Donald Trump orders ICE agents into US airports, set to arrest all illegal immigrants starting Monday.

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This morning, polls opened in Slovenia for parliamentary elections, featuring a close contest between Prime Minister Golob and Janez Janša. Allegations of foreign interference have surfaced amid a tightly contested race.

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Today, John Terry appears to have endorsed a policy to ban the burqa in public spaces, linking to the right-wing party Restore Britain’s stance. The discussion follows recent controversies regarding signage in foreign languages at UK stations.

Tens of thousands of cattle are being culled in Russia amid fears of a bioweapons leak from the Vector State Research Centre of Virology and Biotechnology. Farmers protest the lack of transparency as authorities cite various health concerns. Further developments are anticipated.

Donald Trump expressed his relief over the death of Robert Mueller, the ex-FBI chief who led the Trump-Russia investigation.

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This morning, polling stations in Italy remain open for a two-day referendum on judicial reform, with voter turnout at 14.88%. The outcome will significantly impact Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government ahead of national elections.

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A coach carrying fans to the Carabao Cup final has caught fire on the M6 Toll road this morning. Emergency services are currently on the scene, and traffic has been suspended southbound near Coleshill Parkway.

Iran has conducted missile strikes targeting the US-UK base in Diego Garcia. The strikes mark a significant escalation, as experts caution against overstating the threat to Europe, particularly the UK. For further updates, stay informed with Metro’s coverage.

The family of missing Nancy Guthrie has renewed their public appeal for help in her disappearance.

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This morning, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán addressed attendees at a CPAC event in Budapest, emphasising a global right-wing realignment and their challenge against progressive forces within the European Union.
Overnight, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis returned to Prague due to a suspected arson incident at a drone factory.