President-Elect Donald Trump announced former Florida attorney general and fervent ally Pam Bondi as his pick for US attorney general on Thursday after Matt Gaetz withdrew his bid to head the Department of Justice just hours earlier. Bondi, a former leader against Trump‘s impeachment, replaced the controversial Gaetz after his nomination faced strong resistance due to previous sexual conduct allegations.
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EU ministers adopt sanctions targeting Russia over Ukrainian child deportations.
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EU ministers to address increasing border checks this morning.
Concerns raised over impacts on Schengen free movement.
US strikes Iranian military facilities after exchange of fire in Hormuz
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Three hikers died after Indonesia’s Mount Dukono erupted overnight, with ten others reported missing in the aftermath of the event.