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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has pledged urgent action on housing following a public appeal from 87-year-old Maricarmen, recently evicted from her home. Speaking at a PSOE rally, Sánchez announced plans to introduce a housing decree at Tuesday’s Council of Ministers meeting amid widespread protests over the housing crisis.

Catania-Fontanarossa airport remains closed until 23:59 on 27 September due to volcanic activity on Mount Etna, with significant ash emissions disrupting flights. The situation has led to congestion at other Sicilian airports, raising concerns over inflated air fares and a lack of contingency planning for such events.

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.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a significant government reshuffle, indicating a new prime minister and cabinet will soon be appointed. This decision follows ongoing Russian strikes that resulted in multiple fatalities, amid Zelenskyy’s efforts to renew political strategy and maintain support from lawmakers.

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