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Italian foreign minister urges Israel to release Gaza-bound flotilla activists

Rome says foreign minister pressed Israeli counterpart to free activists, including Italian lawmaker and journalist, as soon as possible20 May 2026

France highlights military readiness, overseas deployments amid rising tensions

‘To be respected, you must be feared. And to be feared, you must be trained and properly equipped,’ says defense minister20 May 2026

Despite tensions in region, 'steady increase' in British visitors to Türkiye continues, says UK envoy

When her term began in 2023 there were 3.8 million British visitors annually and now there are almost 4 1/2 million, says Ambassador Jill Morris20 May 2026

Poland voices 'great concern' over Israeli attack on Gaza-bound flotilla

Respect for international law, including the international law of the sea and international humanitarian law, is the duty of all states, says Foreign Ministry20 May 2026

EU Council, European Parliament reach deal on US trade pact

Donald Trump and Ursula von der Leyen struck deal in Scotland last July20 May 2026

EU reaches provisional deal to implement tariff elements of US trade agreement

Council Presidency, European Parliament reach provisional agreement on two regulations20 May 2026

Pentagon cuts US brigade presence in Europe, delays Poland deployment

Decision is a result of 'comprehensive, multilayered process' focused on US force posture in Europe, says spokesman20 May 2026

Spain’s government backs actor Javier Bardem, other performing artists supporting Palestine

'Government rejects any form of censorship or attacks against our national artists who freely express their opinions,' says culture minister19 May 2026

Turkish president tells EU Commission chief that regional tensions highlight strategic importance of Türkiye-EU ties

Recep Tayyip Erdogan discusses ceasefire efforts, regional stability, Türkiye-EU ties, and need for increased pressure on Israel in call with EU Commission chief19 May 2026

Potential challenger to UK premier confirmed as Labour candidate in by-election

Greater Manchester mayor set for Makerfield race; potential return to Parliament could pave way for Labour leadership challenge19 May 2026

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