Trump says he is ready to meet Putin and Xi in China
Trump also renewed his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying it was "time for somebody else to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine."
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Trump says he’s ready to meet Putin and Xi in China
Trump also renewed his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky -- whose country has been fighting off a Russian invasion since 2022 -- saying it was "time for somebody else to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine."
Australia police say man charged after lawmaker Helen Haines deliberately hit by car
Haines was hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in the town of Wangaratta, just over 200 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, at around 0635 CET on Monday.
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines hurt in car attack loses leg, media say
Haines was hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in the town of Wangaratta, just over 200 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, at around 0635 CET on Monday.
Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is ‘no accident’
Helen Haines, a 65-year-old independent, was struck by a an SUV outside her electoral office in the city of Wangaratta, in Victoria State, in the middle of Monday afternoon, police said.
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Japan launches unprecedented mission to bring back samples from Mars' moon Phobos
NASA has landed nine spacecraft on Mars over the past 50 years, and China touched down in 2021, but no one has returned samples from Mars, let alone its moons.
Japan launches unprecedented mission to bring back samples from Mars’ moon phobos
NASA has landed nine spacecraft on Mars over the past 50 years, and China touched down in 2021, but no one has ever ventured onto Phobos or its companion, Deimos, and no one has returned samples from Mars, let alone its moons.
Why pharma giant Roche is putting German investments on hold
Germany’s bid to revive its struggling economy faces a fresh setback as a major pharmaceutical player raises concerns over the country’s business climate.
France's riot damage doubles: How will businesses pay for the destruction?
At least 3,000 French shops were hit over the weekend. Insurers say they are mobilised, but lost trade may not be covered. Here is who pays the riot bill.
France's riot damage doubles: Who will pay for thousands of destroyed shops?
At least 3,000 French shops were hit over the weekend. Insurers say they are mobilised, but lost trade may not be covered. Here is who pays the riot bill.
France's riot damage doubles: Who will pay for thousands of wrecked shops?
At least 3,000 French shops were hit over the weekend. Insurers say they are mobilised, but lost trade may not be covered. Here is who pays the riot bill.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warns Germany is falling behind in AI race
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Huang are set to unveil a joint AI pact intended to speed up the integration of AI products across German industry.
Pope Leo XIV holds call with Zelenskyy, Vatican says
Chicago-born Leo, 71, has been calling for a humanitarian truce in Oleshky, a city under Russian siege, to allow food and medical aid to arrive and for civilians to be evacuated safely.
Video: Priest dies after cross falls on him during Mass in Ecuador
Ecuadorian priest Patricio Sánchez died after a large cross fell on him while he was celebrating Mass in the city of Guayaquil.
Cristiano Ronaldo suspended for 30 days after quitting Portugal camp
On 30 September, the former Real Madrid and Manchester United star walked out of an international camp before a training session at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen.
Deadly floods sweep through eastern Spain after torrential rain
Torrential rain triggered severe flooding in eastern Spain, sweeping away cars, submerging roads and leaving at least four people dead.
Rubio puts Trans-Caspian trade and critical minerals at centre of Central Asia talks
The US and five Central Asian governments backed closer transport and industrial cooperation at a C5+1 meeting in Samarkand. Rubio also held bilateral talks, while Uzbekistan signed the Artemis Accords.
Lavrov backs Iran, hours after Trump says Russia doing 'very little' to help Tehran
Just hours after Trump publicly claimed Russia was doing “little” to help Iran, Moscow reaffirmed its full support for Tehran, with Foreign Minister Lavrov describing Iran's fight as a "just cause."
'How are we supposed to recover?': Shopkeepers react to looting and destruction across France
French shopkeepers are struggling to come to terms with the destruction left by a night of rioting and looting, with some fearing for the future of their businesses and employees.
Albanian PM Rama accuses anti-government protesters of crossing 'red line' amid violent demonstrations
The European Commission released a statement condemning the violence in Albania on Sunday, saying it had "no place in a democratic society" and that the response "must remain within the law and proportionate."
Macron increasingly isolated amid unrest across France
Saturday’s violent protests and looting across France have deepened Macron’s political isolation, raising questions over his authority.
Trump signs order aimed at boosting women’s health research
United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing two bodies to boost women’s health research, address gaps in medical knowledge and improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
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Dutch PM Rob Jetten and partner expecting child via surrogate mother: 'Someone very special is on the way'
"Being a surrogate mother feels like a very special way to help make our dear friends’ dream come true," Lisa, the surrogate mother, was quoted as saying.
Qatar plans new defence partnership and warns of energy crisis 'peak'
Qatar is preparing a new regional defence partnership while keeping channels open with Tehran, arguing that dialogue and economic ties offer a route to lasting peace. Doha also warned of an energy disruption “peak” with more difficulties on the horizon “in the coming days and months”.
EU Parliament leaders set for re-election despite cracks in centrist alliance
Manfred Weber, Iratxe García Pérez and Valérie Hayer are expected to be re-elected unopposed, even as growing tensions threaten the centrist alliance supporting Ursula von der Leyen.
France galvanised by shopkeepers and locals who fought back against rioters and looters
Social media videos of French shopkeepers and locals taking matters into their own hands and fighting back against rioters have seen an outpouring of public support and solidarity.
Euronews press review: French newspapers dissect weekend of unrest and rioting
French newspapers examine the causes of a weekend of unrest, questioning the police response, violence and examining the role of the ultra-left.
Euronews press review: French newspapers dissect weekend of unrest as riots hit major cities
French newspapers examine the causes of a weekend of unrest, questioning the police response, violence and examining the role of the ultra-left.
Musk pledges SpaceX shares to every US child in potential $10.7bn giveaway
Elon Musk says he will give one SpaceX share to every child in America next year, a pledge worth about $10.7bn (€9.5bn) at Friday’s closing price. He has yet to explain who would qualify or how the shares would be distributed.