Britain voted to leave the European Union in a referendum in June 2016 – a result that sent shockwaves across the globe. In March 2017, the UK launched the EU exit process, setting a historic and uncharted course to become the first country to withdraw from the bloc by 2019. What will Brexit mean for Britain, the EU and above all Europeans?
Brexit
Britain’s divorce from the EU
Theresa May back in the breach as Brexit battles resume
The British government faces another nerve-rattling test this week as its flagship Brexit legislation is picked over once again by a restive parliament.
May to rally Conservative lawmakers ahead of key Brexit vote
Many lawmakers from Labour, the biggest opposition party, are expected to support the government on most amendments.
EU laments lack of progress in Brexit talks
Brexit talks have reached into space, with the European Union and Britain fighting over the rights that London will have to the multi-billion Galileo satellite navigation system and its security-sensitive information.
Britain backs French plan for European defence force: minister
Britain is backing a French plan to create a European military intervention force as a way to maintain strong defence ties with the EU after Brexit, a minister tells AFP
Britain hopes to keep stars aligned with EU’s space projects
Dressed in a white protective suit, British astronaut Tim Peake listens attentively as technicians explain details of their new satellite -- a European project in Brexit Britain.
Spain’s navy wants big role in post-Brexit European defence
With naval power Britain at the EU's exit door, Spain has gone on the offensive to be the next major player defending European shores.