has clashed with the US after Donald Trump's ambassador accused Brussels of antisemitism over its laws regulating circumcision.

Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said a G7 deal is not an "absolute precondition" for a full ban on maritime services for Russian tankers. Brussels wants the new sanctions approved by 24 February.

A new survey of 27,000 people living across the bloc reveals profound disparities in levels of trust in local, national and EU institutions.

Sixteen out of 19 plans have now gotten the final green light required to secure first disbursements of funds to buy defence equipment.

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European Commission wants to pour money into border areas, but there won't be any new funds from the EU’s current budget.

The payment to Cabinet Secretary Chris Wormald, who has been forced out by Keir Starmer, could be higher than previously reported, two people familiar with the system told POLITICO.

The Italian prime minister is leading the country's most stable government for years — but a nationwide vote on judicial reform next month could backfire.

Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein failed to bar him from high office. Now politicians want changes to the way top jobs are vetted.

There's a chance that what helped Canada's prime minister could help the German chancellor too.

Those gathered in New Delhi are no longer obsessing about how to control AI risks but figuring out who can benefit.

Review committee says the antisemitism allegations against the special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories are "rooted in disinformation."

Energy Secretary Chris Wright wants the IEA to stop behaving like a "climate advocacy organization" and focus on "energy security."

Essex Police says it is assessing information in relation to private flights into and out of the airport.

In Horden, County Durham, Westminster slogans have long been left unmet as the population has plummeted.

The Met Office says there could be some flooding and disruption to travel.

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says current plans to refurbish the Palace of Westminster are "out of control".

A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.

Regulatory panel says teacher's conduct fell "significantly short of the standards expected".

Entry requirements to the UK for dual nationals are being overhauled as part of sweeping changes to the immigration system.

Claims emerge after the Cabinet Office said there was only one complaint about Antonia Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

Stephen Wright was giving evidence at the privacy case brought by the mother of the murdered teenager and others against the newspaper's publisher.

The incident involved a school bus but the children are all safe.

Speaking to reporters from a basement in Kherson, UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) representative in Ukraine Munir Mammadzade said that the frontline city remains “under constant fire,” with daily attacks destroying homes and critical infrastructure, as well as the services that children and families rely on. “I have been constantly hearing artillery shelling,” he said, speaking […]

Spain has moved to open a new legal front against major social media platforms, asking prosecutors to investigate Meta, TikTok and X over allegations that AI-generated child sexual abuse material has circulated on their services. The announcement, made on 17 February 2026, signals a sharper turn in Europe’s response to the way generative AI can […]

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is facing criticism after a T-shirt featuring design elements linked to the 1936 Berlin Olympics appeared in official Olympic online stores and quickly sold out. Holocaust organisations and German politicians argue the item echoes Nazi-era propaganda aesthetics and should not be commercialised without clear context. The IOC says the limited-run […]

Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomed the Bahrain Ambassador to the United States to Church headquarters in Salt Lake City on Thursday, February 12, 2026. This was the first official visit of His Excellency Shaikh Abdulla bin Rashid Al Khalifa […]

Some families have survived in those harsh conditions for months. Among them, 17-year-old Doha and her brothers and sisters reached Tawila after a three-day long journey from El Fasher by foot and donkey cart, exhausted and frightened. Home in the key Darfur city had become too dangerous. Food was scarce. Health facilities were destroyed. School, […]

Around 40% of the EU’s population lives within 50 kilometres of the coast, and large parts of the continent’s economy, climate resilience and wellbeing depend on healthy oceans and seas. Yet despite this close connection, understanding of how the ocean works – and how human activity impacts it – remains limited. “You have people living […]

A complaint by Montenegro’s Human Rights Action, prompted by leaked preliminary findings linked to the Council of Europe’s anti-torture committee, has put the Special Psychiatric Hospital in Dobrota back under scrutiny. Beyond denouncing alleged degrading conditions, the controversy is sharpening a wider European argument: that preventing abuse in closed psychiatric settings requires a rights-based shift […]

The development follows an Israeli cabinet decision from May 2025 and applies to Area C of the West Bank, which encompasses some 60 per cent of the territory. This will mark the first time since the 1967 occupation that Israel will begin registering land as state property following approval announced by the cabinet on Sunday. […]

Between 31 January and 10 February, tropical cyclones Fytia and Gezani struck the island nation, causing widespread destruction. WFP assessments indicate that 1.57 million people in Madagascar are currently food insecure, including 84,000 facing emergency conditions. That figure could rise to 1.8 million in the coming months. “Families are telling us they have lost everything. […]

Humanists International will unveil the latest edition of its global benchmark on the treatment of humanists, atheists and the non-religious at a hybrid event in the EU quarter. On Wednesday, 25 February 2026, Humanists International will host the launch of its 2025 Freedom of Thought Report at Press Club Brussels Europe, bringing together EU policymakers, […]

Protesters and journalists say they were attacked by hooded assailants at a demonstration held to coincide with a state ceremony attended by senior officials in the northern city of Novi Sad.

Thousands of people took to the streets of Pristina on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s declaration of independence to protest against the trial of four wartime guerilla leaders.

The Greek public postal service is facing significant financial difficulties and a structural crisis - leaving some people across the country deprived of what they see as an essential service.

State court upholds verdict sentencing Slavisa Djeric to three years’ jail and Nenad Ujic to four, for the inhumane treatment of civilians detained in Rogatica in 1995.

Lead opposition party Tisza has long been reticent about its policy plans. But now a new 240-page manifesto gives Hungarians a taste of what might await them if the party defeats Fidesz in April’s election.

Albin Kurti was smoothly confirmed as Prime Minister following his party’s election victory in December – but experts still foresee plenty of potential crises for him in office.

Mushroom foraging provides an income for thousands of people in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but much of the industry remains in a grey zone, where foragers work without contracts and exporters dodge forestry fees.

The defence for the four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders said in closing statements that the prosecution selectively used evidence, ignored historical facts – and failed to find witnesses linking them to the crimes.

Three men accused of causing the November 2024 explosion on the Iber-Lepenc canal pleaded not guilty at the Basic Court in Pristina.

Proposed legal changes, which would protect ministers and other top officials from suspension by the courts, draw condemnation as a move to block anti-corruption investigations.

Spain's leftist government on Tuesday said it would ask prosecutors to investigate X, Meta and TikTok for possible offences related to AI-generated child pornography, as an international backlash grows against such tools.

If you're leaving Spain for good or for a long period of time, then you will need to make sure that you deregister before you leave, essentially giving up or renouncing your Spanish residency. Here's how to do it.

What happens if your neighbours are causing a serious stench in your apartment building? Perhaps they make very smelly food, have stinky pets or some other foul smell is emanating from their flat. Find out what Spanish law says about it.

With the end of the Electronic Travel Authorisation system's 'tolerance period' approaching, British readers of The Local have slammed unclear government guidance about a rule change meaning dual nationals must enter the country on a valid UK passport.

A fire at an apartment block near Barcelona has killed five young people - including three minors - and injured four others, the fire service of Spain's northeastern Catalonia region said on Tuesday.

The UK's new border control system ETA reaches a new phase in February - but will British dual nationals really be denied entry to the country if they do not have a valid UK passport?

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday presented a new public investment fund that he said would raise €120 billion and help tackle the country's persistent housing crisis, although similar announcements have previously not met expectations.

Following the increase of the financial requirements for Spain's Digital Nomad Visa in 2026, how attainable is this visa when compared to similar visas available around the world? Here is a breakdown to help you decide.

High-speed trains between Madrid and Andalusia resume after devastating accident, majority of Spaniards want Constitution to be updated and more news on Tuesday February 17th.

Everyone in Europe agrees the EU needs to rescue its industry but the bloc is split over how far it should push a 'Buy European' approach in order to do so.

On Wednesday, February 4, the European Newsroom received Committee of the Regions President Kata Tüttő and Italian MEP Irene Tinagli for an interview with enr and non-enr journalists.

European Commissioner for Trade Maroš Šefčovič has noticed that he is being praised in Europe for rapidly concluding trade agreements on behalf of the EU.

Strengthen the functionality of state institutions, ensure the effective participation of all constituent peoples, and find a sustainable solution to the issue of state property

Despite the trade shocks linked to Donald Trump's policy, growth in the eurozone continued its recovery in 2025 and exceeded expectations, reaching 1.5%, helped by good end-of-year figures in several countries.

Slovenia agrees with the inclusion of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard on the list of terrorist organizations of the European Union, but does not wish to close diplomatic channels with Tehran.

Overall, the EIB invested a “record” amount of 100 billion in 2025, above the 89 billion in 2024, and plans to maintain this volume also in 2026.

Representatives of the transport sector assess that this is a step forward, but without clear guarantees, satisfaction remains partial

These investments create concrete opportunities for citizens, said European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos.

In just one year, the country achieved an increase of over 1100 megawatt-hours of installed capacity

The Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker wants to strengthen the European Council. It should no longer have to wait for the EU Commission, but instead receive its own right of initiative, demands Stocker.

United States, February 17, 2026 – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Roundup cancer cases have once again moved to the forefront of national legal and financial debate as Bayer introduced a sweeping $10.25 billion proposal aimed at resolving thousands of claims … Read more

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There is no doubt that one of today’s biggest challenges for Europe is illegal migration. Every year, thousands of people from third countries enter Europe without permission. Without a tougher and more consistent return policy – and faster rejection of … Read more

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Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy — February 18, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — A powerful Alpine storm swept across Olympic venues overnight, triggering an Olympic snowstorm delay that forced organizers to suspend freestyle skiing and snowboard competitions at the 2026 Winter … Read more

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Mumbai, India – February 17, 2026 – Brussels Morning Newspaper – India’s artificial intelligence sector is entering a decisive growth phase as major infrastructure investments, policy reforms and corporate expansion reshape the country’s digital future. The acceleration of AI ambitions … Read more

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London has a brand new tourist attraction: The Tower of London River Tour.

Visitors to the UK capital can now board the country’s first purpose-built electric tour boat to enjoy some of the city’s famous sights from the river Thames.… Read more

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Madrid, Spain — February 17, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — AI generated abuse content linked to child abuse concerns has triggered a formal national investigation in Spain in 2026, as authorities examine whether major digital platforms failed to prevent … Read more

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Dhaka, Bangladesh — February 17, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman officially assumed office today after securing a decisive landslide victory in the 2026 general election. The oath ceremony at Bangabhaban Presidential Palace marked a … Read more

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London, United Kingdom – February 17, 2026 – Brussels Morning Newspaper – The global energy crisis continues to shape economic and political decisions across Europe in 2026, with London emerging as a focal point of policy debate and financial reaction. … Read more

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Chicago, United States – February 17, 2026 – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Jesse Jackson dies at 84 in Chicago United States 2026, closing a chapter in American civil rights history that spanned more than five decades. Family representatives confirmed that … Read more

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Kyiv, Ukraine – February 17, 2026 – Brussels Morning Newspaper– Zelenskyy popularity declines in Kyiv Ukraine 2026 as the country navigates another year of war, reconstruction pressures and evolving political expectations. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, once seen as the … Read more

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The next increase in the minimum wage will be announced before Easter, in early April, Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis said on Tuesday on SKAI TV.

US President Donald Trump said Greek-American ties are “stronger than ever” and described Greece as a “valuable partner and ally” during a White House ceremony for the presentation of credentials by Greece’s new ambassador to Washington, Antonis Alexandridis, according to reports.

Nearly two weeks after the deadly explosion at the Violanta biscuit factory in Trikala, a 10-year employee told fire investigators he had smelled “at least for two months” an odor “like LPG” (liquefied petroleum gas) in Building 2, strongest in restrooms and the dishwashing area.

Serious systemic problems are undermining how state land is managed in Cyprus and how property rights are protected.

Greece used to be at the bottom in Europe in unemployment of young people with 39.5% in 2019, but that rate has dropped to 13%, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said in a video posted online on Tuesday.

Last summer, Tom Wong was working at the Chubby Crab, his family’s seafood boil restaurant in Manhattan’s Chinatown, when a regular approached the counter. She ordered a combo – steamed clams instead of sausage, please – and ate it at a table near the door, muttering to herself in between bites.

The question of how we approach and deal with our country’s modern history has been brought back to the fore by the Greek state’s quest for photographs from the World War II executions at the Kaisariani Shooting Range in 1944.

In its first international mission with a ground force since being part of ISAF in Afghanistan, Greece will participate in the International Stabilization Force in Gaza.

On November 16, 2023, Pedro Sanchez, leader of the Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE), despite having come second in the general elections of July 23, 2023 – and having only 121 deputies out of a total of 350 – received a vote of confidence,