KYIV — Mykhailo Fedorov, credited with bringing a technology overhaul to Ukraine’s military but also clashing with top generals, is out as the country’s defense minister in a government reshuffle launched by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The government resigned earlier this week, and Zelenskyy will not submit Fedorov’s name as the next defense minister, an…
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More world leaders arrive in Doha to honour Qatar’s former emir
European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran’s foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan’s king and Palestinian president also paid their respects.
Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Po river choked by algae bloom as Italy battles heat and navigability woes
Italy is stepping up efforts to clear thick algae from the River Po in Turin after weeks of high temperatures accelerated its spread along the country’s longest river.
Ukraine: Six dead as Russia targets Sumy and Odesa
Emergency crews battled fires and searched damaged buildings across Ukraine on Tuesday 15 July after Russian strikes on the cities of Sumy and Odesa killed six people and injured at least 20 others, according to regional authorities.
Italy: melting ice statues protest heatwave conditions in Rome
Greenpeace Italy and the CGIL union melted ice statues outside Rome’s Colosseum on 15 July 2026. The protest highlighted the impact of heatwaves on outdoor workers and called for a fossil fuel phase-out.
Why Is Everyone Splashing Around the Fountain?
A Sunny Day of Laughter at the Fountain Some days are perfect for shopping, while others are best spent relaxing at home. But on a warm sunny afternoon, one group of friends discovered that the perfect place to cool off was a giant public fountain. Ready for a Fun Adventure Dressed in comfortable casual outfits,…
Defund the Olympics over Russian re-entry, say 9 EU countries
Sports ministers from nine countries are urging EU Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef to cut EU funding to the International Olympic Committee over its decision last week to lift the ban on the Russian Olympic Committee. The IOC imposed broad restrictions on Russian athletes after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. But in recent months,…
Latest news bulletin | July 14th, 2026 – Evening
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World leaders gather in Doha to honour Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar’s emir from 1995 until 2013.