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Russia’s relentless airstrikes are exacerbating Ukraine’s financial crisis, driving up costs and increasing the deficit. In response, Ukraine is urgently urging European allies to access immobilised Russian assets to alleviate financial pressures.
Pope Francis visited Metz on Monday, where he was escorted to the airport by President Emmanuel Macron. This visit marks a significant engagement between the papacy and French leadership, highlighting ongoing dialogue and collaboration.
Sweden’s Social Democrat leader, Magdalena Andersson, announced she cannot form a government following the recent elections, returning her mandate to parliament. Speaker Andreas Norlén will consult with party leaders to identify a new candidate, with outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson likely to be reconsidered for the role.
As Oktoberfest reaches its halfway point this weekend, organisers are implementing enhanced crowd management measures to prevent overcrowding, following last year’s severe incidents. The “Italian weekend” sees a significant influx of visitors, prompting the use of AI and surveillance technology to ensure safety at the event.
Pope Leo began his pilgrimage in Lourdes, offering a prayer at the Grotto of the Apparitions, a significant site where Catholics believe the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. This location remains one of the most-visited shrines in the Catholic faith.
Six people have died after a building collapsed in Athens due to an explosion on Friday morning. The victims include four US tourists and a British man, aged 78, living on the second floor. Search operations involved around 30 firefighters and specialised equipment, while authorities investigate the cause.
Protesters rallied outside Granada city hall on Thursday, advocating for 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, evicted from her Madrid apartment on September 23. Demonstrations in her support, sparked by rising housing costs, took place across Spain, highlighting concerns for older tenants and escalating housing affordability issues.
A new Italian law bans pupils from covering their faces in schools and restricts the presence of non-Italian nationals in certain classes. Additionally, parents must learn basic Italian, aiming to promote integration and language skills within the education system.
French President Emmanuel Macron has denied allegations that the CIA warned France about a potential Russian drone operation targeting southern Europe. Macron stated, “We can deny this piece of information,” aligning with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, who also refuted the claims as unverified and harmful.
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