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President Trump has left the White House bound for Alaska, where he is due to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at a military base in Anchorage. The meeting is billed as a push toward ending the war in Ukraine. Broadcasters are carrying the trip live, and commentary is focused on what concessions, if any, Trump might press Putin to make and how Ukraine and European allies will react to any deal discussed without Kyiv at the table.

The European has published a piece arguing that brutal drug-related crime in Germany is increasing rapidly following the legalisation of cannabis. The claim is being shared with hashtags referencing Friedrich Merz, Markus Söder and Lars Klingbeil, suggesting politicians' positions on drug policy are drawing attention. Critics and supporters of Germany's cannabis law are likely to use the report in the ongoing debate over whether legalisation has made the country safer or more dangerous.

Liverpool face Austrian side LASK in their opening UEFA Champions League group-stage fixture. Liverpool announced a 23-man travelling squad for the European trip, with Japanese midfielder Wataru Endo notably left off the list, drawing attention among fans in Japan ahead of the away match in Linz.

Amsterdam police have confiscated a server belonging to Autistici/Inventati, an Italian left-wing internet service provider, acting on a request from the United States. The case raises questions about cross-border law enforcement reaching into European hosting infrastructure, and it is drawing attention from privacy advocates and the technical community, who worry about the implications for activist and independent online services hosted in Europe.

A reported agreement between the EU and China on hybrid vehicles is being described in sharply different ways, with some accounts framing it as a win for European carmakers and others warning it could mean production cuts. Conflicting readouts have left unclear what Europe actually secured, with Germany's automotive industry a central focus of the debate.

Spanish forward Ferran Torres is among the most searched names across multiple countries, topping queries in the Netherlands and ranking high in the UK, US, France, Italy, India and Brazil. The Barcelona winger's surge in interest comes amid a busy stretch of European football news, with attention also focused on Champions League results, including Paris Saint-Germain's emphatic win over Manchester City that left Pep Guardiola stunned.

Porto coach Francesco Farioli defended his selection decisions after the squad arrived in Seville for the meeting with Real Betis, saying the two players left out of the travelling group did not make the trip for a stroll. He also gave his analysis of Betis ahead of the European fixture, with Portuguese sports press covering his remarks closely.

Arsenal's match against French side LOSC Lille is drawing search interest in Spain, alongside renewed attention on Olivier Giroud's time in England. Le Figaro has revisited Giroud's Arsenal career, with the striker saying England changed his life and left a lasting mark on the club. Fans are discussing his legacy ahead of the European fixture.

Aston Villa and Fenerbahçe are meeting in a match drawing attention across several European countries. Fenerbahçe confirmed that Marco Asensio was left out of the matchday squad after suffering a knee injury. Turkish outlet NTV reported the squad change, and fans in Spain, the Netherlands, Italy and Mexico are following the fixture and the club's update on the Spanish midfielder.

Britain and the European Union have agreed to hold their annual leaders' summit in Brussels on 20 November, with the aim of advancing a wider 'reset' of post-Brexit relations. The date was confirmed in a statement to the House of Commons on Monday. The two sides are expected to use the meeting to discuss closer cooperation on trade, security and other areas left strained since Brexit.

Paris Saint-Germain beat Manchester City 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium in a dramatic Champions League encounter, overturning the match in a chaotic second half that left Pep Guardiola watching on frustrated from the touchline. The defeat deepens questions over City's European form this season, while PSG's fightback is being celebrated as a statement result for the French side.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called on the European Union to use frozen Russian assets to finance Kyiv's defense. He argued that doing so would counter claims from the far right and far left that Europe alone is footing the bill for the war, as debates continue in Brussels over the legal and political feasibility of tapping the immobilized funds.

Brexit remains a flashpoint in British and European politics years after the UK formally left the European Union. Debate continues over its economic impact, trade arrangements under the UK-EU agreements, and calls in some quarters to reconsider the country's relationship with Brussels. Supporters defend sovereignty gains, while critics point to costs for trade, travel and the labour market.

Turkey's economy minister has told AFP that Ankara should not be left out of the EU's 'Made in Europe' initiative, pressing for Turkey to be treated as part of European industrial and supply-chain efforts. The appeal underlines Ankara's close trade and customs union ties with the bloc and its desire for a role in European rearmament and manufacturing plans.

Apple unveiled HomeView today and opened pre-orders, but the new product will not launch in the European Union for the time being. Coverage is focused on the reasons behind the EU's exclusion, with reports suggesting regulatory hurdles are the likely cause, and no timeline has been given for a European release.

An analysis argues that Europe has been sidelined from the diplomatic process over Iran's nuclear programme. It examines how European powers, once central to negotiations with Tehran, now have limited influence as the United States, Israel and Iran shape developments directly. The piece explores the diplomatic missteps and shifting geopolitics that left the E3 on the margins.

Union and left-wing groups in Spain are calling for a general strike on November 11, with the mobilisation spreading across Spanish-language media and social networks. The protest action is drawing attention in Italy too, where the Italian phrase for general strike is trending as commentators compare the Spanish call with labour unrest closer to home.

Apple is expanding iPhone Mirroring, the iOS 18 feature that lets users control an iPhone directly from a Mac, with useful new functions arriving in iOS 27 and macOS 27. However, European users are once again left out: for regulatory reasons, the feature remains unavailable in the EU, continuing a pattern of Apple withholding certain capabilities from the region.

The Athletic has published the fourth part of its 'Manchester City charges' series, with writer Chris Weatherspoon examining the club's wage spending. It details how City dramatically outspent their domestic peers on salaries between 2009 and 2018, arguing the astronomical wage bills left the rest of Europe behind and underpinned their rise to dominance in English and European football.

Commentator Douglas Murray has published an essay arguing that Europe's security would be left dangerously exposed if the United States withdraws its military and political commitment to the continent. Writing in The Free Press, he warns that European nations have underinvested in their own defence and would struggle to deter Russia without American backing. The piece feeds into a wider debate over NATO's future and Europe's reliance on US protection.

A European official has said a 'widening gap' between Turkey and the European Union is hindering the country's long-stalled accession bid. The remark underscores persistent tensions over rule of law, human rights and foreign policy differences that have left membership negotiations effectively frozen for years, with little sign of progress in either Ankara or Brussels toward reviving the process.

Formula 1's centre of gravity is moving away from Europe, with more races scheduled in the Middle East, Asia and the United States. The Financial Times asks whether Britain can retain what remains of its historic stake in the sport, from Silverstone's grand prix to the UK-based teams and engineering expertise that long anchored the championship.

David Puig has left LIV Golf, while Bryson DeChambeau is reportedly considering playing events in Europe, according to Reuters. The moves point to shifting commitments among LIV players, with DeChambeau potentially pursuing playing opportunities on the European circuit alongside his LIV schedule. Golf followers are watching how these changes reshape the roster and players' paths between rival tours.