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Armed, masked escorts are guiding migrants from Belarus into Latvia, prompting the Latvian Border Guard to request enhanced powers to protect national security. The proposal is supported by the interior minister, reflecting a heightened response to border security challenges.
The EU is considering expanding its automated exchange of police data to trusted third countries, including EU candidates. The Netherlands advocates for an exit clause in agreements to safeguard against political changes, while Slovakia stresses prioritising cooperation on returns and readmissions with these countries.
British media reports indicate that a member of the royal family has challenged the legality of criminal proceedings for the first time since the trial of Charles I in 1649. This unprecedented development marks a significant moment in the history of the monarchy and the legal system.
A jury in Malta has acquitted businessman Yorgen Fenech of all charges in the 2017 car bomb killing of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The verdict, delivered in Valletta, concludes the prosecution of individuals linked to a case that highlighted Malta’s culture of impunity and raised significant concerns about political corruption.
Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham viewed the Bayeux Tapestry, symbolising Franco-British relations, during Macron’s visit to the UK. The tapestry, on loan for ten months, highlights cultural ties, while discussions also focus on migration and support for Ukraine.
Ukraine has notified the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) that Russian airspace is unsafe for civilian flights due to increased military activity. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urged caution, highlighting several past aviation incidents linked to Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine.
On 29 August, a majority of Icelanders rejected the reopening of EU accession talks, which have been stalled since 2013. The advisory referendum result means no new negotiations with Brussels, preserving Iceland’s current EEA benefits while maintaining control over its fishing waters.
The new academic year in France commenced on Tuesday, introducing significant measures including a mobile phone ban in schools and a revised bullying questionnaire incorporating sexual violence queries. Education Minister Édouard Geffray announced around 10 million pupils will participate, with findings expected to highlight serious issues in child safety.
A Canadian national of Chinese origin, accused of espionage, will remain in pre-trial detention in Belgium. The Federal Prosecutor’s Office extended her detention by one month after rejecting her appeal, following her arrest linked to NATO’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe amid an ongoing investigation.
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