German Tourist Wins €986.70 Payout in Sun Lounger Dispute
A German tourist has been awarded more than €900 in compensation after losing a legal battle over sun lounger access at a Greek resort, according to court records.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Three Russian Diplomats Expelled from Austria Over Spying Claims
Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats, accusing them of spying, according to a BBC report.
French left-wing’s Melenchon says he will run for president in 2027
Jean-Luc Melenchon, the leading figure in France’s left-wing Unbowed party, says he will run in the 2027 presidential election, according to Al Jazeera.
Austrian police detain suspect in baby food tampering case
Austrian police have detained a suspect in connection with the discovery of rat poison in baby food jars on supermarket shelves. The suspect, arrested in Salzburg, is being questioned as part of an investigation into suspected 'intentional endangerment of the public,' according to the Burgenland public prosecutor’s office.
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.
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.
US to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to 12 months. The move follows comments by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the U.S. war with Iran and comes amid broader discussions about European defense responsibilities.
BAE Faces £120M Lawsuit Over Aid Aircraft Support Decision
Britain’s largest weapons manufacturer, BAE Systems, is facing a £120m lawsuit after ending support for aircraft used to deliver aid to some of the world’s most vulnerable countries, according to a report by The Guardian.
France investigates reappearance of website linked to Pelicot crimes
French prosecutors have launched an investigation into the reappearance of a website known for facilitating the crimes of Dominique Pelicot, according to the Paris prosecutor's office.
Russia Scales Back Moscow Parade Over Ukraine Threat
Russia will scale back its Moscow Victory Day parade on 9 May due to a 'terrorist threat' from Ukraine, the Kremlin said. President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized the 'current operational situation' as the reason.
Kretschmer warns Germany in ‘downward spiral’, cites Poland as model
Saxony’s Minister-President Michael Kretschmer warns that Germany is in a ‘downward spiral’ that could end in disaster, according to Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung. He calls for concrete improvements in energy policy and competitiveness.