Two Chinese nationals detained in Kyiv on suspicion of attempting to steal military tech, SBU says
Both suspects have been charged with espionage connected to Ukraine’s Neptune missile system and if convicted, face up to 15 years in prison and confiscation of property. Read More
Scandal-hit Spanish government unveils new measures in bid to tackle corruption
The Spanish government published a 15-point action plan that includes using AI to flag possible cases of fraud in the public sector after corruption allegations threatened to overturn the Socialist-led…
Slovakia maintains veto on new package of EU sanctions against Russia
The bilateral talks between Brussels and Bratislava have so far failed to produce the breakthrough needed to lift Robert Fico’s veto. Read More
Greece suspends asylum claims for migrants arriving by sea from North Africa, PM Mitsotakis says
Greece continues to be a key entry point to the EU for people escaping conflict and hardship in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Read more at Read More
Indonesian forces rehearse for historic Bastille Day parade in Paris
Indonesian troops joined international forces in central Paris on Wednesday for a rehearsal ahead of France’s annual Bastille Day military parade on 14 July. Read more at Read More
French authorities raid far-right National Rally party HQ in campaign finance probe
Police and judges raided France’s far-right National Rally (RN) headquarters as part of an investigation into alleged campaign finance violations. Read More
Marseille flights and trains experience second day of disruptions as wildfires blaze in France
Marseille Airport was temporarily closed on Tuesday as wildfires raced towards the city. Read More
Volunteer teams prepare meals as Texas flood recovery continues
Volunteers are delivering hot meals to emergency crews and flood victims across Texas, as communities rally to support recovery efforts after last week’s deadly disaster. Read more at Read More
Netanyahu talks with Trump focused on release of hostages, says Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the pair also discussed a potential ceasefire in Gaza and their countries’ recent military actions against Iran. Read more at Read More
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