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European missile manufacturer MBDA has introduced a new interceptor system designed to defend against large-scale drone attacks and waves of low-cost weapons, as recent conflicts highlight growing weaknesses in traditional air defense capabilities. The new Counter Mass Interceptor is aimed at helping European armed forces and NATO allies......
Financial markets are increasingly pricing in the possibility that the European Central Bank (ECB) will raise interest rates twice by early 2027, as renewed inflation concerns influence investor expectations across the euro area. German two-year government bond yields remained broadly stable on Monday after briefly reaching their highest......
A futuristic cultural complex in the heart of Tbilissi is at the center of a renewed political debate after authorities approved its demolition, with opponents viewing the decision as an attempt to erase a symbol linked to Georgia’s pro-European past. Known as the “Tubes,” the unfinished structure consists of two large metal......
European missile manufacturer MBDA has appointed Jean-Brice Dumont as its next chief executive officer, marking a significant leadership transition as the company accelerates production to meet rising defence demand across Europe. The company announced that Dumont, currently Head of Military Aircraft Programmes at Airbus, will officially......
A group of European Union countries is calling for a rethink of a planned carbon pricing system for transport fuels, raising new questions over the future direction of the bloc’s climate policy. Ten member states, including Italy and Poland, have expressed concerns about the proposed measure, arguing that the new charge could increase......
Moody’s has warned that Europe’s growing responsibility for its own security could place additional pressure on the sovereign credit ratings of several European countries as governments increase defense spending in the coming years. The credit rating agency said the evolving security landscape is likely to require European nations......
The European Commission is considering ending its financial support for the Venice Biennale after the prestigious international art exhibition allowed Russia to return for its 2026 edition, reopening a sensitive debate over the relationship between cultural diplomacy and geopolitical conflict. The proposed measure could see the Biennale lose......
European stock markets opened the week with mixed performance as investors remained cautious following heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Concerns over the impact of regional instability on global trade, energy markets, and inflation contributed to a subdued trading environment across major European exchanges. Market participants......
European aviation markets are facing increasing concerns over potential jet fuel shortages as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raise uncertainty about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy trade routes. Industry estimates suggest that Europe could experience a significant jet fuel supply......
A record-breaking heatwave that swept across Western Europe in late June has been linked to a sharp rise in mortality, highlighting the growing human cost of extreme weather associated with climate change. According to official mortality monitoring data, more than 10,000 excess deaths were recorded across Europe during a single week as exceptionally......
Helsing has secured $1.8 billion in a Series E funding round, lifting its valuation to $18 billion and reinforcing its position as Europe's best-funded defence technology startup. The investment marks one of the largest fundraising rounds ever completed by a European defence technology company, reflecting growing investor interest in......
MG Motor has unveiled the MG GO concept at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, offering the clearest indication yet of the brand's next-generation electric city car. Expected to enter production in 2027 as the MG2, the model is set to challenge rivals such as the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric in one of Europe's fastest-growing EV segments. The......
The head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) has urged the European Union to reconsider its opposition to new oil and gas exploration in the Arctic, arguing that long-term energy security should play a greater role in shaping the bloc's future energy strategy. The appeal comes as European policymakers review their approach to Arctic......
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Throne Day 2026
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