Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 23rd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Replacement B-52 test engine deliveries expected in 2027
The new F130 engines aim to keep the Cold War-era bomber flying through the 2050s.
Lovejoy episode helps antiques dealer identify stolen Napoleon III artefacts
Repeat of BBC series gave clue to Paul Gostelow about 19th-century altar cards taken from crypt in HampshireTwo priceless artefacts stolen more than a decade ago from the crypt of Napoleon III in England have been recovered after an antiques dealer rea…
Mexico’s gangs ‘cut out and eat victims’ hearts’ and launch flame thrower attacks
Mexico is facing fresh gang violence after a drug kingpin’s death.
Colombia’s ELN rebels declare a unilateral ceasefire ahead of key congressional elections
Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire ahead of next month’s high-stakes congressional elections, which have already been marred by acts of violence against candidates in rural areas.
Trump administration to stop collecting tariffs this week after Supreme Court bans his global levy
The president described the Friday decision as ‘deeply disappointing’ and said he was ‘absolutely ashamed’ of the Republican appointees who’d failed to back his prized policy
EU fails to pass new sanctions targeting Russia after objection from Hungary
European diplomats had been scrambling to finalise new sanctions on Russia and a massive new loan for Kyiv ahead of the fourth anniversary of the war.
Mom of three who vanished 24 years ago after going Christmas shopping found ‘alive and well,’ police say
Michelle Hundley Smith disappeared on December 9, 2001
Ukrainian drones hit facility for Druzhba oil pipeline in Russia, Kyiv says
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Israel bans 5 Palestinian media organisations from occupied East Jerusalem
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has issued an order banning the work of five Palestinian local media organisations.