EU proposes 'flagship' defence projects to counter drones and protect its eastern border
Europe • Oct 17, 2025, 9:00 AM
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The European Commission on Thursday proposed four flagship European defence projects, including a counter-drone system and a plan to fortify the eastern border, as part of a drive to get the continent ready to defend itself by 2030. Story by Liza Kaminov and Jules Boiteau.
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Prince Andrew gives up his Duke of York title, disgraced by Epstein allegations
Europe • 9:10 AM
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Prince Andrew said Friday he is giving up his royal title of the Duke of York and other honors after his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein returned to the headlines. Andrew, younger brother of King Charles III, said in a statement released by
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Italy: Bomb explodes outside home of top investigative journalist
Europe • 9:08 AM
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A bomb exploded outside the home of one of Italy's top investigative journalists late on Thursday, damaging two cars belonging to his family and prompting messages of solidarity for the reporter from colleagues and politicians. Story by Eliza Herbert.
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What is Russia's current strategy in Ukraine?
Europe • 12:51 AM
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Russia's large-scale invasion of Ukraine started more than 3 years ago - and Trump has been pushing to end it even at the cost of Ukraine abandoning its invaded territories to Russia. After appearing to press Moscow, with the mention of long-range missil
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