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Europe is shaped by decisions made across borders, from the continent’s response to Russia’s war in Ukraine to debates over sanctions and military support. These choices affect security, diplomacy and the daily lives of people across the region.

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The topic also covers European politics, business, culture and sport, alongside events that test public safety and trust. Together, these stories offer a view of the forces changing life in Europe and its place in the wider world.

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PM pledges continued support for Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit

  • Burnham hosts Zelensky for his first foreign leader meeting as PM.
  • UK to share "Stone Cloak" anti-drone jamming technology with Ukraine.
  • Leaders will also meet 200+ Ukrainian troops training in the UK.

Andy Burnham has pledged continued "unwavering" UK support for Ukraine ahead of hosting President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, in what will be the new prime minister's first meeting with a foreign leader since taking office a week ago. Downing Street said the visit underlines the strength of UK-Ukraine…

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New UK defense secretary says Trump has shaken Europe ‘out of our complacency’

  • UK defence secretary says Trump jolted Europe into stronger defence planning.
  • NATO spending and European security remain central concerns.
  • Britain has pledged to increase defence spending.

The article reports that the UK’s new Defence Secretary said Donald Trump has forced European countries to confront weaknesses in their defence preparedness. The remarks frame Trump’s pressure on NATO allies to spend more on defence as a disruptive but potentially useful prompt for Europe to take greater…

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SYSTEM OF A DOWN’s JOHN DOLMAYAN: ‘Every Show We Play Is Always Special For Us, Cause There’s So Few Of Them’

  • Dolmayan says rare System Of A Down shows feel special due to limited touring
  • Warsaw stadium shows drew around 50,000 fans, up from 15-20,000 previously
  • Band hasn't released a full album since 2005, still touring stadiums worldwide

SYSTEM OF A DOWN drummer John Dolmayan has discussed the band's summer 2026 European stadium tour in a new interview with Strefa Music Art, reflecting on the rarity of their shows and how dramatically venue sizes have grown since the band's earlier visits to Europe. The comments highlight…

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Iran threatens to attack Ukraine after an ‘attack’ on one of its ships carrying hardware to Russia

  • Iran threatens to strike Ukraine over an alleged ship attack.
  • The ship was reportedly carrying military hardware to Russia.
  • Comes amid wider Iran tensions, including a Strait of Hormuz tanker incident.

Iran has threatened to launch a retaliatory strike against Ukraine after accusing it of attacking one of its vessels that was transporting military hardware to Russia. The alleged incident adds a new flashpoint to the Ukraine war, raising the prospect that Iran, already a key military supplier to…

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Pogačar secures record-equalling fifth Tour de France title in Slovenia

  • Pogačar wins fifth Tour de France, equalling the all-time record.
  • Finished nearly 6.5 minutes ahead of Remco Evenepoel overall.
  • Final Paris stage shortened due to wildfires diverting security resources.

Tadej Pogačar of Slovenia has won the Tour de France for a fifth time, matching the all-time record for the most victories in the race's history. The result, sealed after the final stage in Paris on 26 July 2026, places him alongside cycling greats Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx,…

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Watch: JUDAS PRIEST Kicks Off 2026 ‘Faithkeepers’ European Tour At Germany’s BOBFEST

  • Judas Priest opened their 2026 "Faithkeepers" tour at Germany's BOBfest
  • Played "The Ripper" and "Delivering The Goods" for first time since 2019
  • Tour supports "Invincible Shield", the band's fifth UK Top 10 album

British heavy metal band Judas Priest launched their 2026 "Faithkeepers" world tour on 25 July at Germany's BOBfest, held at Mönchengladbach's SparkassenPark. The 17-song show marked the European leg of the band's continuing world tour cycle, following a 22-city North American co-headlining run with Alice Cooper the previous…

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Ex-ACCEPT Bassist PETER BALTES Hospitalized In Germany After Suffering Three Rib Fractures In ‘Serious Fall’ From Stage (Video)

  • Ex-ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes, 68, hospitalised with three fractured ribs after falling from stage at DIRKSCHNEIDER concert in Germany on July 25
  • Band attributes incident to insufficient safety conditions; guitarist Alen Brentini also injured but continued performing; Baltes expected sidelined for extended period

Former ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes was hospitalised after suffering a serious fall from the stage during a DIRKSCHNEIDER concert in Germany, resulting in three fractured ribs. The incident, which also injured guitarist Alen Brentini, was attributed by the band to "insufficient safety conditions" on stage, raising questions about…

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Wildfires displace more than 250,000 in France, threaten famed wine region

  • Wildfire nears Bordeaux, forcing 250,000+ evacuations in France.
  • Blaze creating own winds, behaving erratically, officials warn.
  • Spain declares national emergency amid wider European wildfire crisis.

Wildfires sweeping through south-western France have forced more than 250,000 people from their homes as flames advance towards Bordeaux, the country's celebrated wine-producing region. Officials say the blaze has grown so intense that it is generating its own winds, making its behaviour erratic and difficult to predict, prompting…

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SWFC: Bird strikes, waits with Stoke and karaoke – How Owls signed-off European trip – thestar.co.uk

  • Bird strike delayed Wednesday’s return from Vienna.
  • The airport wait lasted about six and a half hours.
  • The trip ended after a chairman-hosted karaoke evening.

Sheffield Wednesday’s European pre-season trip ended with a lengthy delay at Vienna airport after their Ryanair aircraft suffered a bird strike. The disruption followed a team-bonding evening and brought an otherwise positive training camp to an unusual close, as the club prepares for the new season. Players, staff,…

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More than 300,000 evacuated following wildfires in France and Spain – as flames reach Bordeaux

  • Over 300,000 evacuated amid France-Spain wildfires
  • Flames have reportedly reached Bordeaux
  • Major cross-border emergency response underway

Wildfires sweeping across France and Spain have forced the evacuation of more than 300,000 people, with the blazes reportedly reaching as far as Bordeaux in south-west France. The scale of the evacuation points to a major cross-border emergency, with authorities in both countries mobilising to move residents and…

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