European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday pledged billions of euros in aid for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the massive flooding that has so far claimed 24 lives in the region.

A massive flood wave moving across Central Europe is threatening new areas and raising concerns among residents and officials.

A massive flood wave moving across Central Europe has heightened concerns among residents and leaders, causing fatalities and severe infrastructure damage. Heavy rains have led to significant evacuations,