- Officials condemn masked group demonstrating on B.C. First Nation land
- Trump and Johnson to meet AI executives at White House amid safety concerns
- Mountain collapses in Nepal landslide, leaving 19 dead and 10 missing
- Pope Francis visits Metz as Macron escorts him to the airport
- Hungary’s Parliament removes immunity from Prime Minister Magyar and two former ministers
- Kelowna businesses voice safety concerns during mayoral candidates’ debate
- Kurt Olsen resigns from the Justice Department amid 2020 election inquiries
- Manhunt launched after British pensioner found dead with head injuries in France
EU
European defence ministers convened in Brussels to bolster support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian aggression, which is impacting the region. Discussions will focus on enhancing the EU’s emergency protocols against hybrid threats and addressing financial aid needs for Ukraine’s military, as President Zelenskyy seeks €23.5 billion.
Pope Leo XIV cautioned against the dangers of artificial intelligence during a speech at UNESCO’s Paris headquarters, emphasising that technology must serve humanity. He warned of potential dehumanisation and called for safeguards, particularly for vulnerable children, amidst broader discussions on technology’s impact on society.
EU REGULATIONS
This morning, Europe focuses on strengthening trade regulations amid ongoing discussions over economic cooperation within the European Union.
Key updates expected throughout the day.
Warsaw is vying to host the new EU Customs Office amid a political battle and significant technological challenges, as officials assess its suitability for this critical role in EU operations.
Britain uncovers shocking details: Alexei Navalny’s death, attributed to frog poison, reveals a chilling plot allegedly orchestrated by Putin.
António Costa, President of the European Council, stated that enhanced cooperation in the EU is “a non-issue,” countering calls for a two-speed Europe for economic reforms. His comments follow proposals from others, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, emphasizing urgency for progress.
Leaders from the US and Europe are convening for three days of talks on global security, war in Ukraine, and the future of transatlantic relations, emphasizing the urgency of these discussions amid ongoing conflicts and geopolitical tensions.
US President Donald Trump did not threaten a 250% tariff on Norwegian salmon over alleged cheating at the Winter Olympics, as a viral post claims. No evidence supports these accusations or connects NATO funding to Norway’s skiing programme.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio did not attend the Berlin Format meeting on Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference, reportedly due to last-minute scheduling conflicts. The absence affected discussions among key European leaders on NATO and regional security.
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