Germany puts regional branch of nationalist AfD under surveillance
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency has put a regional branch of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) under surveillance, denting the nationalist party’s efforts to establish itself as a credible opposition force.
Turkey eyes Libya bases for lasting military foothold: source
Turkey and Libya’s internationally recognised government are discussing possible Turkish use of two military bases in the North African country, a Turkish source said on Monday, with a view to a lasting Turkish presence in the south Mediterranean.
Paris restaurants reopen fully, still wary about post-lockdown
Paris restaurants reopened indoor dining halls on Monday as the government relaxed one of the last major coronavirus constraints, but with virtually no tourists and many French people still working from home, the mood was cautious.
Britain, EU agree new momentum needed for Brexit deal by year-end
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Union leaders agreed on Monday that talks on the future UK-EU relationship should be stepped up to clinch a deal before time runs out at the end of the year.
Germans off to sunny Spain as Europe loosens border lockdown
European nations eased border controls on Monday as coronavirus cases declined after three months of lockdown, with German tourists heading for Mallorca and French bargain-hunters streaming into Belgium to buy cheap cigarettes.
Spain’s first two tourist flights from Germany touch down in Mallorca
Spain’s first two tourist flights landed in Palma de Mallorca after setting off from Germany on Monday, Spanish airport operator Aena said.
Nepal to deport foreign tourists for joining coronavirus protest
Nepal will deport five foreign tourists and ban them from entering the Himalayan nation for two years after they joined protests against the government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak, officials said on Monday.
What do new U.S. sanctions mean for Syria?
The toughest U.S. sanctions yet on Syria take effect this week, increasing the pressure on President Bashar al-Assad as he grapples with a deepening economic crisis after a decade of war.
Exclusive: U.S. senators ask Pentagon if $1 billion in Afghan aid was cut
Two Democratic senators on Monday asked U.S. Defense Secretary Mike Esper what happened to $1 billion in aid for Afghanistan the Trump administration said it would cut nearly three months ago, according to a letter reviewed by Reuters.
Grounded jets boost France’s historic Chateauroux airport
More than half a century since the U.S. military left Chateauroux’s vast air base, the coronavirus travel slump has provided a surge of business for the French regional airport.
