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European allies are refusing to support a U.S. push to create a joint Strait of Hormuz patrol until they see an enduring ceasefire in the Iran war — the latest sign that Washington’s repeated bashing of its closest friends has carried consequences. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is urging the U.K. and France to help lead the naval…

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 28th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Since returning to power early last year, Trump has halted direct US arms deliveries to Kyiv in favour of a programme allowing European countries to buy weapons for Ukraine.

Biden was 74 when the interviews began and 81 when Hur released his report in early 2024, as he sought re-election.

Rescue teams evacuate villagers by boat in Sheikhupura, Pakistan, after monsoon floods submerged homes and left communities without basic supplies.

After the announcement, Zidane greeted a large gathering of fans outside the federation headquarters and they cheered loudly when he arrived.

Romania presented Russia’s ambassador to Bucharest with fragments of drones shot down in Romanian airspace over the weekend, after summoning him to a meeting as part of a strong diplomatic pushback against the incursions. Between Friday and Sunday Romania shot down three suspected Russian drones that violated its airspace. “The Romanian side highlighted that the…

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 27th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Firefighters battle wildfires in central Spain as burned homes, cars and scorched landscapes reveal the devastation across Ávila province.

Abelardo de la Espriella says he will cut diplomatic ties with Havana and Managua and close 15 consulates and 14 embassies to reduce costs and bolster security. The president-elect will be sworn in on 7 August in Cali.