Year: 2026

EU SANCTIONS UPDATE

The European Union has adopted new sanctions against Russia this morning.
This action underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions in Europe.

Protests in New Delhi escalated as opposition leader Rahul Gandhi led demonstrations demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Joining him were student groups seeking to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration, as security forces intensified crackdowns amid rising tensions over electoral integrity.

Protesters gathered in Saskatoon and Regina, voicing concerns that a law enacted three years ago has contributed to unsafe environments for youth. Attendees highlighted perceived negative impacts stemming from the legislation during the demonstrations.

A federal judge has ordered President Trump to cease airing television ads funded by taxpayer money, ruling they constitute an illegal misuse of funds. The temporary restraining order, effective immediately, was issued following a legal challenge led by advocacy group Common Cause, citing violations of federal statutes against using public funds for propaganda.

Two teenagers are in critical condition following a knife attack in Dagenham, during which an alleged ambush featuring zombie knives was streamed live on TikTok. Police reported a 19-year-old victim was found at 6.30pm, shortly followed by a 17-year-old with serious injuries. Two arrests have been made.

Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery to remove a localised nodule in his lung, with the procedure scheduled for this week at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.

An air ambulance, carrying six individuals, crashed while en route from Bermuda to Boston. Thomas (Tommy) Henry Farquhar was serving as the first officer at the time of the incident. Further details regarding the circumstances of the crash have not yet been disclosed.

Senate Republican Whip John Barrasso expressed optimism about gaining seats in upcoming elections, citing challenges posed by Democrat nominees. He highlighted concerns over a Democrat candidate’s inability to identify Iran as a significant threat, while also addressing rising fuel prices and the complexities of energy policy amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

A plane travelling from New Delhi to Chennai made an emergency landing in Hyderabad after a passenger’s power bank caught fire at 35,000 feet.

French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann has secured 66.17% in the primary for the French social-democratic camp, decisively defeating Olivier Faure and Ségolène Royal. Turnout reached 86%, despite delays caused by a cyberattack. Glucksmann aims to unite the left for future presidential elections.