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Migrant Boat Capsizes on Danube; Ten Missing Near Belgrade
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Migrant Boat Capsizes on Danube; Ten Missing Near Belgrade

Rescue teams are searching for survivors after a boat that is reported to have been carrying ten migrants capsized on the Danube, on the border between Serbia and Croatia.
Imprisoned Ex-Leader Calls for Protests as Georgia Votes
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Imprisoned Ex-Leader Calls for Protests as Georgia Votes

The opposition in Georgia is gathering strength to protest against the country's Moscow-friendly direction as the country goes to the polls today.
Netanyahu Approved Drone Attack on Gaza Convoy with Greta Thunberg
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Netanyahu Approved Drone Attack on Gaza Convoy with Greta Thunberg

Benjamin Netanyahu approved the drone attacks on the Gaza convoy that Greta Thunberg was on, according to sources for American CBS.
Czech Republic Votes: Ex-PM Babis Eyes Return with Far-Right Alliance
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Czech Republic Votes: Ex-PM Babis Eyes Return with Far-Right Alliance

Polling stations have opened in the Czech Republic, where the former Prime Minister Andrej Babis is aiming for a return to power. To succeed, he may need to form a coalition with the EU-hostile far-right
EU Leaders Address Hybrid War Concerns Amid Russia's Tactics
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EU Leaders Address Hybrid War Concerns Amid Russia's Tactics

EU leaders met in Copenhagen to discuss how Europe can arm itself faster. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warns that Russia is waging a hybrid war against Europe
EU Investigates Vaccine Sector for Antitrust Violations
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EU Investigates Vaccine Sector for Antitrust Violations

EU Proposes Savings and Investment Strategy Inspired by Sweden
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EU Proposes Savings and Investment Strategy Inspired by Sweden

Sweden is seen as a model when the EU Commission urges savings and investment accounts to get more money for growth in Europe.
EU and NATO Propose Drone Wall to Counter Airspace Violations
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EU and NATO Propose Drone Wall to Counter Airspace Violations

The European Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen promises billions to drones in Ukraine – and sharp proposals for developing a "drone wall".
Global Reactions to US Peace Plan for Gaza
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Global Reactions to US Peace Plan for Gaza

Cautious hopes and verbal praise were expressed around the world when the USA presented its peace plan for Gaza – which was approved by Israel.
Denmark Deploys Reserve Soldiers After Drone Sightings
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Denmark Deploys Reserve Soldiers After Drone Sightings

The recent events with drones that have been seen at defense facilities and airports are causing Denmark to call in soldiers from reserve forces, reports Danish TV2.
EU May Open Backdoor for Ukraine Membership Talks
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EU May Open Backdoor for Ukraine Membership Talks

The EU Council President António Costa hopes to be able to let Ukraine in to formal negotiations about EU membership through a back door.
Ukrainian Journalist Maksym Butkevytj Wins Václav Havel Prize
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Ukrainian Journalist Maksym Butkevytj Wins Václav Havel Prize

The Ukrainian journalist and human rights activist Maksym Butkevytj is awarded this year's Václav Havel Prize for Human Rights by the Council of Europe.
Kristersson Warns Drone Threats Could Impact Sweden
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Kristersson Warns Drone Threats Could Impact Sweden

Incidents with drones and fighter jets that have occurred in Poland, Estonia and Denmark could just as well have happened in Sweden – and may come to happen in Sweden, according to Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party). Denmark is reported to have been uneasy about having to cancel this week's EU summits after the drone threats
EU Reinstates Sanctions on Iran Over JCPOA Violations
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EU Reinstates Sanctions on Iran Over JCPOA Violations

Calm Election Day in Moldova Despite Tensions and Russian Influence
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Calm Election Day in Moldova Despite Tensions and Russian Influence

Fears of problems on the important election day in Moldova have not been confirmed at the places that the Swedish election observer Linnéa Wickman has visited. There is a general vigilance
Russian Disinformation Targets Moldova's EU-Friendly Government
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Russian Disinformation Targets Moldova's EU-Friendly Government

War threats, scare propaganda and outright lies characterize the mood as Moldova votes on its immediate future. Russia is accused of waging an unlimited hybrid war
Hezbollah Leader Vows to Retain Weapons Amid Disarmament Pressure
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Hezbollah Leader Vows to Retain Weapons Amid Disarmament Pressure

No voluntary surrender of weapons is in question for the Hizbollah movement. This is stated by the Iran-supported Shia militia leader Naim Qassem at a memorial for the predecessor Hassan Nasrallah
Russia Warns of Strong Retaliation Against Aggression
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Russia Warns of Strong Retaliation Against Aggression

Russia warns that every aggression or action directed against Russian interests will be followed by a "powerful response". The warning came from Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov when he held Russia's speech in the UN General Assembly, where he also attacked Germany's Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz
White House Confirms No New Pharmaceutical Tariffs for EU and Japan
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White House Confirms No New Pharmaceutical Tariffs for EU and Japan

President Donald Trump's new high tariffs on medicines do not apply to the EU and Japan, sources in the White House tell Bloomberg.
EU to Respond if US Imposes 100% Medicine Tariffs
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EU to Respond if US Imposes 100% Medicine Tariffs

The EU will act strongly if the US introduces medicine tariffs of 100 percent, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) to TT. We have a paused countermeasures package that is ready to be used and can be activated quickly, he says
Slovakia Limits LGBTQ Rights with New Gender Law
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Slovakia Limits LGBTQ Rights with New Gender Law

Two genders determined at birth and limited rights for same-sex couples. This is stated by Slovakia's parliament in national law
EU Considers 1,500 Billion SEK Loan Plan for Ukraine
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EU Considers 1,500 Billion SEK Loan Plan for Ukraine

European Social Democrats Urge EU Action on Palestinian State Recognition
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European Social Democrats Urge EU Action on Palestinian State Recognition

The EU must act more sharply and more united to do something about the situation in the Palestinian areas. This is written by party leader Magdalena Andersson (S), together with several European social democratic leaders in The Guardian
EU Holds Crisis Meeting to Develop Drone Defense Strategy
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EU Holds Crisis Meeting to Develop Drone Defense Strategy

How do we build a drone wall? EU gathers for crisis meeting after recent notable inflights from the east. We must learn the game, urges Estonia's defence chief
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