Sep 20 Cyberattack disrupts systems at several major European airports, delaying travel By Pan Pylas, Jamey Keaten, Associated Press A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems disrupted air traffic and caused delays at several of Europe’s major airports on Saturday. While the impact on travelers appeared to be limited, experts said the intrusion exposed vulnerabilities in security systems. Continue reading
Sep 17 France's new PM faces a bumpy ride with budget challenges and nationwide strikes By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press Sébastien Lecornu, France’s fourth prime minister in a year, faces big challenges like a ballooning deficit and unrest. Continue reading
Sep 01 Deep in the Swedish forest, Esrange Space Center is part of Europe's hope to compete in the space race By Stefanie Dazio, Malin Haarala, Associated Press The state-owned Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, Sweden, is among the sites building out orbital rocket programs to allow Europe to advance in the global space race and launch satellites from the continent's mainland. Continue reading
Aug 29 Zelenskyy seeks meeting with Trump and European leaders on slow progress of Russia talks By Hanna Arhirova, Associated Press The proposed meetings appeared designed to add momentum to the push for peace, as Zelenskyy expressed frustration with what he called Russia’s lack of constructive engagement in the process while it continues to launch devastating aerial attacks on civilian areas. Continue reading
Aug 28 Watch 5:30 Why European countries want to reimpose harsh sanctions on Iran By Nick Schifrin, Dan Sagalyn Three European countries that were part of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal launched a process to reimpose sanctions that were lifted a decade ago as part of the agreement. France, Germany and the United Kingdom accused Iran of breaking its… Continue watching
Aug 27 Denmark summons U.S. envoy over claims of interference in Greenland By Associated Press Danish broadcaster DR reported Wednesday that at least three Americans have been involved in these operations. They allegedly compiled lists of U.S.-friendly Greenlanders and tried to influence local politics. Continue reading
Aug 17 Watch 5:43 What to expect from Zelenskyy's next meeting with Trump, backed by European leaders By John Yang, Zoie Lambert When Zelenskyy returns to the Oval Office on Monday, at least a half-dozen European leaders will join him in a high-profile display of unity. After meeting with Putin on Friday, Trump aligned himself with Russian positions, triggering fears that Ukraine… Continue watching
Aug 17 European leaders will join Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump at the White House By Samya Kullab, John Leicester, Associated Press European and NATO leaders announced Sunday they will join President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington for talks with President Donald Trump on ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, with the possibility of U.S. security guarantees now on the negotiating table. Continue reading
Aug 14 Dozens detained as opponents and supporters of Serbian government clash during protests By Associated Press Serbian police say nearly 50 protesters have been detained and dozens of people injured during clashes at anti-government protests in Serbia against the populist rule of President Aleksandar Vucic. Continue reading
Aug 13 People climb buildings and hand out soap to push for a plastic pollution treaty By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press Nations are crafting the first global, legally binding treaty on plastics pollution. People are getting creative to put the pressure on to get a deal done at the meeting at the United Nations office in Geneva. Continue reading