Europe

Spain calls latest Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon ‘unacceptable’

Spain calls latest Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon ‘unacceptable’

Israeli tank shells landed near Spanish troops, Madrid calls incident a ‘serious escalation’

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Germany's Merz says Iran regime's fall in 'final days and weeks'
13.01.2026

Germany's Merz says Iran regime's fall in 'final days and weeks'

Chancellor accuses Tehran's government of trying to cling to power through violence against mass protests

US, Germany discuss global security priorities
13.01.2026

US, Germany discuss global security priorities

Secretary of State Rubio, German Foreign Minister Wadephul exchange views on Venezuela, Russia-Ukraine war, Iran, bilateral ties

Non‑essential French embassy staff depart Iran: Reports
13.01.2026

Non‑essential French embassy staff depart Iran: Reports

Embassy personnel departing since Sunday as protests continue across Iran

Finland, Sweden propose tougher economic sanctions on Russia
12.01.2026

Finland, Sweden propose tougher economic sanctions on Russia

Nordic countries call for higher import duties, export restrictions, EU ban on Russian energy shipments

London mayor warns local elections may be 'referendum' for Labour government
12.01.2026

London mayor warns local elections may be 'referendum' for Labour government

'I'm hoping people will vote based upon how good or bad a council is, rather than how perfect or imperfect a government is,' says Sadik Khan