Breaking News: Europe

European Central Bank hints at June rate cut as it trims inflation forecast

The European Central Bank on Thursday lowered its annual inflation forecast, as its confirmed a widely expected hold of interest…

Russian iron ore plant, border regions attacked; Kyiv tries to quash rumors over declined White House invite

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. Ukraine has moved to quash speculation behind First…

Ukraine war updates: Russia threatens to expel reporters, accuses ambassadors of meddling; Ukraine sinks Black Sea Fleet ship

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. Russia’s Foreign Ministry has accused Western ambassadors of…

Russia ramps up the rhetoric over Moldova, saying West wants to control it; Kremlin slams German military leak

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. See here for the latest updates. A war…

Inflation remains sticky in Europe, with core prices cooling less than expected

Inflation in the 20-nation euro zone eased to 2.6% in February, flash figures showed on Friday, but both the headline…

Russian opposition figurehead Navalny buried in Moscow after church service as crowds shout support

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine.   The funeral of Russian opposition leader Alexei…

‘I bow deeply to you,’ Putin tells Russian troops; Ukraine says it has shot down more warplanes

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine.   Russian President Vladimir Putin has delivered his…

Russia is preparing a new summer offensive against Ukraine, Zelenskyy says; China slams sanctions threat

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. Russia is preparing a new offensive against Ukraine…

Hungary votes to approve Sweden’s NATO membership

Hungary on Monday voted to approve Sweden’s NATO accession bid, ending months of diplomatic negotiations and finalizing Stockholm’s membership almost…

Ukraine war updates: Russia claims to have inflicted massive losses on Ukraine as defense ministry hails gains in east

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. See below for updates.  French President Emmanuel Macron…