Europe

EAM Jaishankar congratulates Netherlands FM Tom Berendsen

In an X post, he said, "Best wishes to Tom Berendsen on being sworn in as the Foreign Minister of the Netherlands. Look forward to working together."

2026-02-24T06:15:01.896091+00:00 IST

PM Modi congratulates Rob Jetten on becoming Netherlands PM

Jetten was sworn in as the Netherlands' youngest-ever prime minister on February 23, heading a newly formed minority coalition government.

2026-02-24T04:06:42.628647+00:00 IST

Slovakia halts emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine

Slovakia has halted emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine amid an escalating dispute over the suspension of Russian oil deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline, Prime Minister Robert Fico announced on Monday.

2026-02-23T22:37:29.025180+00:00 IST

France moves to bar US Ambassador's govt aceess

France has moved to block access for United States Ambassador Charles Kushner after he failed to appear for a formal summons issued by the French Foreign Ministry over comments made by members of the Donald Trump administration regarding the killing of a far-right activist in Lyon, France 24 reported.

2026-02-23T21:06:50.865229+00:00 IST

Former UK envoy to US Mandelson arrested amid Epstein probe

Former British ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson was arrested by the British Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following developments linked to his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

2026-02-23T20:08:20.805512+00:00 IST

Maritime Labour Convention at 20: ILO, IMO reaffirm commitment

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) marked the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), a landmark treaty that has reshaped working and living conditions for seafarers worldwide and strengthened fair competition in global shipping.

2026-02-23T17:43:49.372813+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy says Putin has “already started” World War III

With nearly four years passed since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday stated that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin "has already started" World War III following Moscow's invasion, stressing that Kyiv is acting as a frontline to prevent the conflict from escalating globally.

2026-02-23T07:52:34.105191+00:00 IST

“A deal is a deal”: EU demands US to honour its trade commitments

The European Union has demanded that Washington honour its trade commitment and provide "full clarity" after the US President announced 15 per cent global tariffs following the Supreme Court's ruling to invalidate his previous tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

2026-02-22T23:07:31.784715+00:00 IST

HCI London marks 10 State Foundation Days, Language Day

The High Commission of India in London celebrated the Foundation Days of ten Indian states along with International Mother Language Day at India House. The event highlighted India's cultural and linguistic diversity, with diaspora members showcasing traditions, attire, and folk arts.

2026-02-22T09:24:27.060874+00:00 IST

Ukraine strikes Russia's key missile plant in Udmurt

Ukrainian forces carried out a strike on a key industrial facility in Russia's Udmurt region, DW reported, citing the Ukrainian General Staff.

2026-02-21T21:35:03.342140+00:00 IST

“It’s a shame”: Trump on ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest

US Donald Trump said that the former English Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest in connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein is a "shame" and "bad for the royal family."

2026-02-19T22:06:54.939765+00:00 IST

Sunak, Lammy highlight India ties, AI at British HC

David Lammy, Deputy Prime Minister of the UK, highlighted his Indian heritage, mentioning his great-grandmother was from Calcutta, as he praised his friendship with former UK PM Rishi Sunak.

2026-02-19T19:34:36.278322+00:00 IST

“Law must take its course”: King Charles III on arrest of Andrew

UK's King Charles III on Thursday issued a solemn statement after the arrest of his younger brother and former Prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, saying "the law must take its course" and affirming full support for the legal process as the UK police investigate alleged misconduct in public office amid investigations on Andrew's connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

2026-02-19T14:42:00.917499+00:00 IST

'Outcomes of Geneva meetings not sufficient': Ukrainian President

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday (local time) said that the outcomes of the trilateral talks with the United States and Russia in Geneva were not "sufficient."

2026-02-18T22:44:34.626313+00:00 IST

'Principles established at India AI Impact Summit provide good guidance for global AI': Swiss Presid

Swiss President Guy Parmelin, in an interview with ANI, strongly backed India's AI Impact Summit vision of People, Progress, Planet. He highlighted shared goals for inclusive, sustainable AI, deeper India-Switzerland collaboration in research, governance, startups, and global norms, while building on the India-EFTA TEPA economic ties.

2026-02-18T06:49:29.078422+00:00 IST

Ukraine claims "massive strike" by Russia amid Geneva talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday (local time) claimed Russia launched a massive strike with 29 missiles and about 400 drones before the Geneva trilateral talks began.

2026-02-18T00:58:43.751469+00:00 IST

Pakistan accused of failing justice as Sindhi activist

Marking two years since the killing of Sindhi activist Hidayatullah Lohar, members of the Sindhi diaspora gathered in London to honour his memory and renew demands for accountability, sharply criticising Pakistan's handling of the case.

2026-02-17T08:52:22.533472+00:00 IST

BRICS becoming global umbrella: Russian FM Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov described BRICS as an expanding global platform reflecting shifts in economic and political power. He highlighted its GDP strength, broader reach across regions, and cooperation initiatives such as the Northern Sea Route and the International North-South Transport Corridor, calling it evidence of demand for alternative partnerships.

2026-02-17T07:41:50.676446+00:00 IST

Estonian President Alar Karis arrives for India AI Impact Summit

Karis was received at the airport by the Union MoS for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, along with senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs.

2026-02-17T02:41:44.480024+00:00 IST

EU to send Commissioner Suica to Trump's Board of Peace meeting

A European Commission spokesperson said Suica will participate only in the segment of the meeting dedicated to Gaza, stressing that her attendance reflects the EU's "long-standing commitment to supporting the ceasefire" and international efforts aimed at reconstruction and post-war recovery in the territory.

2026-02-16T14:09:47.946949+00:00 IST

Ukrainian officials head to Geneva for another round of talks

Ukrainian officials on Monday left for Geneva, Switzerland, where another round of negotiations is set to take place with Russia aimed at ending the war, which is set to complete its fourth year this month following Moscow's invasion in February 2022.

2026-02-16T13:02:29.106839+00:00 IST