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Bulgaria searches for missing crew after drones hit two ships in Black Sea

Bulgaria launches search operation after Togo-flagged Alfa Watan sinks at scene of attack.

French students looking for protests 'to become a major movement'

Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched in cities across France on Tuesday in support of protests by school pupils demanding more education funding, increasing pressure on the government of outgoing President Emmanuel Macron. With teachers and trade unions joining the march, the students are seeking to turn the protests into a "major social movement" to increase pressure on the government, says...

EU-China trade tensions: Five things to know as Brussels and Beijing face crunch talks

The next ten days will be critical for EU-China relations. EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will travel to Beijing later this week for high-level talks aimed at rebalancing the trade relationship and securing “tangible” results ahead of next week’s meeting of EU leaders.

‘Not the act of a friend’: Israel’s deadline to close UK consulate nears

Former British consul Sir Vincent Fean says Israel is acting unlawfully in the wake of a new wave of sanctions.

Brussels eyes agricultural carve-outs from Ukraine's EU membership

The European Commission proposed excluding Ukraine's agricultural products from the EU market and agricultural funding even when Kyiv joins the EU, in a move to smooth the country's accession process and address concerns from several member states.

AfD candidate elected speaker of German regional parliament for first time

Although Tobias Rausch's role is largely symbolic, opponents have described the result as a watershed moment.

What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?

Iran adopts a new arrangement to tackle economic challenges amid the US-imposed economic war and naval blockades.

150 years, 6 generations and 650 protected acres: The story of a Colorado ranch

Hutchinson Ranch, the oldest family-owned ranch in Colorado’s Upper Arkansas Valley, spans 700 acres along Highway 50. The Hutchinson family has maintained ownership for six generations, successfully implementing conservation agreements protecting 650 acres. These agreements prevent the land from being subdivided for development while allowing the family to continue ranching. Notable historic reco...

In Gaza, we cannot even begin to recover from trauma

The genocide has killed many and left the rest broken. For us, survivors, recovery is not on the horizon.

Reform MP raises concerns about second homes – then buys one for £800,000

Sarah Pochin bought Anglesey property two days after writing to minister about impact of second home ownership on rural communitiesA Reform UK MP bought an £800,000 second home on a picturesque Welsh island two days after raising concerns in parliament about the impact of second homes on rural communities.Sarah Pochin completed the purchase of a Grade-II listed property on the southern coast of An...

‘No more Viktor Orbán’: EU plans 15-year probation period for new member states

Enlargement commissioner Marta Kos outlines proposed safeguards to protect EU from undemocratic leadersThe European Commission wants to ensure there is no repeat Viktor Orbán among the next generation of EU member states, as it set out plans to prepare for the bloc’s enlargement into eastern Europe in the next few years.In an interview with the Guardian and other European newspapers, the EU commis...

‘No more Viktor Orbán: EU plans 15-year probation period for new member states

Enlargement commissioner Marta Kos outlines proposed safeguards to protect EU from undemocratic leadersThe European Commission wants to ensure there is no repeat Viktor Orbán among the next generation of EU member states, as it set out plans to prepare for the bloc’s enlargement into eastern Europe in the next few years.In an interview with the Guardian and other European newspapers, the EU commis...

Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline pumping 5.8 million bpd

Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin ⁠Salman says capacity restored after major attack last month.

Russia denies plague death but quarantines hundreds without explanation

Rospotrebnadzor said Darya Shipilova, 28, died of "pneumonia of unknown aetiology" with no links to her work at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute, but imposed quarantine on her contacts, confined 60 colleagues inside the facility and restricted access to hospitals including a maternity ward.

French high schools closed in biggest day of student protests in decades

Nationwide protests across France continued for a third week as demonstrators rallied against poor school conditions.

500 arrested as French police clashes with protesters on third day of national action by high school students

Eyewitnesses say police deployed tear gas to quell unrest and disperse crowds in major cities including the capital, Paris, Marseille and Lyon. Officials figures reflected a nationwide participation exceeding a quarter million students in the protests that have rocked Macron's government.

French riot police use tear gas on third day of national student protests

Riot police across France have clashed with hundreds of thousands of demonstrators as student protests spread on third day. Tear gas was used in Paris and Marseille and hundreds arrested.

Third day of national action by secondary school pupils and students in France

The protesters, joined by parents and trade unions, are condemning the lack of resources in the national education system.

Pak, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye agree to deploy forces in Gulf country amid Houthi attacks

Pakistan and Turkiye have agreed to provide military support to Saudi Arabia following regional security threats from Houthi rebels. Representatives from the three countries held an emergency meeting to reinforce their Mecca defense agreement. This agreement establishes collective defense provisions that aim for a rapid military deployment if any country is attacked. Additionally, the committee ap...

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Ukraine preparing for Russian aerial attack, launches nearly 900 drones

Russian air defences intercepted nearly 900 Ukrainian drones overnight over multiple regions of the country, according to Moscow's defence ministry.

Lithuania takes further step towards lifting nuclear weapons ban

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Lithuania’s move, alongside broader plans to expand US and NATO military infrastructure in the region, risked further escalating tensions.

France protests: What we know as schools face nationwide action

Now in their third week, the protests have grown.

France protests: What we know as schools brace for nationwide action

Now in their third week, the protests have grown.

🔴 Live: French PM denies 'police repression', suspends classes as clashes erupt at student protests