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Short breaks and family holidays drive Europe summer travel demand

Published on 25/06/2026 – 13:14 GMT+2 Despite uncertainty due to jet fuel prices, border systems and the impact of conflicts, travel across Europe is showing no signs of slowing down, with holidaymakers increasingly opting for short breaks, family-focused escapes and cooler-weather destinations. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT New data from Trip.com has revealed…

Ukraine gets €3.2 billion from EU support loan, von der Leyen says

Ukraine has received €3.2 billion as the first disbursement under the European Union’s €90 billion support loan, Ursula von der Leyen has announced. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The €3.2 billion will help cover Kyiv’s budgetary gaps and guarantee financial stability. A second disbursement dedicated to drone production and worth about €6 billion…

Eleven EU countries urge methane rules pause amid energy security woes

Eleven EU countries led by the Czech Republic and Slovakia are urging the European Commission to delay key provisions of the EU’s methane rules by at least three years, arguing that immediate enforcement could threaten Europe’s energy security at a time of geopolitical instability, according to a document seen by…