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France has suspended police use of stun grenades at high school protests after a 15-year-old lost a hand following an incident with a stun grenade. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez confirmed the suspension will remain in place until investigations into alleged police misconduct are completed.
Belgian virologist Marc Van Ranst highlighted ongoing plague cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Madagascar, stating the laboratory connection makes the current incident more concerning. He also noted that COVID-19 has returned this winter in a milder form, differing from previous years.
Former German intelligence chief August Hanning is under investigation by Germany’s Federal Prosecutor’s Office for allegedly obtaining classified information, including state secrets, from a former employee of the Federal Intelligence Service. Accusations involve espionage and the continued receipt of confidential documents after his tenure.
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This morning, French start-up Maiaspace is advancing plans for Europe’s first reusable mini-launcher. This initiative aims to enhance European space autonomy amid longstanding competition with established players like SpaceX.
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Concerns over the Strait of Hormuz’s geopolitical significance heighten this morning. The European Union is monitoring developments as tensions escalate in the region.
Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico has said he will meet Commission President Ursula von der…
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This morning we look at the sprawling concerns of young Europeans, findings from the Allianz Foundation reveal that young Europeans predominantly identify with the political centre, especially in Italy and Germany, amidst a general sense of European identity.
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Hungary’s prime minister has raised the nation’s security alert level this morning. Increased checks are now in place amid escalating tensions from the Iran conflict, potentially influencing upcoming elections.
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Overnight, social media featured posts of French border guards at airports holding signs addressing influencers regarding tax compliance. The authenticity of these signs remains under scrutiny this morning.
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