792 people have been arrested in Nigeria as part of a raid on a crypto romance ring. Many of those taken into custody from the site in Victoria Island were foreign nationals including 148 who were from China. The scam targeted victims around the world by developing romantic relationships with their marks via social media and then manipulating them into buying fake crypto investments.
Nigeria: 792 arrested over crypto-romance scam
Estonian defence minister insists on accountability for Ukraine’s loans
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur emphasised the need for accountability in the EU’s €90 billion loan to Ukraine, amidst an investigation into graft allegations involving
US Congress passes key funding bill to avert government shutdown
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe prepares for key economic discussions.
Focus on energy policies and digital regulations dominates the agenda.