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US sanctions more ICC judges, citing ruling on Israeli war crime probe
International court has repeatedly decried US sanctions amid its ongoing investigation into Gaza war crimes.
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France marks International Migrants Day amid growing pressure on migrant workers
On International Migrants Day, hundreds of groups across France are mobilizing to highlight migrants’ contributions and struggles as immigration rules tighten and expulsions rise. Migrant workers remain vital to sectors like restaurants and construction, even as many face years of insecurity, with e…
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Farmers protest Mercosur deal in Brussels
Hundreds of farmers in tractors protested in Brussels against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, disrupting the EU summit. Some countries pushed for stronger agricultural safeguards, while others backed the deal to boost exports. Brazil’s President Lula warned the EU that the deal must be signed now or ris…
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Elections face further delays over councils shake-up
The prospect of further suspensions to local polls has triggered a blame game between the parties.
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Lumpy skin disease sparks French farmers protests
French farmers are protesting the Mercosur trade deal and a livestock disease called lumpy skin disease, which affects cattle with painful nodules and fever. Laura Darnat, a French horse breeder and chicken farmer in Perigueux, spoke to FRANCE 24 about the farmers’ demands. They want cows vaccinated…
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Local elections at risk of delay for millions across England
Ministers say council leaders in 63 areas may postpone ballots amid wider local reforms
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Uproar in India over Bihar chief minister pulling down Muslim woman’s hijab
Nitish Kumar, a BJP ally, removes the veil of a female doctor during a government event, triggering widespread outrage.
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Former Tory donor hit with UK sanctions over alleged Russian energy role
Murtaza Lakhani is the highest-profile oil trader to have been targeted by western sanctions since 2022
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EU-Mercosur deal hangs in balance amid farmer concerns
Brazilian President Lula has warned the EU to sign the long-delayed EU-Mercosur trade deal now or risk losing Brazil’s participation altogether. France and Italy are blocking progress over concerns about protecting their agricultural sectors, while supporters such as Germany and Spain argue the deal…
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EU debates use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine
European Union leaders have gathered in Brussels to vote on the use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
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A divided E.U. races against time to tap Russian assets for Ukraine
The European Union is set to decide whether to move on Russia’s frozen assets, infuriating Moscow, possibly antagonizing the United States, to fund Ukraine.
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UK to rejoins EU's Erasmus exchange program
Britain and the European Union agreed on December 17, 2025 to allow UK students to rejoin the bloc's popular student exchange programme Erasmus+ from 2027, a small but symbolic sign of improved relations after Brexit.
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Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
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Press freedom: Scrutiny intensifies over sale of Italy’s leading newspapers
Two of Italy’s top newspapers, La Repubblica and La Stampa, are likely to be sold to Greek media tycoon Theodore Kyriakou, whose political and business links abroad have sparked concern over editorial independence. The proposed sale, which involves foreign investment from Gulf allies and has drawn i…
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Denmark’s ‘ghetto law’ targeting ‘parallel societies’ may be unlawful, EU court rules
ECJ ruling gives hope to residents in Copenhagen neighbourhood targeted due to its high percentage of residents with ‘non-western’ backgroundsResidents of a Copenhagen neighbourhood that became an international symbol of a law in Denmark known as the “ghetto law” have said they are confident they ca…
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Angry farmers block Brussels roads with tractors over Mercosur trade deal
Thousands protest as EU leaders clash over pact farmers fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods.
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Trump administration announces sale of $10 billion in weapons to Taiwan
The Trump administration has announced the sale of over $10 billion in weapons to Taiwan, a move likely to upset China. Among the weapons in the sale are medium-range missiles, drones and howitzers, The Associated Press reported. The package, if approved by Congress, will be the largest agreement wi…
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Netanyahu’s plan to take charge of October 7 panel sparks anger
Prime minister set to oversee make-up and mandate of inquiry into military failings surrounding Hamas assault
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George Osborne has a new job in tech, and it doesn’t bode well for Britain | Chris Stokel-Walker
OpenAI is the latest to make a political hire as big tech spreads its tentacles around the world. So what’s the attraction?George Osborne getting a new job isn’t exactly news. Since leaving frontline politics, the former chancellor has served as the chair of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, edit…
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