Russia

Europe

Volker Turk Secures UN Rights Term Despite Israel and US Objections

Volker Turk has been re-elected as United Nations human rights chief for another four-year term, despite strong objections from the United States, Russia, and Israel, according to Al Jazeera.

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Conflicts & Security

Ten killed in Russian attack on drone exhibition near Kyiv

Ten people were killed and around 100 injured when Russia struck a drone exhibition near Kyiv. Attorney General Ruslan Kravchenko called the attack a war crime, according to DW.com.

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Conflicts & Security

World Chess Chief Faces Uncertain Future After EU Sanctions

The world chess chief faces uncertainty after being sanctioned by the EU, according to the BBC.

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Leaders

Ukraine’s Ousted Defence Minister Demands Reinstatement

Ukraine's ousted defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has refused an alternative post in President Volodymyr Zelensky's government, insisting he wants his original job back, according to BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Russian Jailed in Angola for Terrorism and Spying Charges

Two Russian men have been found guilty of terrorism and spying in Angola, according to court records. Lev Lakshtanov and Igor Ratchin received sentences of eight and 11 years, respectively.

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Europe

Russia’s businesses under strain from Ukraine’s attacks on Wildberries

Ukrainian drones have hit several retail warehouses belonging to Russia's biggest online retailer, Wildberries, in a matter of days, dealing a blow to a large number of small and medium-sized businesses, according to the BBC.

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Europe

Ukrainian drones hit more sites of Russian online retailer Wildberries

Ukrainian drones struck multiple locations of Russian online retailer Wildberries, killing at least eight people and injuring dozens, according to officials.

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Diplomacy & Trade

4.6 Million Ukrainians Seek Refuge as Syria’s Kurds Face New Challenges

By the end of 2022, more than 4.6 million Ukrainians had sought temporary protection in the EU, marking the largest refugee movement in Europe since the 1940s, according to the European Stability Initiative.

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Europe

Austria Turns Hitler’s Birthplace Into Police Station

Austria has opened a police station in the house where Adolf Hitler was born, in an effort to sever the site's Nazi associations, according to BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Spanish hotel chain ceases Cuba operations amid US pressure

Spanish hotel chain Meliá is to cease all operations in Cuba by the end of the week, citing 'major difficulties' under growing US pressure, according to The Guardian.

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Conflicts & Security

Zelensky Sacks Ukraine’s Army Chief Amid Protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, according to BBC.

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Europe

Spain, France Set For Star-Studded World Cup Semifinal

For the first time, FIFA’s top four teams have made the World Cup semifinals, and the France vs. Spain match is a rematch of the 2024 European Championship semifinals, according to NBC News.

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Football

FIFA President’s 47,373-Mile World Cup Tour

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has traveled 47,373 miles during the first three weeks of the 2026 World Cup, according to ESPN. His itinerary has included high-profile matches and political entanglements, including a controversial decision on U.S. player Folarin Balogun.

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Tennis

Jannik Sinner’s Girlfriend Laila Hasanovic Balances Modeling and Tennis Life

Jannik Sinner's girlfriend Laila Hasanovic, 25, has been seen at major modeling events in Europe instead of the Australian Open, where Sinner, the world No. 2, is competing. According to Sports Illustrated, she attended Paris and Copenhagen Fashion Weeks, creating a stir among fans.

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Leaders

Poland Pledges Memorial for WW2 Victims

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced the creation of a national memorial for victims of a 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists' during World War Two, according to the BBC.

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