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China’s role in circumventing EU sanctions against Russia is worsening, according to EU sanctions envoy David O’Sullivan. Despite regular discussions with Chinese authorities, O’Sullivan noted that unilateral actions against Chinese companies will continue as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine persists, impacting both parties economically.

Paris Saint-Germain successfully defended their Champions League title by defeating Arsenal in Budapest, winning 4-2 on penalties after a 1–1 draw. Ousmane Dembélé equalised from the spot, cancelling out Kai Havertz’s early goal. This marks PSG’s second consecutive triumph in Europe’s premier club competition.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to name a Special Operations Forces unit, Heroes of the UPA, has prompted significant backlash from Polish officials. President Karol Nawrocki expressed profound disappointment, labelling the move as detrimental to Polish-Ukrainian relations, and suggested revocation of Zelenskyy’s Order of the White Eagle.

France is launching an inquiry into the treatment of its nationals aboard the Gaza flotilla, as announced by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. Reports allege violations including humiliation and sexual violence during their detention, prompting Barrot to refer the case to the Public Prosecutor for further investigation.

Ukraine is prepared to support Romania following a Russian drone strike on a residential building in Galați. President Zelenskyy urged the European Union to impose significant new sanctions on Russia to deter further aggression and protect regional stability after a wave of drone attacks targeted civilian infrastructure.

A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania early this morning, injuring two people. Polish Undersecretary Michał Baranowski condemned the incident, asserting it represents intentional provocations amid rising tensions following similar drone incursions in the region over the past year.

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