Europe is a continent and is different to the European Union.
Switzerland’s non-membership of the EU means it is viewed as more neutral than countries like Austria, Ireland or Sweden.
(Thursday, 3 July 2025) – Europe is reeling after the death of Liverpool and Portugal player Diogo Jota, who died, alongside his footballer brother, in a car crash in Spain. The Portuguese FA has asked UEFA for a minute’s silence across all games as the Women’s Euros begins and Portugal face Spain today.
Europe is still sweltering under record-breaking temperatures sweeping the continent, with several countries considering a work-from-home order. The heatwave is the biggest story for the region, with reports of deaths and rising illnesses.
It’s been announced that the European Commissioner is set to face a no-confidence vote next week, and the EU are pushing back on Hungary, which has vetoed Ukraine joining the bloc.
The week has seen protests across the region as well as Pride events taking place.
Turkish police detained 54 individuals, including six lawyers and at least three journalists, as they attempted to join a banned Istanbul Pride march in central districts.
Intense wildfires near İzmir’s Gaziemir district have forced the closure of Adnan Menderes Airport, cancelling and diverting multiple flights.
Denmark’s parliament has approved expanding compulsory military service to include women for the first time. From summer 2025, all Danish citizens turning 18 will enter a gender-neutral draft lottery, replacing previous voluntary enlistment for women.
Cannes will implement a ban on cruise ships carrying more than 1,000 passengers, starting next year, to tackle overtourism.
From festivals to Pride, there are a handful of big events taking place this week across the European continent. With Europe in the middle of a heatwave, if you head out to a festival this week, make sure you keep yourself safe – sunscreen, hats, shades and plenty of water!
Tens of thousands attended the Budapest Pride march, with estimates ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 participants, despite a police ban imposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government.
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Lauren Sanchez shares picture with Jeff Bezos as they tie the knot in star-studded ceremony in Venice.
Among the celebrities who were pictured on the wedding day were Ivanka Trump with her husband Jared Kushner, Italian supermodel Vittoria Ceretti, Kendall and Kylie Jenner and Khloe and Kim Kardashian.
Athletic Club has raised concerns with LaLiga regarding Barcelona’s compliance with financial fair play rules amid their pursuit of Nico Williams, who has a €58 million release clause.
Greek firefighters on Thursday battled a fast-moving wildfire that burned holiday homes and forest land near the coastal town of Palaia Fokaia, 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of Athens.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez criticises EU members for not suspending a trade deal with Israel despite a recent review citing major human rights violations in Gaza.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding celebrations have commenced in Venice, attracting around 200-250 high-profile guests, including the Kardashians and Oprah Winfrey.
The European Commission has introduced its landmark EU Space Act, which proposes a unified regulatory framework for the entire bloc, applicable to both EU and non-EU space operators.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called on Hungarian authorities to reverse the ban on Saturday’s Budapest Pride.
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A civil court in Nantes has ruled the French government partially liable for the 2016 death of jogger Jean-Rene Auffray, attributing 60% of the responsibility to state negligence related to agricultural pollution.
Lyon has been relegated to Ligue 2 due to €175 million in debt and a lack of a clear financial recovery plan, as confirmed by the French Professional League (LFP).
A 19-year-old man was arrested in Málaga for making online death threats against Álvaro Morata and his family after his penalty miss in the UEFA Nations League final.
The EU is set to revisit its €68 billion Association Agreement with Israel after its External Action Service found indications that Israel breached core human rights obligations, particularly through Gaza-related measures, including humanitarian blockades, strikes on hospitals, and forced displacement.
Jude Bellingham’s competitive spirit and versatility make him a fan favourite, but his instinctive playstyle poses challenges for manager Xabi Alonso’s tactical vision.
In Brussels, the European Union and Canada sealed their first-ever security and defence partnership with a non‑American nation.
Greenpeace and anti-tourism activists protested Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding, highlighting billionaire tax inequalities and environmental concerns with banners in St Mark’s Square.
The EU has been focused on NATO’s defence spending, with members agreeing to up spending to 5% of GDP (except Spain). European leaders are preparing to deal with Donald Trump again at the NATO summit, after several EU members called for retaliatory tariffs on the USA.
The war in the Middle East and Russia’s continued invasion of Ukraine have also made up a lot of this week’s European headlines. Kyiv has suffered another heavy bombing, and there have been reports that the EU is considering suspending its partnership with Israel over its genocide in Gaza.
The EU and Canada have strengthened their ties with a new partnership and talks of digital trade and deeper cooperation on AI. The EU-Canada summit comes just before NATO.