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Conflicts & Security

Niger suspends nine French media bodies: Watchdog slams ‘abusive’ decision

Niger's military government has suspended nine French media organizations, a move condemned by Reporters Without Borders as 'abusive.' According to a statement, the decision was 'immediate' and applies to various platforms.

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Europe

Rosenberg: Russia’s Victory Day Parade With No Tanks Sparks Concern

Russia's Victory Day parade, which typically showcases military hardware, will feature no tanks or missiles this year—a sign that the war in Ukraine is not going to plan, according to BBC reporter Rosenberg.

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Football

PSG Beats Bayern to Champions League Final

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 in a tense Champions League semifinal to book a spot in the final against Arsenal. PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi hailed the win as a step toward a second star in the competition.

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Conflicts & Security

Zelensky Announces Ceasefire Amid Intensified Drone Attacks on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a unilateral ceasefire ahead of Russia’s planned truce for Victory Day, as Russia launched a wave of attacks involving 89 drones and ballistic missiles. At least 27 people were killed in eastern Ukraine before the ceasefire took effect.

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Europe

Russia ignores Ukraine’s unilateral ceasefire and attacks kindergarten

Ukraine accused Russia of breaching a unilateral ceasefire by launching drone attacks on several cities, including a strike that killed one woman at a kindergarten. According to the BBC, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia had carried out 'active hostilities and terrorist shelling' despite Kyiv's announced truce.

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Conflicts & Security

Ukrainian Civilians Trapped in Frontline City ‘Road of Death’

Ukrainian civilians in Oleshky face a 'humanitarian crisis' as they remain trapped in a city cut off from supplies and surrounded by danger, according to the Ukrainian commissioner for human rights.

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Europe

Russian attacks kill ahead as Ukraine faces intensified drone and missile strikes

Russian forces have intensified their aerial attacks on Ukraine, using record numbers of guided bombs and drones. In recent days, more than 3,270 attack drones and 1,370 guided bombs were launched against the country, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Europe

Russian Attacks Kill at Least 20 in Ukraine

Russian attacks killed at least 20 people across Ukraine on Tuesday ahead of rival unilateral ceasefires proposed separately by Moscow and Kyiv, according to the BBC.

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Europe

Russian attacks kill five at Ukraine’s Naftogaz gas facilities

Russian air strikes on Ukrainian state-run gas facilities killed five people, according to officials. The attack occurred a day after Kyiv and Moscow announced unilateral ceasefires.

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Europe

Three Russian Diplomats Expelled from Austria Over Spying Claims

Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats, accusing them of spying, according to a BBC report.

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Innovation

Ukrainian Drone Hits Upmarket Moscow Building Ahead of Victory Day

A Ukrainian drone hit an upscale residential high-rise in Moscow on Monday, causing visible damage but no casualties, according to the BBC.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Canada First Non-European Nation at EPC Summit

Canada is set to become the first non-European country to attend a European Political Community summit as Prime Minister Mark Carney joins the 48-plus nation meeting in Yerevan, Armenia, according to The Guardian.

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Europe

Russian Strikes Kill 10 as Zelensky Claims Oil Tankers Hit

Russian drone and missile strikes in Ukraine killed 10 people and injured at least 76 over the past day, according to Ukrainian officials. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Ukraine struck three Russian oil tankers and a warship.

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Europe

Germany Troop Cuts Send Concerns to US, Russia

Two top U.S. Republicans say cutting 5,000 troops in Germany risks sending the wrong signal to Russia, according to BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Germany troop withdrawal anticipated as US shifts focus

The US plans to withdraw around 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to 12 months, according to a Pentagon statement. The move has drawn mixed reactions from European allies and US lawmakers.

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