The trial reopening comes after a total border shutdown in September amid Russian military drills, but Warsaw warns it will close them again “in an […]
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Putin backs year-round conscription as Russia seeks to bolster military
The reform, set to begin in 2026, will eliminate traditional draft seasons and aims to improve training as Moscow tries to swell its ranks to […]
UK warns Russia launched “three of its largest attacks” on Ukrainian targets this week
British intelligence reports that in just three days, over 900 drones and dozens of missiles were launched against Ukraine, focusing especially on Kyiv. British intelligence […]
France to ban smoking in most outdoor public spaces
New rules aim to shield children from secondhand smoke in parks, beaches, school zones and more. Starting July 1, smoking will be prohibited in all […]
Russia mobilizes more soldiers in Kursk, preparing to intensify offensive on Sumy
According to the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, some 50,000 Russian troops are now positioned in the area, giving Moscow sufficient strength to launch new offensive […]
U.N. nuclear agency warns of ‘extremely fragile’ situation at Zaporizhzhia plant
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi to visit Ukraine and Russia as Europe’s largest nuclear plant relies on single external power source. The U.N.’s nuclear watchdog warned […]
Germany arrests and charges three for spying for Russia, plotting to kill ex-Ukrainian soldier
Federal Prosecutor says espionage operation aimed to pave the way for further Russian intelligence actions in Germany. Three individuals in Germany have been charged with […]
Ukraine claims drone strike on Russian arms factories in Moscow
Kyiv confirms hitting facilities producing drones, missiles, and microelectronics for the Russian military. Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed a series of targeted drone attacks on strategic […]
Germany and Ukraine announce long-range weapons deal to counter Russia
Chancellor Merz and President Zelensky sign agreement enabling Kyiv to produce arms without range restrictions, marking a shift in Western strategy. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz […]
Macron unveils new plans to curb political Islam’s influence in France
A French government report warns that the Muslim Brotherhood poses risks to national cohesion; Macron orders proposals for stronger countermeasures. President Emmanuel Macron has instructed […]