Mircea Barbu
BBC News in Bucharest
Getty ImagesFormer Romanian President Ion Iliescu, who presided over the country’s chaotic transition from communism to democracy, has died aged 95.
Iliescu had been diagnosed with lung…
Category: 4. World
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Firefighters say free-falling fish started a brush fire in Canada – NBC Bay Area
An osprey caught a fish but got tired in the heat and dropped it onto power lines, sparking a brush fire in western Canada — at least that’s what firefighters believe. Or maybe the bird is an aspiring chef.
“Another…
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Sudan accuses UAE of funding Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside RSF in civil war
CAIRO (AP) — Sudan has accused the United Arab Emirates of sending Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces against the military in the country’s civil war.
The…
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Latest news bulletin | August 5th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 5th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Pope: May the Hiroshima anniversary serve as a call to pursue peace
In a message on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, Pope Leo XIV urges the international community to renew its commitment to pursue lasting peace for our whole human family.
By Vatican News
“Nuclear arms…
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Philippines condemns China rocket launch after debris falls near Palawan
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A top Philippine security official on Tuesday condemned China’s latest rocket launch, which caused suspected debris to fall near a western Philippine province. Authorities…
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Crowds gather around aid trucks in Gaza as food shortages persist
Large crowds gathered around aid trucks entering Gaza through the Morag corridor on Monday, as food shortages continue to affect the population across the enclave.
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Flamingos return to Lake Van during seasonal migration
Flamingos have returned to Lake Van in eastern Türkiye as part of their seasonal migration, captivating visitors and nature photographers.
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