Europe

France 24

December 19, 2025

Ukraine Gets €90B EU Loan to Boost Drone Production Against Russia

European Union approves massive €90 billion loan package for Ukraine over two years, enabling significant investment in drone manufacturing capabilities as war with Russia continues.

#Ukraine #European Union #defense spending

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The New York Times

December 19, 2025

EU Commits $105B to Ukraine via Alternative Financing Route

The European Union approves a massive $105 billion loan package for Ukraine after abandoning plans to directly use frozen Russian assets as collateral.

#Ukraine #European Union #Russia sanctions

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Deutsche Welle

December 19, 2025

Climate Change Threatens Europe's Christmas Traditions and Culture

Rising temperatures across Europe are eliminating traditional white Christmases, forcing communities to adapt centuries-old holiday customs as snow becomes increasingly rare.

#climate change #Europe #cultural adaptation

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Al Jazeera

December 19, 2025

Trump Proposes Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth

The Trump administration announces new rules targeting transgender healthcare for minors, sparking debate over medical research and civil rights policy.

#Trump #transgender #healthcare

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The Guardian

December 19, 2025

South Africa Demands Russia Return Deceived Citizens from Ukraine War

South Africa enters diplomatic talks with Russia to repatriate 17 citizens allegedly tricked into combat by Jacob Zuma's daughter through false recruitment promises.

#South Africa #Russia #Ukraine War

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The New York Times

December 19, 2025

Rome's Archaeological Subway Stops Transform Urban Infrastructure

Rome's new subway stations blend modern transit with ancient history, displaying archaeological artifacts discovered during construction in underground museums.

#Italy #urban-development #cultural-heritage

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Deutsche Welle

December 18, 2025

Germany Approves Massive Military Spending Amid European Defense Buildup

German parliament's budget committee greenlit billions in military expenditure for Bundeswehr modernization as European nations strengthen defense capabilities against Russian threats.

#German defense #military spending #European security

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The New York Times

December 18, 2025

EU Leaders Clash Over $300B Russian Assets Deal for Ukraine

European Council faces pivotal decision on unlocking frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense. The contentious proposal tests EU unity and resolve in supporting Kyiv's war effort.

#European Union #Ukraine War #Russian Sanctions

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Al Jazeera

December 18, 2025

Ukraine Drone Strike Kills 3 in Russia as EU Weighs War Funding

Ukrainian drones killed three civilians in Russia's Rostov region as President Zelenskyy urges EU leaders to unlock frozen Russian assets for war funding.

#Ukraine #Russia #European Union

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Deutsche Welle

December 18, 2025

Zelenskyy to Attend EU Summit as Hungary Opposes Russian Assets Use

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will attend Brussels EU summit in person while Hungarian PM Orban warns against using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine aid.

#Ukraine #European Union #Zelenskyy

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The New York Times

December 18, 2025

Mark Carney's Spelling Controversy Sparks Canadian Identity Debate

Former Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney faces criticism as British spellings appear in government documents, igniting debate over Canadian linguistic identity.

#Canada #Mark Carney #national identity

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The Guardian

December 18, 2025

Greece's Marine Protected Areas Shield Endangered Monk Seals From Tourism

Greece implements strict marine protected areas to safeguard critically endangered Mediterranean monk seals from tourist disruption, highlighting the tension between conservation and economic interests.

#Greece #Mediterranean #marine conservation

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