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- Trump expected to claim Chinese interference in US elections during speech
- US military targets Iranian naval facilities with kamikaze drones for first time
- Zelenskyy dismisses Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine’s defence minister
- Ukraine Targets Russian Naval Assets Amid Renewed Maritime Conflict
- England and Argentina end first half of World Cup semifinal goalless
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Europe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov as Defence Minister following a cabinet reshuffle. Fedorov confirmed his removal on social media, reflecting on his contributions and the need for continued military reform. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko is expected to succeed him.
Hundreds of skiers flocked to the Grande Motte glacier in Tignes seeking summer skiing relief from France’s heatwave. However, both visitors and experts highlight the glacier’s rapid shrinking, with scientists warning it may vanish within the next decade to 15 years.
A three-year-old British boy has died after falling 33ft from a hotel window in Paphos, Cyprus, prompting police investigations and charges against his father.
Munich Airport experienced two closures within 24 hours due to suspected drone sightings. The first incident saw operations halted briefly, followed by a second interruption as authorities responded to potential safety risks posed by unidentified flying objects in the airspace.
A French Interior Ministry report asserts that anti-religious acts threaten freedom of conscience and the exercise of religion, jeopardising societal balance. The statement highlights the government’s concern regarding the impact of such acts on social harmony and the principles of coexistence.
French lawmakers voted unanimously to annul royal decrees recognising enslaved individuals as “moveable goods,” marking a significant step in addressing France’s colonial legacy. President Macron supports this repeal as part of broader discussions on reparations, though concrete measures remain undefined.
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.
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