The Latest Breaking News from Europe

France's president confirmed the construction of a 78,000-tonne nuclear carrier capable of carrying 30 jets, with delivery projected for 2038. The PA-NG will cost €10bn and be Europe's largest warship, backed by 800 firms.

The European Union is poised to drop its much-debated sales ban on new cars with combustion engines. Vehicles with conventional drivetrains will still be allowed beyond 2035, provided the new regulation is approved. However, Hyundai isn’t backing down from its electric offensive on the continent. In January, it will introduce…

Mary-Ann Stephenson also says it would be a ‘mistake’ to leave European Convention on Human Rights

Cyprus outlined priorities for the EU presidency starting 1 January 2026, focusing on autonomy, security, defence, migration, and support for Ukraine.

Letters: Guardian readers celebrate the European exchange programme and the fact that Britain will be rejoining it in 2027

Putin’s top foreign policy aid says proposals could prolong conflict as talks with US negotiators are held in Miami

Health secretary’s comments push further than government’s position on EU in wide-ranging interview

Echoing the dismantling of USAID, other countries are changing funding priorities and health and hunger programmes in Africa will lose out

The French presidency has welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin's readiness to speak with Emmanuel Macron, after the French leader said Europe should reach out to Russia again over ending the war in Ukraine.