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A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck near Pizzone, Italy, just after midnight on Saturday, monitored by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. The tremor, felt across Isernia and surrounding provinces, prompted public evacuations; however, no injuries or damage have been reported.
Tensions in the Middle East escalated as Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting a major refinery in Yanbu. Greek military sources reported that a deployed Patriot missile battery intercepted the attack, while Riyadh faced similar threats in Jizan, prompting civil protection warnings.
The International Criminal Court’s member states have voted to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan, marking a historical first. This decision follows allegations of sexual misconduct, which Khan denies, and comes amid significant pressure from the US government regarding the court’s jurisdiction and ongoing investigations.
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This morning, European Parliament members express overwhelming support for Ukraine’s fast-track EU membership. Discussions continue around the timeline and implications, amid ongoing tensions related to Russia’s actions in the region.
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Emmanuel Macron is set to address France’s nuclear deterrent strategy this morning, outlining its relationship with NATO and European security. This follows increased interest in national defence within the European Union amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
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This morning, an Irish MEP suggested that the European Union should pause the EU–US trade deal amid uncertainties regarding Washington’s new tariffs and their legal compliance.
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This morning, a new watchdog study reveals that the European Union’s Clean Industrial Deal has faced significant lobbyist influence, with over 750 meetings documented in the last year, raising concerns over industrial compliance and environmental standards.
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Overnight, doctored videos featuring celebrities urging European leaders to pressure Ukraine for peace on Russian terms circulated on social media. The campaign has been linked to a broader influence operation targeting Ukraine.
Senior Russian security official Dimitry Medvedev threatened nuclear strikes against Kyiv, Paris, and London, asserting unfounded claims that France and the UK were preparing to provide Ukraine with nuclear weapons. This statement comes as Ukraine marks the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
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