Europe

Ukraine imposes sanctions on nearly 700 vessels used by Russia

"Today, Ukraine's sanctions against nearly 700 additional maritime vessels used by the Russians to finance the war have come into effect," Zelenskyy said. "This is a significant part of Russia's fleet that transports oil and other energy resources and generates funds to prolong the war."

2025-12-13T17:57:23.689631+00:00 IST

Russia targets Ukraine’s energy sector; launches over 450 drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said emergency and utility services are working continuously to restore electricity and water supplies after Russia launched more than 450 drones and 30 missiles overnight across several regions of the country, with the main strikes again targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

2025-12-13T14:47:56.219107+00:00 IST

Venezuela's oil exports shrivel as US seizes tanker off its coast

Oil tanker movements into and out of Venezuelan waters have almost come to a standstill, Al Jazeera's sources stated, after the US announced that it would seize more vessels as part of its military pressure on Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro.

2025-12-13T13:40:50.551179+00:00 IST

Nobel Committee condemns arrest of Narges Mohammadi

"The Norwegian Nobel Committee is deeply concerned by today's brutal arrest of Narges Mohammadi alongside a number of other activists. Ms. Mohammadi - the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate - is a staunch defender of human rights, freedom of expression and democratic participation in Iran," the statement read.

2025-12-13T13:34:00.044199+00:00 IST

French govt to vaccinate 1mn cattle against lumpy skin disease

The announcement comes after several outbreaks of the highly contagious disease prompted authorities to order the culling of entire herds, sparking demonstrations by farmers who consider the measure excessive.

2025-12-13T12:31:34.439155+00:00 IST

King Charles marks cancer recovery milestone in televised message

Britain's King Charles III stated that his cancer treatment has gone well and will be reduced in the new year. In a video message, he stressed the importance of early diagnosis and screening, thanked healthcare workers, and said he has resumed public duties while continuing recovery.

2025-12-13T11:38:22.987438+00:00 IST

EU: Renewables in electricity generation up 4% in Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, 49.3% of net electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources, an increase of 3.8% compared with the 47.5% registered in the same quarter of 2024, according to figures by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.

2025-12-13T09:24:25.210450+00:00 IST

Renewable water availability per person plunges 7% in decade: FAO

Renewable water availability per person has continued to decline by a further 7% over the past decade, while pressure on already scarce freshwater resources is increasing in several regions, according to the 2025 AQUASTAT Water Data Snapshot released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).

2025-12-13T08:57:59.982177+00:00 IST

Nobel Committee condemns Mohammadi’s “brutal arrest”

The Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday (local time) strongly condemned the "brutal arrest" of Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and prominent Iranian human rights activist, calling on Iranian authorities to clarify her whereabouts, ensure her safety, and release her immediately.

2025-12-12T22:38:00.415283+00:00 IST

"Thank you to each and every warrior," says Zelenskyy

The visit to the frontline comes as Ukraine's National Guard said its troops had carried out a successful counterattack north of Kupiansk.

2025-12-12T14:19:20.927631+00:00 IST

Ukraine claims drone strike in Caspian Sea

Kyiv Post reported that European leaders have been mounting an emergency diplomatic counteroffensive to keep US President Donald Trump from locking Ukraine into what they fear would be a rushed, Russia-tilted peace deal.

2025-12-12T04:15:43.606168+00:00 IST

India, Greece hold 1st Maritime Security Dialogu

The India-Greece Maritime Security Dialogue was held for the first time in the Greek capital of Athens, where both nations held comprehensive discussions on strengthening cooperation across key maritime domains.

2025-12-11T20:13:51.966313+00:00 IST

“We are working for peace, not a truce": Kremlin spokesperson

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday emphasised that Russia is focused on achieving a sustainable, long-term peace rather than a temporary truce.

2025-12-10T14:31:13.707544+00:00 IST

Bharat Parv celebrates creative partnership between India-UK

The Indian High Commission in UK hosted 'Bharat Parv', which celebrated the creative partnership between the two countries.

2025-12-10T03:55:50.051498+00:00 IST

Russia says new US strategy signals major policy shift

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the new US National Security Strategy shows a major shift, including questioning NATO expansion and avoiding calls to pressure Moscow. She also raised concerns over US plans for "energy dominance," missile defence, and increased military focus in Asia and the Western Hemisphere.

2025-12-08T23:37:31.181378+00:00 IST

UK: Cops probe pepper spray 'assault' at Heathrow Airport

Officers were called at 8.11am to a multi-storey car park at Terminal 3 following reports of multiple people being assaulted, said the Metropolitan Police.

2025-12-07T11:18:36.872826+00:00 IST

Drone strike severely damages Chernobyl shield, IAEA warns

A drone strike in February severely damaged Chernobyl's protective New Safe Confinement shield, causing it to lose key safety functions. The IAEA urged major repairs, though core structures remain intact. The arch was built to contain radiation decades after the 1986 disaster and cost about 2.1 billion in European currency.

2025-12-06T20:37:59.398401+00:00 IST

UK imposes sanctions to disrupt funding for Pro-Khalistan group

The UK announced an asset freeze and director disqualification against Gurpreet Singh Rehal who is suspected of belonging to organisations involved in terrorism in India.

2025-12-06T06:30:10.949842+00:00 IST

UK universities clamp down on Pak applicants amid visa fraud

At least nine universities have suspended recruitment from what officials describe as "high-risk" countries following an alarming increase in asylum claims from international students.

2025-12-05T13:58:10.157442+00:00 IST

‘Visit by President Putin marks crucial juncture'

The visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to India can be a milestone in terms of new initiatives and measures, along with the two countries exploring collaboration in areas like IT and AI to correct trade imbalances and realise untapped spheres between Moscow and New Delhi, according to Yaroslav Lissovolik, founder Brics+ Analytics & Member of Russian International Affairs Council.

2025-12-05T06:49:33.949794+00:00 IST

Ukraine, US to continue talks after Russia deadlock

Ukrainian representatives led by Secretary of Ukraine's National Security, Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Andrii Hnatov, are set to continue their talks with the US negotiation team, led by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, on Friday, after nearly five hours of talks with Moscow led to "no compromise" from the Russian side on the Ukraine peace plans.

2025-12-05T04:36:53.126316+00:00 IST