- Trump faces diplomatic fallout as Vatican cancels planned visit amid rift
- US vice-president JD Vance endorses Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungarian elections
- US and Iran declare fragile ceasefire amid ongoing tensions and strikes
- European Commission rejects Iran and US plans to charge Hormuz transit fees
- US claims Strait of Hormuz is open despite conflicting reports from Iran
- Ripple effects of Middle East and Ukraine wars divide European citizens
- US and Iran Reach Two-Week Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Conflict Disputes
- British man accused of leading operations for Somali terror group Al-Shabaab
Europe
The ripple effects of the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are impacting Europe, leading to divisions among citizens regarding political and military responses. Public opinion varies significantly as nations navigate their involvement in these conflicts.
Stressed and disengaged employees risk productivity, with Gallup estimating a global GDP loss of 9% in its 2026 report. Employee engagement has reached a low of 20%, with Europe showing the least engagement levels, particularly among younger, non-managerial workers, demonstrating a pressing workplace issue.
Claims suggest Italy denied US military aircraft access to the Sigonella base in Sicily due to political reasons tied to the Iran war. However, official statements and reports clarify that the issue is primarily procedural, rather than politically motivated.
Spanish Justice officials have accidentally released a billionaire Dutch drug lord from prison in a major bureaucratic mix-up. Karim Bouyakhrichan, allegedly a leader of the Mocro Maffia, was arrested in Marbella in January after a five-year money-laundering investigation.
Inzaghi celebrated being Serie A Champions as a manager amidst a chilly, rain-soaked evening at the San Siro.
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US President Joe Biden has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky he will “move quickly” to send Ukraine fresh military aid after US lawmakers passed a $61bn aid package.
German officials have announced that three people have been arrested on suspicion of spying for China.
The main suspect – Thomas R., is accused of spying for the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS).
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