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POLITICSOct 16EU leaders demand joint action to tackle soaring energy pricesEU leaders are pressing Brussels for coordinated measures to ease soaring energy costs, bolster fuel supplies and support struggling industries, as the crisis strains national budgets and tests the bloc's climate ambitions.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 16EU vows to maintain Russia sanctions after US pivotEuropean leaders close ranks around Volodymyr Zelenskyy following Donald Trump’s fuel deal with MoscowFinancial Times
POLITICSOct 16EU member states struggle to reach an agreement to lower energy pricesEuropean leaders meeting in Brussels on October 15 and 16 remain divided over how to tackle soaring energy prices, as the European Union, still purchasing Russian gas, finds itself weakened by a new deal between Trump and Putin over diesel supplies.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 16Zelensky rallies European allies as Trump ties slumpUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking to rally European allies at a Brussels summit on Friday after saying Kyiv would no longer abide by US President Donald Trump's demands not to strike Russian oil refineries. Relations between Kyiv and Washington have soured since last week, when Trump eased sanctions on Russia in exchange for Moscow releasing large amounts of diesel onto global markets.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 16Chaos in recent hours in left-wing pacts: breakdown in the Valencian Community and criticism unleashed in PodemosColau interpela a Rufián a "rectificar" y "animar" a Podemos a un pacto tras contribuir a la "división" de la izquierda LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSOct 16EU leaders face budget divisions, discuss Ukraine at Brussels summitEuropean Union leaders gathered in Brussels on Thursday for a two-day summit to discuss the bloc’s next long-term budget, continued support for Ukraine and measures to strengthen Europe’s economic competitiveness amid rising energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty. They voiced strong opposition to a new proposal for the bloc’s long-term budget, raising serious doubt about whether the key spending package will be agreed by the end of year. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating reports from Brussels.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 16Marine Le Pen ready to 'debate' Zelenskyy after vow to end French aid to UkraineVolodymyr Zelenskyy accused the National Rally's presidential candidate of ignoring key details of military cooperation between Paris and Kyiv.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 16Belgian police search homes of Congolese President Tshisekedi's relativesLa police belge a perquisitionné mercredi les domiciles de plusieurs proches et associés du président de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC), Félix Tshisekedi, dans le cadre d'une enquête pour blanchiment d'argent présumé lié aux revenus du secteur minier, selon deux avocats qui ont déposé la plainte.BBC Afrique
POLITICSOct 16Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] Atiku, Obi, Duke, Makinde no match for Tinubu, APC declaresIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) declaring that Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Peter Obi, Mr. Donald Duke and Engr Seyi Makinde are no match for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] Atiku, Obi, Duke, Makinde no match for Tinubu, APC declares appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 16Zelensky to discuss energy, air defense and financial support in BrusselsPresident of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that key topics of his talks in Brussels today, where the European Council meeting is taking place, will include support for Ukraine’s energy sector and air defense, as well as EU financial assistance for this and next year.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 16France to witness a 'crossroads of anger' as mass protests expected on SaturdayPRESS REVIEW – Friday, October 16: French papers look ahead to Saturday's call for mass protests, which will bring together a number of social movements. Next, climate change has devastating consequences on communities in Afghanistan. Also, Libération publishes a special edition written in the style of Georges Perec. Finally, this year's animal of the year has been named.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 16Zelensky rallies EU support as Trump says Ukraine leader 'more difficult to deal with than Putin'EU leaders rally around Ukraine's president after new criticism from Donald Trump, who says Zelensky is "more difficult to work with than Putin".BBC World
POLITICSOct 16Norway wealth fund urged to ease nuclear arms ban after Gaza investment rowThe review called for Norway's sovereign wealth fund to lift ethical risk limitations on its investments.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 16Latest political news, live | Ayuso announces the closure of Sol metro station due to “unsanitary conditions”La negociación naufraga tras 10 días de conversaciones al expirar esta medianoche el plazo del registroEl País
POLITICSOct 16Trump calls renewed Ukraine attacks on Russian refineries ‘a disgrace’US President Donald Trump called Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries a "disgrace," in an interview published Thursday The post Trump calls renewed Ukraine attacks on Russian refineries ‘a disgrace’ appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 16Rufián apologizes for not achieving a united left-wing candidacy: "I have failed""Quedan unas horas pero es muy probable que no pase", asume el candidato de ERC al Congreso sobre la hipótesis de conformar una lista única LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSOct 16Italy to bring Schengen suspension in line with SpainSolution is in sight, countries' interior ministers set to have discussionsANSA [en]
POLITICSOct 16John Healey Budget 2026 TUC calls for more tax on bank profitsThe TUC has called for increased taxation on bank profits in the context of John Healey's Budget 2026. This indicates ongoing political debate about economic policy and corporate taxation.hillingdontimes.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSOct 16Le Pen Looms Large as Macron Enters Final Months on EU StageMarine Le Pen's influence is growing as President Macron nears the end of his term on the European Union stage. This indicates potential shifts in European political leadership and policy.kyivpost.com · Ukraine
POLITICSOct 16John Healey Budget 2026 TUC calls for more tax on bank profitsThe TUC is advocating for increased taxation on bank profits as part of the 2026 budget discussions, referencing John Healey. This represents a policy proposal concerning national economic strategy.witneygazette.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSOct 16Ukrainian ambassador meets Shoebridge over military aid commentsThe Ukrainian ambassador held a meeting with Shoebridge regarding comments made about military aid. This indicates diplomatic discussions related to international support for Ukraine.abc.net.au · Australia
POLITICSOct 16President Zelensky arrives at European Council meetingPresident of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at a European Council meeting taking place in Brussels.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 16Spain and Italy will coordinate the end of Schengen controls for CeutaSánchez y Meloni pactan la reapertura del espacio fronterizo aunque Roma prolonga otros siete días los controles a los viajeros procedentes del territorio españolEl País
POLITICSOct 16Russians can't sip margaritas in the EU while Putin bombs Ukraine, says EPP MEPEPP MEP Dirk Gotink believes the European Union should stop issuing the “full range of visas” to Russian citizens while Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine.EuroNews [en]