Series of blasts kill at least 18 in Nigeria
A series of suspected suicide bombings killed at least 18 and injured several others in northeastern Borno state, Nigerian emergency services said.
Orban announces new far-right European alliance
Hungarian, Czech and Austrian parties have created the Patriots for Europe grouping, which aims to secure more influence for right-leaning and far-right parties in the new European Parliament.
German weapons exports on course to hit new record
Russia’s war in Ukraine and increased sales to Saudi Arabia helped German arms exports to reach €7.48 billion in the first half of the year.
Estonian PM successor picked as Kallas heads to Brussels
With Kaja Kallas expected to get a top job with the EU, Kristen Michal looks set to replace her as prime minister. Estonia has been a major supporter of Ukraine in its defensive war against Russia.
Pride Parade banned in Istanbul
A Pride march has been banned in the Turkish metropolis of Istanbul. The LGBTQ+ community is often the butt of hostility in the country.