EU pitches security hub to protect Black Sea from Russia’s threats and ‘shadow fleet’
The security hub in the Black Sea envisioned by the European Commission could help oversee an eventual peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Read More
‘Jury is still out’ on US-Iran nuclear talks outcome, says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi
Although it remains to be seen whether a deal will be reached, the ongoing discussions between Washington and Tehran are a positive sign, according to Rafael Grossi. Read more at…
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Kevin Costner sued by stunt double over unscripted rape scene in ‘Horizon’
According to lead stunt double Devyn LaBella, she was forced to perform an unscripted rape scene without proper protocols. Her lawsuit alleges that she was brought in without advance warning,…
Shooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border: Latvia is preparing for an emergency
To protect themselves from unpleasant surprises, Poland and the Baltic states are fortifying their EU external border with tank barriers and minefields. And Latvia has introduced “military lessons” as a…
Macron meets ‘great friend’ Subianto in Indonesia to discuss defence and trade
French President Emmanuel Macron is in Indonesia to discuss boosting defence and trade with his counterpart Prabowo Subianto. It marks the second stop on his week-long Southeast Asia tour. Read…
Germany agrees €5 bln in aid to Ukraine and joint production of long-range weapons
Germany has agreed a new €5 billion aid package for Ukraine and joint production of long-range weapons systems during Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Berlin. Read More
French court sentences ex-surgeon to 20 years in prison in country’s largest sex abuse trial
Joël Le Scouarnec received the maximum sentence for multiple rapes and sexual assaults on minors. Read More
Military-free Iceland should have ‘skin in the game’ in securing Arctic region, PM says
The country’s prime minister stressed on Wednesday that although the island nation doesn’t have a military, “that doesn’t mean we don’t have strong defences and a role to play in…
Europe wants seamless international train travel. Deutsche Bahn says it’s getting there
The EU is expected to propose legislation this year to make passenger rights to rebooking and reimbursement mandatory. Read More