Daniel De Simone, Chris Bell, Tom Beal and Nikolai Atefie
BBC News Investigations
FacebookTwo women who were part of a Russian spy network run from the UK are named for the first time today by a BBC investigation.
Bulgarian nationals Cvetelina…
Category: 3. Europe
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Two women who spied for Russia tracked down and named by BBC
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‘Amateur hour’: Washington aghast at Trump administration’s war plan group chat
Members of Congress and national security staffers were stunned Monday by a bombshell report that top Trump administration officials — including the vice president and Defense secretary — discussed war plans in a Signal group chat.
“Only one word for this: FUBAR,” Rep. Pat Ryan…
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Hungarian opposition leader MEP Péter Magyar claims new law targets him
A new draft law presented on Friday in Budapest would allow Hungary’s National Electoral Office to revoke the mandates of members of the European Parliament if they fail to comply with financial transparency rules.
A draft law presented on Friday evening by MPs from…
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Allemagne : pourquoi les négociations de coalition se tendent
BERLIN — Pour Friedrich Merz, le plus dur commence maintenant.
Le futur chancelier conservateur a entamé les négociations de coalition avec les sociaux-démocrates en leur donnant exactement ce que les partis de centre gauche ont toujours voulu : conclure un accord historique pour…
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Russia accused of ‘hollow’ peace talks after Sumy strike wounds dozens
Russia must stop its attacks instead of “making hollow statements about peace”, Ukraine’s foreign minister has said, after a Russian missile strike injured dozens of people in the city of Sumy.
“Any diplomacy with Moscow must be backed by firepower, sanctions and pressure,” Andrii Sybiha said.
The…
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Tracey Emin's Sex and Solitude: An unmissable exhibition of love, loss and healing in Florence
Running until 20 July 2025, the mesmerising show spans more than 60 of Emin’s works, from neon confessions to visceral paintings and haunting bronzes.
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Does France have what it takes to lead Europe’s defence initiatives?
As the EU faces increasing security challenges, questions have arisen over whether France has the military capability to lead a joint defence initiative.
French President Emmanuel Macron has positioned France at the heart of European rearmament initiatives, following…
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Want to live better in old age? Scientists advise following these eating habits
A new large-scale study tracked people’s dietary habits and health outcomes from midlife to about age 70. This is what they found out.
Eating a diet that is mostly plant-based – and that skips red meat and ultra-processed foods – is tied to better physical and…
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DR Congo rebel leader says sanctions, US minerals deal won't stop fighting in the east
Peace talks collapsed after the group withdrew over EU sanctions, with rebel leader Corneille Nangaa rejecting talks without rebels.
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Watch: Syrian troupe sings, spins and lifts spirits in Ramadan
This Ramadan, the ‘Arada’ troupe warms hearts and spreads smiles with traditional chants, drum beats, sword displays, and whirling performances around Damascus’ old city neighbourhoods.
Led by Muhannad Al-Halabi, the troupe is dedicated to preserving the Levantine…
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