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Israeli defense firms face backlash at Poland’s premier arms expo

Police questioning and paint-splattered booths at Poland's MSPO weapons exhibition as Israel’s defense industry confronts growing European resistance over Gaza war

Polish soldiers at MSPO exhibition
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Meet the beer train: When Oktoberfest starts in Rome

People work at the site of the accident after Gloria funicular railway car, a popular tourist attraction, derailed and crashed, resulting in multiple casualties, according to authorities, in Lisbon, Portugal, September 4, 2025.

Portugal investigates crash on historic Lisbon funicular that killed 16

FRENCH PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron speaks in front of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza, at the Egyptian Red Crescent warehouse in Arish, Egypt, in April. Last Thursday, he announced that France would officially recognize a Palestinian state.

French government dissolves 'radical Islamist' imam center with ties to Muslim Brotherhood


French politician Shannon Seban joins CAM to lead European outreach amid rising antisemitism

The politician and activist is the new Director of European Affairs, tasked with leading the organization’s outreach and engagement across the continent

Shannon Seban addressing the Rise & Respond: Global Student Summit Against Antisemitism, in New York City, March 23, 2025.

Ukraine's allies meet amid doubts over guarantees, US backing

Global leaders will hold talks regarding military support and a possible ceasefire for Ukraine as the fierce Ukraine-Russia war wages on.

A rescuer holds a soft toy at the site of an apartment building which was hit by Russian missile and drone strikes, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine August 28, 2025.

Germany, Portugal report cases of bird flu, WOAH says

Germany and Portugal confirmed H5N1 bird flu cases on poultry farms, killing over 1,100 birds as Europe braces for seasonal outbreaks.

 H5N1 bird flu virus reported in Louisiana; illustrative

Germany blocks EU sanctions against Israel, Europe divided over Gaza war

The positions of the different EU countries were made public after mounting public pressure against the EU for its "silence" and "ignorance" on what is happening in the Gaza Strip.

Demonstrators hold a banner as they demand to impose sanctions against Israel in front of the Reichstag building, the seat of the lower house of parliament Bundestag, in Berlin, Germany, June 21, 2025

Working by the sea: The European country inviting you for three years

Work remotely in Europe for 3 years! Enjoy stunning beaches, historic cities, and advanced digital infrastructure – the perfect mix of freedom, travel, and work.

The city of Dubrovnik and its beach – Croatia

Russia suspected of hacking EU Commission president's plane GPS, forcing it to land manually - FT

The plane circled the airport for an hour before the pilot decided to land the plane manually using analog maps. "It was undeniable interference," the official said. 

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks as she visits with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk (not pictured) Poland's border with Belarus, near Ozierany Male, Poland, August 31, 2025.

Black Forest, Germany: Fairy-tale trails, lakes and clocks

Germany’s Black Forest beckons: misty pines, Lake Titisee, Triberg’s cuckoo clocks, and side trips to Strasbourg and Colmar.

The Black Forest stretches some 200km. from north to south.

Ukrainian former parliamentary speaker Parubiy shot dead in Lviv

Officials gave no immediate indication whether the murder had any direct link to Russia's war in Ukraine.

The body of former Ukrainian parliamentary speaker Andriy Parubiy, who was killed this morning, lies on the ground, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Lviv, Ukraine August 30, 2025

Arab states increase focus on Gaza City battle as Israel intensifies military offensive - analysis

Al-Ain reports that some Israeli officials “make no secret of their desire to promote the ‘voluntary migration’ of Palestinians,” though experts describe this proposal as “unrealistic.”

An Israeli armoured personnel carrier (APC) manoeuvres on the Israeli side of the border with Gaza, Israel August 19, 2025

Voices from the Arab press: Between the Yalta and Alaska summits

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

ICONIC PHOTOGRAPH of three world leaders attending the Yalta Conference in February 1945, in Crimea: (front row, L-R) British prime minister Winston Churchill, US president Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin.

Six European foreign ministers condemn Israel's planned Gaza City operation

In the statement, the ministers said that they "condemn the most recent Israeli offensive launched in the Strip and the announcement to establish a permanent presence in Gaza City."

An IDF soldier operates on the outskirts of Gaza City, in northern Gaza, August 27, 2025