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Two drones were spotted over a German military base, Mechernich, shortly after an explosive-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig-Halle Airport. The German Armed Forces reported surveillance confirmation and subsequent police investigation, amid a growing concern over drone activities affecting national security and aviation safety.

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A drone exploded in Bulgaria near the Romanian border on Saturday, according to Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev. The drone entered Bulgarian airspace before detonating close to a gas pipeline compressor station. Authorities are investigating the incident amid increasing surveillance operations. No casualties were reported.

Viktor Orbán’s tenure as Hungary’s leader has transformed the nation’s governance and foreign policy, marking a shift towards illiberalism. His approach has notably altered Hungary’s interactions with both the European Union and Russia, establishing a distinct national framework under his leadership.

Annalena Baerbock, President of the United Nations General Assembly, stated that the ongoing wars cannot be attributed to the UN, but rather member states’ actions. She emphasised the need for collective accountability, pointing out that veto powers within the Security Council obstruct peace efforts and reform proposals.

A false claim has emerged online alleging that Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar intends to reintroduce military conscription. This assertion is linked to Storm-1516, a Russian disinformation group, despite Magyar’s party manifesto explicitly rejecting conscription and any military involvement in Ukraine.

A ceasefire between the United States and Iran was announced on Tuesday after six weeks of conflict in the Middle East, contingent upon Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz. However, instability persists as Iran closed the waterway in response to Israeli attacks, complicating energy security for European consumers.

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