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Ukraine war briefing: Both sides vow to escalate fighting after Russia’s deadly Kyiv barrage
Zelenskyy says his forces will ‘definitely’ retaliate over Russian bombardment of capital as Kremlin vows to ramp up pressure. Wha…
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Suspect identified in Monaco parcel bombing that wounded sanctioned Ukrainian-born oligarch
Arrest warrant issued for bombing suspect who will soon be subject of an Interpol Red Notice A suspect has been identified in the …
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The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026
A powerful figure in the music industry, Clive Davis is credited with launching the careers of some of its biggest stars
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Suspect identified in Monaco parcel bombing, prosecutors say
The attack shocked the country on the Mediterranean coast, one of the world’s smallest sovereign states known for its high concent…
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Hungary revokes refugee status of fugitive Polish ex justice minister
Poland will now ask the United States whether Zbigniew Ziobro is allowed to remain on US territory without valid travel documents.
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Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
District of Columbia US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said David Hearn ripped up recently installed sealant on pool in “a deliberate act”…
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Lídia Jorge wins 2026 Camões Prize
The honour comes a year after she was invited by the President of the Republic to speak on Portugal Day, following major awards in…
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Daredevil couple charged with felonies for Empire State Building proposal stunt
The highest public floor is the 102nd, where there’s an observation deck. Going higher requires a key card, according to the court…
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Fire in squatters' homes forces evacuation of 80 residents in Valencia
A fire that broke out on Thursday in two ground-floor flats forced the preventive evacuation of 80 residents from two blocks in Va…
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Russia massive attack: 'West simply doesn't have enough interceptors', military expert says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Frank Ledwidge, Senior Lecturer in Strategy at Portsmouth University, says that "Ukraine's al…
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Eight arrested in probe into men drugging and raping partners, UK crime agency says
As part of a separate operation into such offences, EU law enforcement agency Europol said the group of countries had identified 1…
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Vatican excommunicates six ultraconservative bishops over ordination
The Vatican excommunicated six bishops from the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X on Thursday, while warning that any lay bel…
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Ukraine will retaliate for Russian attack on Kyiv: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed Thursday to retaliate for Russia's strikes on Kyiv that killed at least 21 people and…
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Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from basement eight days after twin quakes
The earthquakes destroyed tens of thousands of buildings across northern Venezuela, killing more than 2,200 people, and leaving La…
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Man accused of ordering Daphne Caruana Galizia murder paid hitmen’s legal fees, court hears
Yorgen Fenech said to have spent €400,000 on fees for men convicted of car bombing that killed investigative journalist A business…
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‘Truly international’ network of drug-facilitated rape uncovered by UK crime agency
NCA says offenders arrange to sexually assault and film victims via online networks with crimes often taking place in trusting rel…
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Von der Leyen unveils major EU support initiatives in strategic trip to Armenia
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a significant economic and political support package to Armenia durin…
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UN to close its human rights office in Burkina Faso following junta's suspension
Junta chief captain Ibrahim Traoré has pursued anti-Western policies since seizing power in a coup in September 2022, while critic…
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'No cherry-picking': Pressure mounts on Ireland to stop alumina sales to Russia
The scandal over alumina sales to Russia continues to dog Ireland as it takes over the rotating presidency of the EU Council, but …
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Russia steps up use of jet-powered drones beyond the reach of Ukrainian interceptors
Launched in hundreds within just a few hours, attack drones play a key role in Russia’s aerial campaign against Ukraine. Moscow is…
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French aerobatic team stages flypast over New York for US anniversary
Patrouille de France flies over New York with Alpha Jets and coloured smoke during celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of t…
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Poland charges two men with spying for Belarus
The suspects allegedly recorded members of the Belarusian minority in Poland and sent the material to Minsk.
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Heat in Portugal: fires have already mobilised over 1,000 firefighters
From midnight to 3 p.m. Thursday, 1,995 responders and hundreds of assets tackled rural fires on the mainland; Civil Protection re…
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EU institutions pile on pressure for 'ambitious' budget with new resources
As member states negotiate a €2 trillion long-term budget, the European Commission is advocating for tangible proposals on new rev…