European Union (EU)

EU To Widen Iran Sanctions, Including Drones, Missiles After Attack On Israel

The catalyst for Iran’s offensive was an April 1st attack on its embassy in Damascus, which it attributed to Israel. In retaliation, Tel Aviv initiated a broader military campaign in Gaza following a lethal strike by Hamas on Israeli soil.

Apr 18, 2024, 07:04 AM IST

Like India, Why Are Farmers Protesting In Europe? A Breakdown Of Main Issues

The European Union has witnessed waves of protests by farmers who are unhappy with their situation for months. Farmers have taken to the streets, blocked roads and even surrounded the capital of France with tractors. Here's why?

Feb 22, 2024, 16:02 PM IST

EU members urge council to cut air links with Belarus after Ryanair flight diversion incident

The European Union member in a special summit strongly condemned the Belarus flight incident which endangered aviation safety and called on the International Civil Aviation Organization to urgently investigate "this unprecedented and unacceptable incident."

May 25, 2021, 16:09 PM IST

Brexit done: UK leaves EU as Boris Johnson hails new dawn

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson hailed the historic moment as the dawn of a new era for the UK in his address to the nation just before Brexit.

Feb 01, 2020, 06:11 AM IST

UK lawmakers back EU exit deal, turning page on Brexit crisis

They voted 330 to 231 in favour of the European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Bill, which implements an exit deal agreed with the EU last year.

Jan 09, 2020, 23:18 PM IST

World Bank's Malpass says Brexit deal would reduce some growth uncertainty

World Bank President David Malpass said on Thursday that clarity over Britain`s exit from the European Union would strengthen the outlook for global growth, aiding both rich nations and the developing world.

Oct 17, 2019, 20:03 PM IST

Brexit hangs in the balance as EU doubts a deal this week

A deal to smooth Britain`s departure from the European Union hung in the balance on Monday after diplomats indicated the bloc wanted more concessions from Prime Minister Boris Johnson and said a full agreement was unlikely this week.

Oct 14, 2019, 18:14 PM IST

EU, Britain to hold intense negotiations on Brexit deal as departure date nears

The European Union and Britain agreed on Friday to hold intense talks over the next few days in a bid to secure a deal over Britain`s departure from the bloc, but arrangements over British-Irish border controls remain at issue, the EU said.

Oct 11, 2019, 20:19 PM IST

UK Opposition's election manifesto leaked

A draft of UK main opposition Labour Party`s general election manifesto has been leaked which includes plans to nationalise parts of the energy industry and scrap tuition fees, the media reported on Thursday.

May 11, 2017, 10:39 AM IST

Rights of Europeans in UK to be investigated

In June`s referendum, 51.9 per cent of the British public voted in favor of the UK leaving the EU, while 48 per cent voted to remain part of the 28-country regional bloc.

Aug 16, 2016, 15:31 PM IST

British PM Theresa May rules out post-Brexit Irish border control

"I'm clear that the Northern Ireland Executive and the other devolved governments will be involved in our discussions as we set forward the UK position."

Jul 25, 2016, 18:37 PM IST