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A Phantom F-4 jet crashed during an air show at Tanagra air base, killing both pilots. The incident, part of Athens Flying Week 2026, triggered a fire that spread to nearby forests, prompting a large firefighting response and closure of local roads.
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A Russian drone struck the Security Service of Ukraine’s headquarters in central Kyiv on Friday, targeting the agency’s head office, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The attack occurred during a period of heightened drone activity over the city, with emergency services dispatched to the scene.
During his trial, Luzian Andrin Zgraggen stated that he never intended to insult the Hindu holiday or the Balinese people. This declaration comes as the court reviews the implications of his actions amidst the ongoing legal proceedings.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to return to the UK this autumn for an extended stay, although they will not reclaim their royal roles. Their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are enrolled in UK schools, while the couple maintains residences in California and Portugal.
Two men were arrested on Wednesday in Nîmes and placed in police custody due to evidence indicating their direct or indirect involvement in recent events, according to public prosecutor Cécile Gensac. The investigation continues to unfold as authorities gather more information.
Parliament is yet to approve additional funding and must also vote on a proposed VAT increase through 2040 to support the army’s defence spending priorities. These decisions are crucial for addressing current military budget challenges.
The election campaign in Saxony-Anhalt intensifies as the “Taktisch Wählen” initiative urges voters to support the SPD and Greens to prevent an AfD-led government. Current polls show the AfD leading with 43%, raising concerns about the distribution of seats if smaller parties fail to clear the 5% threshold.
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.
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