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Europe
Ukraine has announced the destruction of a key railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal, delivering a significant blow to Russia’s control in the occupied Crimean peninsula. This strike marks the first major demolition in a series of operations by Kyiv’s forces.
Poland’s president has rescinded the country’s highest state honour from Ukraine’s president, prompting current and former Ukrainian officials to renounce their own awards. This development reflects escalating tensions between the two nations amid ongoing geopolitical challenges.
A Spanish court has ordered Begoña Gómez, wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, to stand trial for corruption, embezzlement, and similar charges. She is banned from leaving Spain and must surrender her passport, appearing before the court bi-monthly until the case concludes.
Jannik Sinner received medical attention after leaving the court during his match due to health issues. Although minerals were added to his drink upon his return, he was ultimately unable to continue, marking an abrupt end to his performance.
Beretta Defense Technologies will unveil the Livet, an automated weapon station targeting drone attacks, at the Eurosatory defence show in Paris this June. Featuring eight Benelli shotguns in a remote-controlled turret, it boasts auto-tracking capabilities and rapid response for protecting critical infrastructure.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy stated on Wednesday before the Paris Court of Appeal that he has “not betrayed the trust of the French people” regarding allegations of Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential campaign. Sarkozy faces renewed charges of corruption, campaign financing, and concealment as his appeal progresses.
Taras Kachka, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, emphasised the need for “fast, merit-based, full membership” in the European Union, rejecting alternative proposals such as associate membership. He urged for the opening of all negotiation clusters by June to expedite Ukraine’s EU accession process.
Spain’s National Police searched former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero’s office, uncovering jewellery, hard drives, and documents linked to the Plus Ultra case. The jewellery, reportedly inherited and gifted items, was seized alongside items potentially involving influence-peddling related to a Venezuelan airline bailout.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in Rennes, with a girl later coming forward; both remain in custody as divers search the Vilaine River for evidence. The public prosecutor confirmed the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding their arrest.
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