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Europe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a significant government reshuffle, indicating a new prime minister and cabinet will soon be appointed. This decision follows ongoing Russian strikes that resulted in multiple fatalities, amid Zelenskyy’s efforts to renew political strategy and maintain support from lawmakers.
Paris’ Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum will close early this weekend as a heatwave grips France, with temperatures expected to reach up to 39°C. The Eiffel Tower will shut at 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday, while the Louvre will follow suit until Monday due to a red heat alert.
German police ended an 11-hour hostage situation at a Berlin supermarket on Saturday morning, employing a Taser to subdue the suspect. The man allegedly threatened a cashier with a knife after entering the store on Friday night. All staff present during the incident were unharmed.
Fleur Bakker, founder of the social enterprise “A Beautiful Mess,” announced the initiative is expected to achieve a €5 million turnover by 2026, helping 300 refugees gain job training as part of essential market integration efforts.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will visit China next week with a large business delegation, aiming to strengthen economic ties amid rising Chinese competition for Germany’s car makers. He emphasized the importance of balancing cooperation and competition in foreign economic policy.
Avalanches in the Austrian Alps have tragically claimed three lives, underscoring the dangers of winter sports in mountainous regions. Stay informed and safe.
In a heartbreaking incident, seven football fans lost their lives in Romania due to a head-on collision with a lorry, highlighting road safety concerns.
Zelensky asserts Europe feels “lost” following his private meeting with Trump, signaling concerns about unity and direction in addressing global issues.
Ten British far-right activists are barred from France after harassing migrants, highlighting increasing tensions over immigration policies in Europe.
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