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Now drone sightings in Munich. What is Europe’s plan to counter this new threat?

Over a dozen flights were grounded at Munich airport on Thursday, with around 3,000 passengers affected after drones were spotted. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have also been spotted in several other countries, like Denmark, France, Norway, and Poland, among others, over the past month. What is Europe doing to counter them?

'We are closely monitoring...': Putin vows 'significant' response to 'Europe's militarisation'

"We are closely monitoring the rising militarisation of Europe. Retaliatory measures by Russia will not take long. The response to such threats will be very significant," said Putin

Cold War over, this is already a fiery conflict with the West, says Russia

Moscow rejects Cold War comparisons, calling the current standoff with the West an active conflict amid rising tensions over Ukraine, Nato, and alleged sabotage claims

In Czech Republic, EU-skeptic ex-PM Babis eyes comeback in parliamentary polls

In Czech Republic's parliamentary elections on October 3-4, EU-skeptic billionaire former Prime Minister Andrej Babis is eyeing a comeback. He is riding on a populist and Euroskeptic platform and channeling people's concerns about the economy.

'There's no free money': Belgium warns of risks in using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

Belgian PM Bart De Wever called on EU leaders to provide written assurances that they would share the risks of using frozen Russian assets to fund loans for Ukraine — a pressing concern for Belgium, which holds the largest share of those assets

'Can't let extremists take over the world': European activists warn Bangladesh, Pakistan

Erik Selle, leader of the Christian Conservative Party in Norway, expressed concern over the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh, such as Hindus and Christians, and drew attention to the suffering of women in Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan

At Copenhagen meet, EU leaders back creation of ‘drone wall’ to counter Russia threats

The summit also marked the first formal debate among the EU’s 27 member states on a contentious proposal to use frozen Russian assets in Europe to finance a substantial aid package for Ukraine

€140 billion for Ukraine: What using frozen Russian funds could mean for Europe and Moscow

European leaders are considering using 140 billion euros of frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine amid waning US support. The plan raises complex legal, political and financial questions with far-reaching implications for Europe and Moscow. Read here

FirstUp: Trump's pharma tariffs come into effect, EU leaders meet in Denmark... Big news today

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on foreign pharmaceutical products will kick in today. Meanwhile, EU leaders gather in Copenhagen to discuss key defence initiatives. In India, the RBI is set to announce its interest rate decision, and PM Modi will take part in the RSS centenary celebrations

‘Not another Belarus’: In Europe vs Russia fight, Moldova President Sandu’s party wins national election

As pro-European President Maia Sandu has beaten pro-Russia forces in election, Moldova has maintained its European tilt amid concerns on the continent that it could become Russian 'satellite state'. But economic woes and Europe-Russia tension mean her challenges are far from over.