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Russia resumed drone strikes on Kyiv following a three-day halt coinciding with US envoy visits. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reported attacks in Boryspil and Fastiv districts, while air raid alerts prompted residents to seek shelter. Peace discussions between US envoys and both Russian and Ukrainian leaders continue.
Staff at the Eiffel Tower walked out on Monday, leading to the closure of the landmark. The protest arose after female employees were reportedly relocated out of view during a visit by a Hindu delegation, prompting strong condemnation and calls for an investigation from officials and unions alike.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the war with Russia is likely to continue into winter, following talks in Kyiv with US peace envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff. Zelenskyy expressed hope for collaboration with American and European partners amidst ongoing discussions with various national security advisors.
Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass attracted tens of thousands, where he connected with the faithful from around the world, blessing babies and emphasising joy and unity.
Russia conducted its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the war began, firing 273 drones across multiple regions, surpassing previous records.
Polls have opened for the second round of Romania’s presidential election – with little separating centrist candidate Nicusor Dan from the populist George Simion.
Friday’s newspaper front pages cover the fallout from Albania’s rejection of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s migrant deal. On his first official visit to Albania, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced that the UK is in talks with other countries to establish overseas “return hubs” for failed asylum seekers.
Belgium’s parliament voted decisively to abandon its planned nuclear phaseout, with 102 votes in favour of the motion.
An offshore earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck 48km southeast of the island of Kasos, prompting emergency services to issue a tsunami warning and advise residents to evacuate the coast.
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