Europe

A senior European Union official on Sunday dismissed claims that Europe is facing “civilizational erasure,” responding to criticism voiced by the Trump administration. Kaja Kallas, the EU’s foreign policy chief, spoke at the Munich…
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Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, calling for a stronger and more self-reliant defense framework. “Europe…
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will tell the Munich Security Conference that Europe is “a sleeping giant” and must rely less on the United States for its defence, his office said on Friday. In a speech scheduled for Saturday, Starmer…
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Visa applications have long been a source of anxiety for Indian travellers. The process often feels needlessly complex: confusing paperwork, arbitrary requirements, and long, uncertain waiting periods. But 2026 marks a quiet turning point.…
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European Council President Antonio Costa on Monday firmly rejected any attempt by the United States to influence Europe’s political direction, after Washington unveiled a new security strategy sharply critical of the continent’s policies.…
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Ukraine and several European allies on Wednesday accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of pretending to seek peace after five hours of Kremlin talks with US envoys ended without progress. UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urged Putin…
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Estonia, one of Europe’s most scenic and digitally advanced nations, is now offering permanent residence permits to foreigners. Known for its vibrant startup ecosystem and continuous innovation in technology, Estonia provides an…
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Europe is in the grip of one of its most disruptive travel seasons in years. Strikes by airport workers, baggage handlers, security staff, and air traffic controllers are hitting France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Netherlands, and beyond.…
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President Donald Trump said Sunday he is prepared to impose sanctions on Russia but stressed that European nations must match US measures. “Europe is buying oil from Russia. I don’t want them to buy oil,” Trump told reporters. “The…
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A major study published in Nature Medicine has issued a stark warning about Europe’s future. Led by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), the research projects that rising temperatures driven by climate change could…
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