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A Vilnius court has commenced a trial involving five individuals accused of sending parcels with explosive devices linked to Russian military intelligence agency GRU. These packages detonated in Germany, Poland, and Britain in 2024, leading to a comprehensive investigation supported by multiple European nations and agencies.

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Pope Leo XIV condemned “tyrants” exploiting religion during a visit to Cameroon, addressing the ongoing separatist insurgency in Bamenda. His remarks highlighted the devastation wrought by conflict and economic greed, urging leaders to consider the plight of those suffering in the region as he called for peace and justice.

Rescuers in Germany have postponed plans to save a sick humpback whale, nicknamed Timmy, stranded off the Baltic Sea coast. Following delays, experts aim to mobilise inflatable cushions and pontoons for transport on Friday, amid growing concerns for the whale’s survival, as it remains critically ill.

Germany’s Bundestag is poised to vote on a significant fiscal package that proposes amendments to longstanding debt policies, aiming to facilitate increased defence spending and establish a €500 billion infrastructure and climate fund.

The vote is seen as a response to Russia’s advances in Ukraine as the United States makes clear Europe can no longer rely on US protection from Russia.

Supporters of lifting the debt restrictions to boost defence spending say it’s essential for European security but there is also opposition. The decision could influence broader European defence initiatives, like the EU’s proposed €800 billion ReArm Europe fund.

The ban was triggered by the death of a 14-year-old boy, who was stabbed by a fellow pupil at his school in Tirana and shared on social media.

The opposition are suggesting this is politically motivated and labelling it a form of censorship.

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