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Serbia Condemns NATO-led Peacekeepers in Kosovo

Serbia has strongly criticized NATO-led peacekeepers stationed in Kosovo for their alleged failure to prevent "brutal actions" by Kosovo police against ethnic Serbs. The condemnation comes after violent clashes erupted between Kosovo police and ethnic Serbs, prompting Serbia's President...

Race for Next NATO Chief: Succession Process and Contenders

Jens Stoltenberg, NATO's Norwegian Secretary-General, is preparing to step down in September after serving for nine years, triggering a competitive race to find his successor. However, the process remains largely undisclosed, leaving the outcome uncertain. With the NATO summit in...

German Economy Enters Recession as Consumer Spending Declines

The German economy has officially entered a recession due to a decline in consumer spending, impacted by inflationary pressures. The gross domestic product (GDP) shrank by 0.3 percent in the first quarter compared to the previous quarter, marking the...

Greek PM Mitsotakis Forms Coalition Govt after Election

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is poised to receive an official mandate to establish a coalition government after his party, New Democracy, fell short of securing an absolute majority in the recent election. Mitsotakis garnered 40.8% of the vote,...

Russian Wagner Chief Claims Bakhmut Capture

Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner fighters, made a bold assertion that his forces had successfully captured the city of Bakhmut. However, Ukraine swiftly rejected this claim, emphasizing that the fighting was still ongoing. Prigozhin...

Northern Italy Devastated by Severe Flooding

The northern Italian regions of Emilia Romagna and Marche are reeling from the aftermath of severe flooding caused by torrential rain. The destructive storm front that swept through the area has claimed the lives of at least nine individuals...

Clash in Moldova as Pro-Russian Region Elects New Leader

Gagauzia, a pro-Russian region within Moldova, has officially endorsed the election of a new local leader with a strong inclination towards strengthening ties with Moscow. This development has caused a conflict with Moldova's pro-European government, despite the country's condemnation...

Poland Acquires HIMARS Rocket Launchers for Defense Upgrade

Introduction: Poland has successfully obtained its initial shipment of HIMARS rocket launchers from the United States, taking a significant step in fortifying its defense capabilities amidst security concerns linked to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The acquisition ceremony, attended...

France and Germany Provide Military Aid to Ukraine

France has announced additional military aid for Ukraine as it prepares for a counteroffensive against Russian forces. The aid includes light tanks, armored vehicles, and training for soldiers. The announcement came after a surprise meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr...

EU-China Relations: Lithuania Warns of Fallout

Lithuania's Foreign Minister, Gabrielius Landsbergis, has issued a warning to the European Union (EU) about the potential consequences of a deterioration in relations with China, particularly in the event of a conflict arising from the Taiwan issue. Landsbergis emphasized...

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Child Carers in Vienna Under Investigation

Two child carers from a private children's group in Vienna are facing an investigation amid accusations of mistreatment, including...