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Niger has suspended nine French media outlets, including France 24 and AFP, citing threats to public order and national unity. The immediate ban affects all broadcasting platforms and comes ahead of a significant France-Africa summit, with anti-French sentiment escalating amid ongoing military rule in the region.
Florent Montaclair, a professor of language science, faces criminal charges including forgery and fraud as a Montbéliard investigation scrutinises his alleged fabricated academic credentials. His fictitious organisation, claiming prestigious awards, has been exposed, leading to his expulsion from Marie & Louis Pasteur University.
Aung San Suu Kyi’s son, Kim Aris, is appealing to France for independently verified proof of his mother’s life after her transfer to house arrest by Myanmar’s military junta. Aris expressed concerns over her health, requiring guarantees of medical care and legal access following years of no communication.
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This morning, Belarus’ President Aliaksandr Lukashenka ordered the release of 250 political prisoners as part of a deal with Washington, aimed at improving ties with the West and lifting US sanctions.
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At least two people have been killed in overnight Russian attacks on Ukraine, with 154 drones launched. Peace talks are expected today between the United States and Ukraine, highlighting ongoing tensions in the European Union.
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Ly Company, a leading player in sustainable water packaging, continues its rapid expansion across Europe. This morning, the company announced plans to target the US and China markets.
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This morning, the European People’s Party marks its 50th anniversary. Reports indicate that party leader Manfred Weber has engaged with far-right factions, despite existing boundaries to prevent such interactions.
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Danish public broadcaster DR reported this morning on a military operations order from 13 January, detailing plans for the defence of Greenland. This development holds significance for the European Union’s strategic interests in the region.
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This morning, President Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine’s readiness for trilateral peace talks regarding Russia’s invasion, pending confirmation from Washington and Moscow. Overnight, Russia launched 97 drones, with Ukrainian forces intercepting 90.
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