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Formula 1 resumed with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, while Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. The race marked Zandvoort's farewell, with organizers suggesting it could serve as an alternative venue amid Middle East disruptions affecting the 2026 and 2027 calendars.
Belgium is battling its largest wildfire on record in the High Fens nature reserve near the German border, with firefighters from several countries deployed. The fire has burned over 27 sq km and forced evacuations, while officials report it is now under control. The blaze is part of a broader European summer of extreme heat and wildfires.
Manchester City have emerged as surprise suitors for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, joining Tottenham in the race for the Dutch international, while Liverpool insist they do not plan to sell. Reports differ on the state of negotiations, with Tottenham reportedly having submitted a £60m offer and Gakpo agreeing personal terms, though Liverpool's stance remains a key factor.
Record-low water levels on the Rhine are halting some cargo shipping on key southern sections, while the Danube and Po rivers also hit historic lows, disrupting power supplies and raising economic concerns. The prolonged heatwaves and lack of rainfall, linked by some to human-caused climate change, are affecting transport and industry across Europe.
France will start enforcing a ban on unsolicited telemarketing calls on August 11, under a new law that requires prior consent from consumers. Individuals caught making illegal calls can be fined up to €75,000, and companies up to €375,000 per call, with both France 24 and RFI reporting the measure has raised concerns in Morocco.
Persistently low water levels on the Rhine River are threatening Germany's fragile economic recovery, with analysts warning of a potential 0.2% hit to GDP in the third quarter. The drought has forced cargo vessels to cut loads dramatically, raising transport costs and raising the risk of the river becoming impassable at a key bottleneck.
A poll by French magazine L’Express ranked MI6 as Europe’s most powerful foreign intelligence service, with France’s DGSE second. The survey of 60 spies highlighted MI6’s human intelligence strengths and its leading role on Ukraine.
Record-low water levels in Europe's Danube River have exposed World War II warships and other relics, drawing attention to the impacts of drought on the region. The scuttled German fleet, sunk in 1944, is now visible near the Serbian port of Prahovo, while power plants and shipping face disruption.
The Russian Gymnastics Federation has announced that Russian athletes will compete as a full national team at the 2026 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Frankfurt, Germany, under the country's flag. The decision follows the lifting of restrictions by World Gymnastics and the ratification of participation with national symbols by the European Gymnastics Union.
The United States has formally requested the extradition of Apollo Quiboloy, leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ church, on charges of child sex trafficking and fraud. Quiboloy, already jailed in the Philippines on human-trafficking and abuse charges, faces life in prison if convicted in the Philippine case.
Liberia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied allegations that its diplomatic pouch was used for narcotics or that Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti authorized such an act. In a statement released Wednesday, the ministry called the claims false, baseless, and intended to undermine public confidence, while emphasizing that diplomatic pouches are governed by strict international legal standards.
Organizers of the Intervision 2026 song contest confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the event, though the exact date and venue are still under discussion. A TASS report citing a source in Riyadh raised uncertainty about the event's future, but organizers and a Russian envoy reaffirmed the plans.
Multiple European media outlets have published critical reports on US tech company Palantir, focusing on its tax practices, deep integration into EU public services, and efforts by France, Germany, and other member states to phase out its AI products. While Palantir's tax strategies are described as legal, the reports highlight concerns about Europe's digital sovereignty and reliance on the company. NATO, however, continues to use Palantir's battlefield AI, citing no viable alternatives.
Authorities in Germany report finding a drone carrying an explosive device near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig/Halle Airport, prompting flight diversions and a bomb disposal response. Ukrainian officials suspect Russian involvement, while investigations continue.
Moscow is pressing Austria to issue visas to Russian diplomats, with Ambassador Andrey Grozov citing Vienna's obligations as host country. The dispute highlights broader Western moves restricting Russian diplomatic travel, including new notification requirements and a reported denial after eight months.
As the US and Israel went to war with Iran this year, Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah, sought to position himself as the leader of a transitional government. But despite early momentum, Western skepticism and strategic missteps have raised questions about his viability.
The Trump administration's campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court has drawn international criticism, with Amnesty International condemning it as reprehensible. The US argues the court is a threat to sovereignty and has imposed sanctions on its officials, while also lobbying other countries to leave the ICC.
As Lebanon marks six years since the Beirut port explosion, President Joseph Aoun is urging the judiciary to issue a long-awaited indictment. The investigation, completed in March, has been stalled by political and legal wrangling, with families of victims still demanding accountability.
The European Union is set to hold emergency talks on Tuesday after a massive influx of migrants from Morocco into Spain's Ceuta enclave sparked tensions among member states. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for united action on border security, while Spain accused some governments of 'selfish' and 'polarising' reactions.
Four tons of cocaine, the largest ever seized in Liberia, were escorted by police vehicles from a landing site to a holding ground. Two senior police commanders have been charged and sent to court, with investigators saying the operation was authorized at the top of a previous government and with foreign assistance, including from the DEA.