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- Democratic Rally wins Cyprus parliamentary election with 27.2% vote
- Iran agrees in principle to dispose of highly enriched uranium, says US official
- Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in attack on Kyiv, killing two
- Global Sumud Flotilla activists clash with police at Bilbao airport
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The Democratic Rally has won Cyprus’s parliamentary election, securing 27.2% of the vote and 17 seats. Following closely, the left-wing AKEL obtained 23.9% for 16 seats, while the far-right ELAM achieved third place with 10.9%, capturing eight seats amid rising anti-establishment sentiment.
Clashes erupted at Bilbao airport as Global Sumud Flotilla activists arrived in Spain, leading to police charges and four arrests. Israel has since summoned a Spanish diplomat, highlighting perceived inconsistencies in Spain’s handling of the situation.
Russia conducted extensive missile strikes on Kyiv overnight, resulting in at least four deaths and 56 injuries, according to local officials. The assault, which involved nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles, targeted various districts and damaged residential buildings and schools, prompting declarations of a continued threat in the capital.
Lebanon’s Minister of Culture, Ghassan Salamé, describes Israel’s actions in southern Lebanon as a “creeping military action” that has escalated to an “invasion.” His comments reflect heightened tensions between the two nations amid ongoing conflict in the region.
The MQ-9A Reaper, the largest and most powerful unmanned combat aircraft, is designed for reconnaissance and precision strikes. With a range of weaponry, including Hellfire missiles, it offers significant operational advantages in modern warfare, combining long endurance with advanced surveillance capabilities.
Luís Montenegro announced new economic measures for Portugal following a Council of Ministers meeting, targeting professional sectors in crisis, including fuel and housing. The initiatives, costing approximately €150 million monthly, aim to alleviate pressures while maintaining fiscal stability and include support for agriculture and exemptions on capital gains tax for rental properties.
Cinco Jotas, a prestigious producer of “Pata Negra” ham in Seville, continues to thrive, employing around 700 workers during peak seasons. Their 100% Iberian pigs, fed on acorns, contribute to the iconic delicacy, with exports reaching 35% of production, valued at €130 million last year.
Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven have made securing the Strait of Hormuz conditional on the cessation of hostilities in the Middle East, emphasising the need for stability in a region critical to global energy supply and maritime security.
Maurizio Gasparri has resigned as Forza Italia’s Senate group leader, marking the fourth resignation within the ruling majority in three days. This follows the defeat of the Yes camp in the justice referendum, triggering significant instability and prompting calls for a revised centre-left agenda.
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