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Hungary’s new Prime Minister Péter Magyar has defended appointing his brother-in-law, Márton Melléthei-Barna, as Minister of Justice amid opposition criticism. Magyar emphasised his administration’s commitment to restoring EU relations and unlocking critical funding while pledging to address past governance issues and improve public services.

A new International Labour Organization study reveals that over 840,000 annual deaths are linked to job strain, including long hours and harassment. The report highlights significant mental health challenges, with nearly one in three European workers experiencing stress or anxiety, exacerbating productivity losses and costing the EU over €100 billion annually.

Israeli strikes in Lebanon have resulted in over 1,200 fatalities, according to Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar. The ongoing conflict escalates tensions in the region, prompting international concern over humanitarian impacts and regional stability amid ongoing military actions.

The US and Israel intensified military actions against Iran following President Trump’s ultimatum to “completely obliterate” Iranian energy sites unless the Strait of Hormuz reopens to international shipping. Meanwhile, Lebanon’s Justice Minister described the escalating Israeli ground incursions as an “occupation,” amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.

The EU will urge Israel to reconsider legislation permitting the execution of Palestinians convicted of nationalistic killings, expressing significant concern over its discriminatory nature. The bloc, opposing capital punishment, emphasises that such measures violate the right to life and risk irreversible judicial errors.

Bulgarian writer Irina Papancheva’s latest work, Brussels Naked, explores the unpredictable nature of Brussels through the eyes of a young journalist. The novel features twelve interconnected stories, revealing varied experiences within the EU’s capital, showcasing both its enchantment and cruelties.

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