Romania
-
We cannot fight until the last Ukrainian – it’s time to call Putin’s bluff
The surge in civilian casualties in Ukraine shows how the West, including the UK, must defend Kyiv’s airspace or face worse in the future, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
-
Ukraine war live: Explosions rock Russian petrochemical plant hit by drones
Several industrial facilities were damaged in the attack in Togliatti, the city’s mayor confirmed
-
A drone hit and sank a cargo vessel in new Black Sea attack near Romania, killing 1
A drone attack has hit and sunk a cargo vessel in the Black Sea, killing one crew member and leaving three missing
-
France to deploy 70,000 officers as it braces for weekend of protests – Europe live
Interior minister Laurent Nuñez defended blanket bans on demonstrations in some parts of France
-
Less product, same price: what is supermarket ‘shrinkflation’?
From chocolate bars to toothpaste, everyday products are getting smaller while prices stay the same. Known as “shrinkflation,” this is making groceries increasingly expensive for Europeans, who end up paying the same for less. #EuXl
-
Another rescue operation in the Black Sea led by Romania
A ship is reported to have been struck by several drones 13 miles from the Romanian port of Constanța. Rescuers recovered nine of the thirteen sailors on board alive. #EuropeNews
-
Man murdered stepdaughter after developing 'perverted' sexual obsession
Nathan Owens killed Carla Georgescu then staged the scene to look like a suicide
-
Woman at centre of North Yorkshire murder enquiry died of head injuries
The woman at the centre of a murder enquiry in North Yorkshire died of head injuries, an inquest heard today. Elena Lacramioara Chiriac, 22, died after a two-vehicle crash on the A1(M) near Barton on Sunday 4 October. An inquest into her...
-
Woman died of head injuries in A1(M) crash as murder probe continues, inquest hears
Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle, died at the scene of the crash between Junction 57 and Junction 56 near Barton, North Yorkshire.
-
From Reading to Russia: The love affair across Europe that ended in a Russian jail
Kercso says that the staged Russian video of his ‘arrest’ was filmed in mid-April in Sochi, after he had already been captured
-
Eurozone debt climbs to 88.8% of GDP as Italy closes in on Greece
Government debt in the eurozone rose to 88.8% of GDP in the second quarter of 2026, with Italy closing in on Greece, the most indebted member state, and France's debt climbing to 119.1% as its borrowing costs topped 5%.
-
Diplomatic damage control in Oslo as Kyiv says US intel restored
Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn, penning this newsletter in the early hours from Brussels. In this edition: The diplomatic push to revive Ukraine peace talks, and how Hungary has surprised diplomats by stalling Kyiv’s accession talks. #EuropeToday
-
Romanian PM and cabinet sworn in ending months of political deadlock
Independent diplomat Luca Niculescu wins parliamentary backing for a minority government, but analysts warn the calm may not last.
-
Kallas accuses US of pushing Ukraine to 'surrender on Putin's terms'
"American negotiators have been trying to push Ukraine into surrender for almost two years," Kaja Kallas said amid rising EU-US tensions.
-
Nato increases Black Sea deployment amid escalating deadly Russian attacks
Mounting anxiety as Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches Nato’s borders with targeting of vessels transporting agricultural cargo
-
Russian Black Sea strikes deepen ‘perfect storm’ for food supplies
Ukraine is losing an estimated €60 million a day in export earnings as Moscow is accused of targetting the routes it uses to ship grain abroad. #EuropeNews
-
Paddy Power owner Flutter to cut 1,400 jobs after UK gaming tax hike
Gambling giant Flutter said the proposed cuts will impact workers in Leeds and Dublin - as well as UK staff based in Portugal and Romania
-
Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises
The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget.
-
Hundreds of Leeds staff to lose jobs as Paddy Power owner announces mass redundancies
Hundreds of workers in Leeds could lose their jobs as gambling giant Flutter prepares to cut around 1,400 jobs in the UK and Ireland in a restructuring programme blamed on higher taxes.
-
Edinburgh passengers to get free cabin bag under EU rules but there's a catch
Edinburgh Airport passengers can expect EU baggage rules to change in the next year.
-
Cheeky Girls star Gabriela Irimia swaps pop fame for selling cars in Yorkshire
A world famous popstar who had a string of top chart hits is selling cars in Yorkshire.
-
Bomb threat forces Tel Aviv to Vienna flight to land in Bulgaria
The Airbus jet landed safely in Bulgaria and all passengers and crew aboard were unharmed, officials said.
-
The remarkable career change from global popstar to selling cars in York
A former Cheeky Girl, Gabriela Irimia, has been selling second-hand cars at a York dealership.
-
The remarkable career change from global popstar to selling cars in York
A former Cheeky Girl, Gabriela Irimia, has been selling second-hand cars at a York dealership.
-
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump orders last-minute stay on Russian sanctions
Trump had himself approved the sanctions law only last month. The bipartisan bill was designed to quickly hit Russia's financial resources for its war on Ukraine
-
Romanian F-16s shoot down two drones over Black Sea, authorities say
According to a Defence Ministry press release, two F-16s carrying out air policing missions were involved in the operation to intercept the drones. It later said the targets were "jet-powered attack drones from the Geran family." #EuropeNews
-
Exclusive: Romania president calls for NATO oversight in the Black Sea
In an interview with Euronews, Romanian President Nicușor Dan warns that Black Sea security is under growing pressure as drone attacks hit commercial vessels off Romania and Bulgaria. #EuropeNews
-
Arson plotter jailed for targeting Keir Starmer’s house is deported from UK
Stanislav Carpiuc, described as a ‘money man’ in the conspiracy to damage property by fire, was deported
-
Drone strikes in the Black Sea raise fears of Russian escalation to test NATO's response
Drone attacks on cargo ships in the Black Sea this month have raised concerns among NATO members
-
Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast
Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable and has to stop’
-
AfD leader threatens to pull German funding for Ukraine
German chancellor Friedrich Merz said meanwhile that giving up on Kyiv would have ‘an enormous impact on the entire political order of this continent’
-
Over $600 Million in Polymarket Election Trades Took Place After Races Ended
Contracts tied to elections in Ethiopia and Romania saw massive trading volumes after the outcomes were decided. “It’s obviously some form of volume manipulation,” one expert says.
-
Ukraine war live: Musk hits out at Trump over Starlink after Zelensky ‘betrayed’
Kyiv had refrained from attacking Russian refineries but resumed strikes on Thursday after the US made a deal with Putin
-
Seven sailors missing after tanker fire off Romania's coast amid Russian drone fears
Romania's naval authority said it received an emergency alert from the San Marino-flagged tanker Wine Trader
-
Romanian authorities launch rescue after another Black Sea ship fire leaves 8 missing
Romanian authorities have launched search and rescue operations off the Black Sea coast after a fire broke out on a ship, leaving eight people missing
-
Elon Musk suggests US government was behind Starlink restrictions in Ukraine – Europe live
Zelenskyy said he felt ‘betrayed’ by the US after Trump’s diesel deal with Russia and the Starlink restrictions
-
Bulgaria says Russia was likely behind Black Sea strikes as search for crew continues
The Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo ship Dignity sank on Tuesday after it was hit by a military strike
-
Fraud probe over NATO contracts leads to 5 arrests in Norway and searches in Germany and Romania
The European Union’s criminal justice agency says five people have been arrested in Norway in connection with suspected fraud and bribery linked to NATO ship contracts
-
Are the European 2027 Women's World Cup play-offs working?
The ease in which England saw off Greece in round one of the Women's World Cup qualifying play-offs showed just how inefficient the structure currently is.
-
Most U.S. drone shipments went to Ukraine while Iran’s went to Russia
'An unprecedented shift': New SIPRI data reveals 86% of world military drone exports went to just two warzones
-
New Mexican restaurant and tequila bar to open in Harrogate
A new Mexican restaurant and tequila bar is preparing to open in Harrogate.
-
Latin American organised crime ‘may operate in 16 European countries’
Cocaine seizures in Europe are up more than fivefold in 10 years as a host of cartels take root. A four-month Guardian investigation reveals the true scale of a continent-wide shift
-
Bulgarian PM summons Russian ambassador after ship sinks in Black Sea drone attack
Six crew members are rescued but 10 are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight, Bulgaria says.
-
RAF Fairford incident ‘almost certainly’ directed by Iran’s IRGC, Burnham says
The Iranian ambassador to the UK has been summoned to make clear that “Britain will not tolerate threats on our soil”, foreign secretary Ed Miliband also said
-
Hays sees weakening permanent jobs market keep trading under pressure
The London-based firm, which is one of Europe’s biggest recruitment agencies, said its net fees were down 3% for the quarter ending September 30.
-
Yorkshire coast landmark named Lonely Planet’s top 10 global vampire hunting spots
As we approach the Halloween season Lonely Planet has published its latest roundup of top 10 global vampire hunting spots - and this Yorkshire landmark made the top of the list.
-
Labour voters overwhelmingly want Andy Burnham to commit to rejoining EU, poll shows
Exclusive: New 10-year plan for re-entry to the European Union in 2036 being put to the prime minister
-
Europe’s best Christmas markets to visit this festive season
Europe is world-famous for its Christmas markets, and more than 1,500 take place every year. Choosing which to visit can be as tricky as putting together your present wish list. Here are the top picks, as voted for by travellers. #Destinations
-
Opera adds free travel eSIM to its Android browser — 3GB data perk works across 47 countries with zero payment details required
Opera for Android now comes with eSIM functionality, and it's giving you some data to get started as well.
-
Labour voters overwhelmingly want Andy Burnham to commit to rejoining EU, poll shows
Exclusive: New 10-year plan for re-entry to the European Union in 2036 being put to the prime minister
