Paris Faces Wave of Child Abuse Cases in Schools
A school assistant will go on trial in Paris on Tuesday accused of sexual mistreatment of young children in his care, according to BBC.
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Four Killed as School Minibus Hits Train in Belgium
Four people were killed when a school minibus collided with a train in northern Belgium, according to police. The bus was carrying students and staff to a special education school.
Czech Police Detain Russian Priest Over White Substance
Czech police have detained a Russian cleric after four containers of a suspicious white substance were discovered in his car, according to a statement on Monday.
Víctor Muñoz’s €40M Release Clause and Spain’s 2026 World Cup Call-Up
Víctor Muñoz remains with Osasuna for now due to a €40 million ($47 million) release clause, but Real Madrid holds a buyback option at €8 million ($9.5 million). Meanwhile, he has earned a call-up for Spain's 2026 World Cup squad.
Kyiv hit by Russian missile attack, Canada pledges $1.827B aid
Kyiv was hit by a large-scale Russian missile attack early Sunday, killing four people and injuring dozens, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy alleging the use of the feared 'Oreshnik' hypersonic missile near the capital. Separately, Canada announced $1.827 billion in aid for Ukraine.
RAF jet carrying defense secretary had GPS jammed near Russian border
An RAF jet carrying UK defense secretary John Healey had its GPS signal jammed during a three-hour flight near the Russian border. Russia is believed to be behind the incident, according to The Guardian.
Large-Scale Russian Attack on Ukraine Kills Four, Injures Dozens
A large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine left four dead and dozens injured, according to the BBC. The strikes involved hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles, with Kyiv as the main target.
Russia launches Oreshnik missile against Ukraine for third time
Russia launched an Oreshnik hypersonic missile at Bila Zerkva near Kyiv, marking its third use of the weapon against Ukraine. According to Ukrinform and local media, the missile was fired from the Kapustin Yar test site.
Rosenberg: Luhansk Strike Sparks Russian Accusations and Retaliation Vow
A strike on a college in Luhansk has sparked Russian accusations and vows of retaliation, according to BBC. The attack left 21 dead and 42 injured.
French Mom and Partner Held Until Trial After Abandoning Sons in Portugal
A French mother and her partner will remain in custody until their trial after allegedly abandoning their two young sons on a roadside in Portugal, according to court reports.
Putin Vows Retaliation After Accusing Ukraine of Dormitory Strike
Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed retaliation after accusing Ukraine of a deadly strike on a student dormitory in an occupied part of eastern Ukraine, according to BBC.
Gaza Flotilla Activists Allege Abuse, Sexual Assault in Israeli Detention
Gaza flotilla activists have alleged abuse and sexual assault by Israeli forces while in detention, according to reports from multiple sources, with some cases described as 'serious' by Germany.
US troop move to Poland sparks European uncertainty
The Trump administration announced the deployment of 5,000 troops to Poland, reversing a previous decision to reduce military presence in Europe and deepening uncertainty over its long-term strategy, according to Al Jazeera.
Macron faces pressure for reparatory justice over France’s slave trade history
French President Emmanuel Macron is under growing pressure to address reparatory justice for France’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, as the country marks the 25th anniversary of a landmark law recognizing slavery as a crime against humanity.
Gonorrhoea and Syphilis Hit Record Levels in Europe
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including gonorrhoea and syphilis have hit record levels in Europe, according to new data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).