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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.
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.
Israel announced plans to shut its Dublin embassy, accusing Ireland’s government of “extreme anti-Israel policies.” Foreign Minister Gideon Saar criticised Ireland for supporting South Africa’s legal action at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which accuses Israel of “genocide.”
Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces a confidence vote in the German parliament on Monday that he…
Pope Francis made history on Sunday with the first-ever papal visit to Corsica. He urged…
Zourabichvili has vowed to stay on as president after her six-year term ends on Monday, describing parliament as illegitimate and having no authority to select her successor.
As Germany faces significant economic challenges, Chancellor Olaf Scholz has taken the rare step…
After 17 years as European Union members, Romania and Bulgaria will officially join the EU’s border-free Schengen travel zone on January 1, 2025. The decision allows citizens from both countries to travel to other Schengen countries like France, Spain, or Norway without requiring a passport.
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