- Young Sikh mother Kirandeep Kaur, 24, killed in reported stabbing incident
- British man sentenced to an additional two years in Iran for speaking to media
- European Commission seeks exemptions for EU products from US tariffs
- ICE Halts Most Vehicle Stops Following Fatal Shootings Amid Safety Review
- EU countries extend temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees until March 2028.
- Iran strikes US bases amid escalating tensions following Trump’s threats.
- Spain secures place in World Cup final after defeating France 2-0
- Calgary family grieves seven-year-old girl who drowned in pond
EU
The European Commission has submitted a list of EU products to the US, seeking exemptions from the 15 per cent tariffs established under the 2025 trade deal. Key items include Roquefort cheese, olive oil, and machinery, representing approximately €150 billion in exports.
EU DRONE DEAL
Today, Europe finalises a new drone production agreement with Ukraine.
This strategy aims to enhance defence capabilities amid ongoing tensions.
Hungary’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office, amid allegations from Prime Minister Péter Magyar that Sulyok serves as a puppet for Viktor Orbán. Sulyok, however, claims the amendment is unconstitutional and remains firm in his position.
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Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó confirmed ongoing communications with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov during EU meetings. The European Commission has requested clarification amid rising political tensions ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary elections.
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This morning, the European Commission confirmed provisional application of the Mercosur trade deal from 1 May, linking the EU with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, despite ongoing legal challenges in the European Parliament.
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This morning, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen finalised a free-trade agreement with Australia, significantly reducing tariffs on EU goods and farm exports, with projected annual savings of €1 billion for the bloc.
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The European Commission has requested clarification from Budapest this morning regarding reports of Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó briefing his Russian counterpart Lavrov on confidential EU Council meetings.
This has caused significant uproar within the bloc.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni conceded defeat in a judicial reform referendum this morning, with 55% of voters rejecting the proposed changes. Meloni stated she will not resign and will continue to serve her mandate.
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Radicalisation among minors is increasing across Europe, with children as young as 12 involved in terrorism-related activities. Law enforcement faces challenges in monitoring online spaces where much of this radicalisation occurs.
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