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Europe
Russian attacks across Ukraine have killed at least five people and injured over 12 in the last 24 hours. Strikes targeted Kyiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and Sloviansk, while Ukraine’s military reported successful counteroffensive operations near Lyman, clearing an area of approximately 75 square kilometres.
Former Moroccan intelligence officer Mehdi Hijaouy sought protection from extradition by offering information on Morocco’s intelligence operations to Spanish authorities. He claimed knowledge of the Pegasus spyware targeting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez but ultimately abandoned this route and fled Spain, with his current location unknown.
Mount Etna has erupted, causing thick ash clouds and significant travel disruptions, with hundreds of flights cancelled or diverted from Catania, Sicily.
A Russian drone strike on a shopping centre in Zaporizhzhia injured four people and ignited a significant fire, with damage spanning 2,000 square metres. This attack forms part of an intensified Russian offensive across Ukraine, which includes strikes in Kyiv and Kherson, prompting evacuation warnings for residents.
At least 306 people in Belgium have contracted salmonella linked to contaminated eggs from Laerco, a Geel-based producer. The Belgian Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain identified ongoing contamination in two henhouses, prompting multiple recalls across major supermarkets and alerts to several European countries.
Ukraine celebrated its 35th Independence Day with an unprecedented military display in Kyiv, featuring robots on the streets, naval drones on the Dnipro river, and UAVs in the skies. The event highlighted advanced technologies that have significantly impacted the battlefield since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
A French couple’s hike ended tragically as they ignored warnings about harsh weather conditions. Their decision to proceed in the face of such threats led to their fatalities, highlighting the dangers of outdoor activities in adverse weather.
Tourists in Greece are now better informed about ultraviolet radiation dangers as awareness of sun protection measures, including hats and sunglasses, has risen during ongoing heatwaves. Red Cross volunteers report a decrease in demand for protective gear, reflecting improved visitor preparedness amid record tourist numbers.
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the Hürtgen Forest today, thanking emergency services for their efforts in battling the region’s largest forest fire, which affected 300 to 400 hectares. His late arrival drew criticism, as he faced boos from onlookers during the visit, prompting political debate on climate action.
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