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Europe
Former British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras, shifting focus to international affairs, including defence and trade. His departure will necessitate a by-election, following his leadership of the Labour party and a landslide victory in 2024.
US defence contractor Covenant plans to produce medium-range missiles near Leipzig, targeting up to 1,000 units annually from 2027. The missiles, expected to exceed 1,500 kilometres in range, are part of Germany’s strategy to enhance its long-range strike capabilities with cost-effective armament solutions.
Research reveals a rise in digital addictions, notably among adolescents, with 11% exhibiting problematic social media use, up from 7% in 2018. Experts highlight issues such as gaming disorder and nomophobia, stressing the impact of excessive screen time on sleep, mental health, and social relationships.
French film producer Nicolas Altmayer, 61, and Dior public relations director Mathilde Favier, 57, died in a car crash in Deux-Sèvres, France, while overtaking a truck. Their deaths have prompted tributes from across the film and fashion industries, highlighting their significant cultural impact.
Greece’s Veterinary Directorate-General has lifted the ban on transporting local dairy products from Lesbos, allowing visitors to take aged cheeses, including feta and kasseri, off the island. This decision aims to boost local producers’ sales, particularly during the summer tourist season.
A man was reported missing while hiking in the isolated Rocca Capra area of Mount Etna, situated in the Valle del Bove at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres. Rescue teams are currently conducting search operations in the challenging terrain.
A private helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos has resulted in three fatalities, including a Greek pilot and a British newlywed couple. The aircraft crashed near homes in the Tholos region, igniting a fire. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence announced that Kyiv’s forces targeted Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, striking its largest warehouse in Podolsk. This attack, part of a broader offensive since July, follows the destruction of seven logistics hubs, expanding Ukraine’s ability to disrupt Russian supply chains amid ongoing military conflict.
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones targeting military and energy facilities across Russia, resulting in at least six fatalities. This marks one of Kyiv’s largest aerial assaults since early 2022. President Zelenskyy called for European missile interceptors to aid Ukraine against Russian strikes.
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