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22 hours ago · Europe, second smallest of the world’s continents, composed of the westward-projecting peninsulas of Eurasia (the great landmass that it shares with Asia). It occupies nearly one-fifteenth of the world’s total land area. The long processes of history marked it off as the home of a distinctive civilization.
1 day ago · There are 50 sovereign states with territory located within the common definition of Europe and/or membership in international European organisations that are almost universally recognized internationally. All are either member states of the United Nations or non-member observer states at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), [13] and all ...
2 days ago · European Union (EU), international organization comprising 27 European countries and governing common economic, social, and security policies. The EU was created by the Maastricht Treaty, which entered into force on November 1, 1993.
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2 days ago · Stripes of red and white have been a collective emblem of Austria for over 800 years, and they were first used on the flag in 1191. According to long-established legend, the red and white flag was designed to resemble the bloodstained white coat worn by the Duke of Austria during a fierce battle. 1918–1920. 1991–.
2 days ago · List of sovereign states. Flags of the United Nations member and non-member GA observer states in front of the Palace of Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. The following is a list providing an overview of sovereign states around the world with information on their status and recognition of their sovereignty . The 205 listed states can be divided ...
3 days ago · Three European Countries Formally Recognize Palestinian Statehood. The moves are a rebuke to Israel, who is the face of mounting international anger over the country’s military offensive in Gaza.
4 days ago · The Baltic states: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Baltic states, northeastern region of Europe containing the countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, on the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea.
