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Leaders of the socialist and liberal groups in the European Parliament have expressed concerns to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen about European Commission Vice-President Raffaele Fitto’s and Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius’s attendance at a political event in Slovenia, potentially breaching internal conduct rules ahead of elections.

Dessintey co-founder and product expert Davy Luneau stated that their mirror therapy devices aid motor rehabilitation by visually stimulating brain recovery. The company aims to expand its reach amid growing competition from US and Asian technologies, generating nearly €10 million in revenue.

US President Joe Biden is threatening strikes on Iran amid violent repression of protestors. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert stated that regime change must come from the people, emphasizing the importance of US involvement at this critical juncture.

French authorities have accused a Russian manipulation operation of implicating President Emmanuel Macron in the Epstein files, following a false article claiming he attended parties at Epstein’s Paris residence. The campaign reflects tactics used in Russia’s Storm-1516 operation and raises concerns over disinformation.

The European Commission has proposed a new round of sanctions against Russia, aiming to weaken its war economy, according to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The plan includes a full ban on maritime services linked to Russian crude oil, aiming to increase pressure on Moscow ahead of the war’s fourth anniversary.

Dad-of-two tragically dies after hotel balcony fall in Costa del Sol, Spain, highlighting the urgent need for increased safety measures in tourist accommodations.

The US Department of Justice’s release of 3 million pages of files on Jeffrey Epstein has prompted misinformation, including fake images linking New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani to Epstein. Mamdani condemned the fabrications as damaging in light of their viral spread.

Ahead of critical nuclear talks in Oman, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert warned the US against underestimating Iran’s negotiating tactics, highlighting the significance of these discussions in shaping future relations and security dynamics in the region.

Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, warned that proposed reforms to the European Convention on Human Rights regarding migration could threaten broader human rights protections. His comments follow an open letter from nine EU countries advocating for changes by May 2025.

Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski stated that the outcome of Russia’s war against Ukraine will significantly affect global perceptions of Western resolve. He emphasised the need for a peace agreement reflecting Ukrainian priorities and warned against initiatives perceived as rewarding Russian aggression.