Category: 3. Europe
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Hamas says there's been 'no progress' on second ceasefire phase in indirect talks with Israel
The U.N. food agency, the World Food Program, said in a post on social media on Saturday that it reached 1 million Palestinians across Gaza during the deal’s first phase. “The ceasefire must hold,” it said. “There can be no going back.” Continue Reading
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Zelenskyy says Trump support ‘crucial’ after bruising Oval Office clash – POLITICO
He stressed that a cease-fire alone would be insufficient, warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin has violated truce agreements “25 times” in the past decade. “It’s crucial for us to have President Trump’s support,” the Ukrainian leader said. “He wants to end the war, but no… Continue Reading
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Ukrainians back Zelensky after disastrous White House encounter
James Waterhouse BBC News, Kyiv EPA Whether or not President Volodymyr Zelensky was ambushed or should have been more diplomatic in the Oval Office, it was a disastrous visit for Ukraine. For those watching in Kyiv, the future of their country hung in the balance. “It was an emotional conversation,… Continue Reading
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European leaders rally behind Zelensky after Trump clash
European leaders have rallied behind Volodymyr Zelensky after Donald Trump’s furious exchange with the Ukrainian president in the White House. The leaders of Germany, France, Spain, Poland and the Netherlands were among those who posted social media messages backing Ukraine – with Zelensky… Continue Reading
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Le Pen says Trump-Zelenskyy clash exposes Europe’s weakness – POLITICO
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen slammed the tense exchange between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a “slap in the face” for Europe, warning that the continent’s security remains at the mercy of Washington. Speaking at… Continue Reading
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Kurdish militant group PKK declares cease-fire with Turkey after 40 years of conflict – POLITICO
The group added that “none of our forces will take armed action unless attacked,” but it stopped short of declaring its disbandment, stating that such a decision could only be taken under his direct guidance and within a broader political process. Öcalan’s call comes… Continue Reading
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Vladimir Putin can afford to sit back and watch events unfold
Friday’s drama in the Oval Office sparked a swift reaction from many world leaders. But not from Vladimir Putin. There’s been no comment so far from the Kremlin leader. Then again, he doesn’t really need to say anything. President Putin can afford to sit back and watch events unfold. Donald Trump… Continue Reading
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Quiet night for Pope. Vatican: ‘He is resting’
The Pope spent his 15th night at the Gemelli polyclinic. On Friday his condition worsened after an isolated bout of bronchospasm Continue Reading
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Brussels eyes tougher deportation rules with ‘harsh consequences’ for noncompliance – POLITICO
The move comes as migration remains a top political priority for the EU executive under European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, with Brussels under pressure from EU countries to improve enforcement coordination and tighten asylum rules. Von der Leyen has made stricter migration… Continue Reading
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Czechia's €1m dam built for free by beavers: Here's where else they're doing good work
Beavers are working wonders across Europe. Is the UK finally realising their potential? Continue Reading