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EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
Good morning from Brussels. Following intense discussions overnight, EU leaders have reacted strongly to Viktor Orbán’s veto on Ukraine’s loan, with alternatives now being considered to resolve the impasse.
Storm Therese has caused significant disruption in Tenerife, blanketing the island in snow and ice. Dozens of flights have been cancelled, with high winds reaching 75mph and hazardous conditions prompting road closures. The emergency response system is now activated to manage further weather issues.
Iran has warned that tourist sites are ‘not safe’ for US and Israeli officials, according to the Iranian Army’s statement via Fars news agency. As tensions escalate following recent military actions, no place will be secure for these officials, including resorts and entertainment centres.
Hamas has expressed a willingness to transfer governance of Gaza to another Palestinian entity, potentially the Palestinian Authority, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations led by Egypt and Qatar.
The FIA, Formula 1, and team representatives convened in Geneva to refine the technical framework for the upcoming 2026 engine regulations, aiming to mitigate significant performance disparities among manufacturers.
JoJo Siwa revealed on Celebrity Big Brother that she received a bomb in the mail from a stalker when she was just 12 years old, which led to the perpetrator being imprisoned for five years.
Max Holden has gained recognition for his impressive performances, including a standout 184 against Lancashire and a 107 against Glamorgan, leading to mentions on the Sky Sports cricket podcast.
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are scarce, with reports indicating that stock will be almost impossible to secure before launch, despite Nintendo’s claims of ample availability.
The recent militant gun attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which killed 26 tourists, has heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, both of which are nuclear-armed neighbours with a history of conflict.
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