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A rescued humpback whale has been released from a shallow Baltic Sea bay near Poel, according to a private rescue initiative. The current condition of the whale remains unclear following its rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
Israel has confirmed that Abu Keshek and Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila are in the country for imminent interrogation, amid accusations of ties to Hamas. Both men will receive consular visits, while Spain’s foreign minister labels the detention as illegal, demanding accountability for potential mistreatment.
Russian drone attacks targeted Ukrainian cities overnight, hitting civilian infrastructure and residential areas in Kharkiv, with injuries reported. In Kherson, a public transport bus was struck, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. Ukraine’s Air Force intercepted many drones, but some breached defences.
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The European Commission has welcomed Hungary and Slovakia’s proposal for a fact-finding mission regarding the Druzhba pipeline this morning.
Discussions with Ukrainian authorities are ongoing to authenticate the plan and ensure security of supply.
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MOL, Hungary’s energy company, may pursue legal action against Janaf if Russian oil shipment access is not guaranteed today. This follows tensions over Hungary’s reliance on Russian energy and recent disputes with the European Union.
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This morning, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola signed the EU’s €90 billion support loan for Ukraine, amid misinformation regarding Hungary’s veto. Tensions continue over Hungary’s objections linked to oil supply disputes with Russia.
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Zelenskyy invited the Slovak PM to Kyiv this morning to address ongoing tensions. Hungary and Slovakia have also called for inspection access to the Druzhba pipeline, prompting further discussions within the European Union.
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Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will consult with Slovakia’s Robert Fico this morning regarding Ukraine and the Druzhba oil pipeline dispute. Orbán criticises Kyiv’s response following damages allegedly caused by a Russian drone strike.
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The Green Party of England and Wales achieved a significant victory in yesterday’s pivotal UK by-election, surpassing Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. The Labour Party suffered a notable defeat amid ongoing challenges within the political landscape of the European Union.
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