Europe

"Wait for the facts...": UK Foreign Secy Cleverly

UK's Foreign Secretary James Cleverly further said that getting the wrong information would put even more lives at risk.

2023-10-18T11:49:52.337449+00:00 IST

"We will work closely to prevent escalation...": UK PM

"I spoke to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman earlier on the situation in Israel and Gaza. We both recognise the devastating consequences of wider conflict in the Middle East. We will work closely to prevent escalation, including destabilisation fuelled through Iranian proxies," posted Sunak.

2023-10-17T16:21:44.668601+00:00 IST

UNIDO, Carpathian Convention strengthen cooperation

The declaration, concluded on the sidelines of the Seventh Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Carpathian Convention held in Belgrade recently, marks an important milestone for cooperation aiming to spearhead new joint initiatives for the sustainable industrial development of the Carpathian region.

2023-10-17T09:51:33.791704+00:00 IST

EU air bridge op to deliver aid to organisations in Gaza

The first two flights carrying humanitarian cargo from UNICEF, including shelter items, medicines and hygiene kits will deliver lifesaving supplies this week.

2023-10-17T05:26:38.748810+00:00 IST

Putin speaks to Netanyahu about Gaza conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the Israel-Hamas war and briefed him on his talks with several leaders from the region and the Palestinian authority.

2023-10-17T01:04:02.829913+00:00 IST

EU Chief sends "deepest condolences" to Swedish PM

Taking to social media platform X, Ursula von der Leyen called the attack cowardly and wrote, "I want to express my deepest condolences to @SwedishPM Kristersson and the Swedish people who have lost two of their compatriots tonight."

2023-10-17T00:30:36.827611+00:00 IST

Attacks in Israel shocked world, says UK PM Rishi Sunak

Expressing his solidarity with the nation, United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said that the attacks in Israel last weekend shocked the world, as the elderly, men, women, children, and babies in arms were murdered, mutilated and burned alive.

2023-10-16T23:09:58.232137+00:00 IST

EURO 2024 qualifier abandoned after Brussels shooting incident

An announcement in this regard was made by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) after the shooting incident in which two Swedes were shot dead.

2023-10-16T22:30:54.435089+00:00 IST

Two killed in shooting in Brussels

Two persons were killed in a shooting incident in Central Brussels on Monday evening, reported CNN citing Belgian public broadcaster VRT.

2023-10-16T20:43:59.862867+00:00 IST

"UK will always stand with allies against terror": Rishi Sunak

"The UK will always stand with our allies against terror. Following the Hamas terrorist attacks on innocent victims in Israel, I have deployed our world class military to bolster regional stability, prevent further escalation and aid humanitarian efforts," Sunak wrote on 'X' on Saturday.

2023-10-14T17:41:31.429079+00:00 IST

Louvre Museum in Paris closes for security reasons

"Dear visitors, For security reasons, the #Louvre museum is closing its doors today, Saturday, October 14. People who have booked for a same-day visit will be refunded. We thank you for your understanding," as per the museum's post on X.

2023-10-14T13:04:04.307796+00:00 IST

WHO pleads for immediate reversal of Gaza evacuation order

The WHO has "joined the wider United Nations in appealing to Israel to immediately rescind orders for the evacuation of over 1 million people living north of Wadi Gaza," it said in an official statement.

2023-10-14T02:03:58.994598+00:00 IST

“France has been hit by barbarity of Islamist terrorism”: Macron

Reacting over the fatal stab attack at a high school in Arras, French President Emmanuel Macron said that the country has been hit by the "barbarity of Islamist terrorism", The New York Times reported on Saturday.

2023-10-13T18:01:17.253957+00:00 IST

France: Teacher killed in Arras school stabbing, probe launched

A school teacher was killed and two students were left injured after a stabbing incident in northern France, The Washington Post reported on Friday.

2023-10-13T14:53:17.110240+00:00 IST

Tibetan families launch solidarity campaign against China

A group of exiled Tibetan families, have launched a solidarity campaign in Switzerland in support of those Tibetans who are undergoing political repression, cultural assimilation and environmental destruction under the Chinese Government.

2023-10-12T15:01:59.955715+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Russian President Putin may hold summit this year: India

Indian Ambassador to Moscow Pawan Kapoor said a summit between the leaders of Russia and India may take place before the year ends.

2023-10-12T07:55:42.295528+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh holds meeting with French Armed Forces minister

Sharing on his social media 'X', formerly known as Twitter, he said, "Had an excellent meeting with the French Minister for the Armed Forces, Mr Sebastien Lecornu in Paris. India-France strategic partnership has deepened over years and is more relevant today than ever."

2023-10-12T06:16:28.679860+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh meets CEOs of top French defence companies in Paris

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday met with the CEOs of the top French defence companies with a focus on their plans for collaboration with India in France, Paris.

2023-10-11T15:37:00.648986+00:00 IST

Putin blames US for violence in Middle East

The US "never took into account the core interests of the Palestinian people," Putin claimed.

2023-10-11T01:08:41.814404+00:00 IST

Activists in Geneva condemn terrorism by BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami

They held a demonstration and banner campaign during the 54th session of the UN Human Rights Council.

2023-10-10T20:20:56.496500+00:00 IST

“India at decisive turning point, can shape new world order'

India is at a decisive turning point and has the strength to shape the new world order, former Deputy National Security Advisor, Pankaj Saran said on Monday.

2023-10-10T16:32:21.818392+00:00 IST