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Ukraine and Russia say air raid alert apps hit by cyberattacks

The cyberattacks came as the longest truce of the war, limited to Ukraine's eastern Kherson region, ended on Sunday after Russia refused the offer of an extension, according to Kyiv.

2 November 2026

Europe News

Russia arrests minor after US embassy warns of security threat

Russian state media published a statement from the Federal Security Service (FSB) on Sunday announcing that a minor had been detained in relation to the threat.

1 November 2026

Europe News

Bulgarians head to the polls in tense presidential runoff

The vote puts together two candidates with sharply contrasting views on how Bulgaria should engage with Russia and the war in Ukraine moving forward.

1 November 2026

Europe News

Russia reports 'massive' drone attack on 'industrial enterprise'

Telegram war monitoring channels said an attack had targeted the Kstovo oil refinery - also known as the Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez refinery, thought to be one of Russia's largest such facilities.

1 November 2026

Europe News

'A lot of lies': Kaja Kallas criticises Lavrov following G20 meetings

British Foreign Minister Ed Miliband said he had told Lavrov in the plenary that "he should have the courage to tell Putin that Russia will not win this war."

31 October 2026

Europe News

Evacuees from Russian-occupied city arrive in Ukraine amid truce

It comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said around 280,000 Ukrainian households had been left without power after Russian strikes overnight.

31 October 2026

Europe News

EU to fast-track €45 billion for Ukraine amid acute financial crunch

In 2027, the EU will provide Ukraine with €32 billion in military aid and €13 billion in budget support. But more funds will be needed as Russia escalates.

30 October 2026

World News

Russian independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta to shut down

The paper is one of the few Russian outlets that has been openly critical of Russia's war in Ukraine, but it has come under increasing pressure from Moscow.

30 October 2026

World News

Putin calls Elon Musk a 'genius' as Russia builds its own Starlink rival

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Elon Musk as a “genius” for deploying thousands of satellites into orbit. Speaking in Moscow, Putin highlighted Russia’s efforts to develop its own satellite internet network to rival Musk’s Starlink.

29 October 2026

EU News

Nord Stream won't reopen after the war, Brussels tells US and Russia

Brussels insists Nord Stream will remain shut after the war in Ukraine ends, countering a joint push by the US and Russia to restart the pipeline.

28 October 2026

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Ukraine: massive fire engulfs buildings after Russian strike on Kharkiv

Five people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in an overnight Russian drone strike on Kharkiv. The attack set several buildings ablaze, with firefighters working under the threat of further strikes.

28 October 2026

EU News

After months dithering, Europe shows it's ready for talks with Russia

As Trump sides with Putin, Europeans are increasingly ready to engage in direct talks with Russia, something they have so far refused to do.

28 October 2026

Europe News

Putin call pits Finland and Norway against Denmark and Sweden

Nordic unity broke on Tuesday after the leaders of Finland and Norway held a 90-minute phone call with Vladimir Putin. The Danish and Swedish prime ministers publicly cast doubt on the diplomatic overture.

27 October 2026

EU News

Finnish and Norwegian leaders call Putin, urge restart of peace talks

The leaders of Finland and Norway held a phone call with Vladimir Putin to restart the peace process. The overture comes as Brussels prepares for face-to-face contacts with the Russian side.

27 October 2026

Economy

European natural gas prices soar: What it means for your winter bills

Gas prices have tripled in 2026 and EU storage is at a record low. Analysts explain what it means for winter bills and how long it could last.

27 October 2026

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Russia: flames engulf buildings after Ukrainian drone attack in Voronezh region

At least two people were killed and 17 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Voronezh region. Flames engulfed buildings, while falling debris struck a commuter train.

26 October 2026