161 naval mines destroyed in the Black Sea since the start of the full-scale war
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, 161 naval mines have been neutralized in the exclusive economic zones of six Black Sea countries. Updated figures have been posted on the website of Romania’s Ministry of National Defence. The munitions were either drifting at sea or washed ashore. According…
French high school protests spread to more than 1,200 lycées
High school students in France are continuing protests over the state of school buildings, overcrowded classrooms and a shortage of teachers. The actions have spread to more than 1,200 lycées, and some parents and teachers have joined them. The movement began in the poorer suburbs of Paris and within a…
UN has recorded a sharp rise in civilian casualties from the war in Ukraine
In the first eight months of 2026, the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights verified 15,280 civilians killed and injured in Ukraine. That is 55% more than in the same period of 2025, and an average of more than 400 people a week. UN High Commissioner for…
Europe prepares to build its own orbital station
The European Space Agency (ESA) is studying the possibility of building its own orbital station in low Earth orbit. The project is being considered as one option for Europe’s presence in space after the International Space Station ends operations. On 29 September 2026, the agency said it had awarded contracts…
Nearly half of Britons support rejoining the EU
Debate in Britain over the country’s future relationship with the European Union has intensified again after a new Messina Group poll. According to the survey, 49% of respondents would support the country rejoining the EU, while 28.5% were opposed. The poll was conducted by The Messina Group (TMG) from 12…