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- Ukrainian soldiers use robotic vehicle to rescue elderly woman from conflict
- Spain grants legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants under new plan
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s plan to grant legal status to approximately 500,000 undocumented migrants has triggered significant debate about migration regulations. While these individuals can apply for residency, they are restricted to living and working in Spain, contradicting claims of unrestricted movement across Europe.
US President Donald Trump has accused NATO allies of cowardice for failing to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil supplies. Tensions escalated following Spain’s denial of access to US military bases, prompting speculation over US reassessment of NATO relations.
A fabricated video circulating on X falsely links a stolen Cézanne painting to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s office. The Ukrainian presidency denied these claims, asserting the artwork has never adorned the office. The video is part of a pro-Kremlin disinformation campaign, utilising manipulated media for misleading narratives.
New data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development reveals that over one-third of individuals in 38 member countries used generative AI tools in 2025, with young people and those with higher education levels leading AI adoption.
The EPSO exam, once a key entry point into EU administration, has been discontinued, causing significant concern among aspiring candidates. Officials have not provided a clear rationale for this decision, which affects recruitment processes within the EU.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began his Central European tour in Bratislava with Prime Minister Robert Fico, aiming to enhance collaboration on nuclear energy and military modernisation. His visit follows concerns over Europe’s cultural and economic decline, as outlined in the recent US National Security Strategy.
At the Munich Security Conference, US Senator Marco Rubio urged European leaders to unite in preserving a common civilisation, while Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas countered that Europe does not require saving, underscoring differing perspectives within Western alliances.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that America seeks stronger partnerships and reduced dependency from European allies, during a joint press conference in Bratislava with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico, amid ongoing discussions on military cooperation and support for Ukraine.
Hungary’s main opposition leader Péter Magyar accused the government of blackmail using a secretly recorded sex tape to discredit him. He called for respect for privacy and urged voters to mark the upcoming elections, where his Tisza Party leads opinion polls.
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