Europe

Ireland’s regulator found that Google secretly collected and stored users’ geolocation data for a long time. The company was given six months to make changes.

Naftogaz and ORLEN agreed on three LNG cargoes in the first quarter of 2027 and the supply of petroleum products worth $500 million. They also discussed new routes.

European intelligence agencies are warning of possible provocations, acts of sabotage, or a limited Russian incursion into NATO countries. The Baltic states do not see an imminent attack.

The Foreign Minister said that Russian Houses are used for disinformation, destabilization, and espionage. Ukraine has appealed to governments around the world.

More than 650 cases of West Nile virus have been registered in Italy—about half of the European total. Warming temperatures are lengthening the transmission season.

Brent fell to $104, while WTI fell to $101. 20 per barrel. Saudi Arabia is resuming exports, but risks in the Strait of Hormuz remain.

Andrej Babiš called Russia the aggressor and urged negotiations. The Czech Republic supports Ukraine and advocates a European missile defense system.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that he would not give up support for Ukraine. He considers this necessary for Europe’s freedom.

The President discussed defense projects and financing for Ukraine with the President of the European Commission. The leaders agreed to meet in New York.

Zelenskyy thanked Finnish President Alexander Stubb for his support. The leaders discussed the aid package and the diplomatic situation.

A drone strike halted Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline to the Red Sea. Oil prices exceeded $100 per barrel.

The President emphasized that the strongest companies in Europe are already involved in the Freyja program.

In France, nearly 8,000 excess deaths have been recorded since June amid heatwaves. Most of those who died were over 75 years old.

The US Department of Justice has charged five members of a network linked to Russian intelligence services. They are accused of financing terrorism and contract killings.

Brent rose to $108. 75 after disruptions at the Saudi hub of Yanbu. Repairs to the pipeline could take up to 8 weeks.

Poland is strengthening its border infrastructure due to the threat from Russia. Observation posts will be built in Dorohusk, Medyka, and Korczowa.

NATO allies are considering a response to sabotage, cyberattacks, and strikes by the Russian Federation. There is currently no consensus on invoking Article 5.

51 migrants were rescued off Crete after a boat from Libya sank. One person died, and 20 others are still missing.

Finland has joined France’s initiative to expand nuclear deterrence through cooperation with European partners. It has already been supported by Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

Christine Lagarde said that Europe needs its own AI technologies and computing capacity for autonomy and economic efficiency. According to her, the shortage of data centers could increase sixfold.

Kaja Kallas said that Russia is restoring military bases and conducting missile drills in the Arctic. She also identified China’s activities and Russia’s shadow fleet as threats.

The foreign ministers of Ukraine and Estonia discussed the front, diplomacy, air defense, and defense cooperation. Estonia reaffirmed its support for Ukraine and its accession to the EU.

According to Iryna Terekh, European companies should use this time to strengthen their defense capabilities.

Putin stated that the deployment of European troops to Ukraine would mean war with Russia. He also accused Europe of pushing toward conflict.

G20 energy talks involving a representative of Russia will be held in Houston. The meeting will take place amid fuel shortages and rising prices.

Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev said that Lithuania would disappear in the event of a conflict. At the same time, he denied the threat of Russia attacking Europe.

Peru will join the U. S.-led "Shield of the Americas" coalition against drug cartels. Washington will support Lima in its fight against criminal networks.

The Freyja anti-ballistic system will have an open architecture and at least two versions of each critical subsystem.

The digital euro will help the ECB retain control over the currency and payment infrastructure. It may be approved on January 1, 2027.

The global temperature in August was 1. 65 °C above the pre-industrial level. Copernicus links the record to warming and El Niño.