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Tens of thousands protested in Tirana against plans for a luxury tourist resort linked to the Trump family, marking 35 consecutive days of demonstrations. Initially an environmental campaign, dissatisfaction has expanded to anti-government sentiment, demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation amid accusations of corruption and ecological threats.
Thousands protested across France following the rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, demanding urgent government action against sexual violence. Criticism centred on systemic failures in the justice system, with Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin pledging to review 70,000 unresolved child abuse cases by mid-July.
The Italian government has raised alarms after 80 vials of fentanyl were stolen from Rome’s Israelitic Hospital, enough for 20,000 doses for illicit use. Prosecutors in Rome have launched an investigation into the theft, while health authorities prepare to enhance checks on fentanyl management in medical facilities.
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Concerns over the Strait of Hormuz’s geopolitical significance heighten this morning. The European Union is monitoring developments as tensions escalate in the region.
Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico has said he will meet Commission President Ursula von der…
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This morning we look at the sprawling concerns of young Europeans, findings from the Allianz Foundation reveal that young Europeans predominantly identify with the political centre, especially in Italy and Germany, amidst a general sense of European identity.
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Hungary’s prime minister has raised the nation’s security alert level this morning. Increased checks are now in place amid escalating tensions from the Iran conflict, potentially influencing upcoming elections.
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Overnight, social media featured posts of French border guards at airports holding signs addressing influencers regarding tax compliance. The authenticity of these signs remains under scrutiny this morning.
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Russia launched an extensive overnight attack on Ukraine, firing ballistic missiles and drones targeting various locations. This morning, President Zelensky commemorated fallen soldiers while seeking additional military support from the Netherlands.
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