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Sweden Faces Government Deadlock

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Sweden’s Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson has abandoned her attempt to form a new government after failing to secure enough parliamentary support. Her decision comes despite the centre-left bloc winning a narrow majority in the September 13 election.

The centre-left bloc holds 176 seats in the 349-member parliament, compared with 173 for the centre-right. Andersson said she could not form a government after the Left Party withdrew its support, while the parliament’s speaker is expected to next ask Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to attempt to form a government.

The process could involve several rounds of negotiations. The speaker can put forward up to four candidates for parliamentary approval; if all are rejected, Sweden would hold a new election. The political uncertainty comes alongside police investigations into several complaints of possible election fraud.

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Macron Highlights Europe’s Judeo-Christian Heritage

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French President Emmanuel Macron said Europe was built on a “Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian foundation” during a speech alongside Pope Leo in Metz on Monday. His remarks came during the pope’s four-day visit to France.

Macron said Europe’s heritage helped shape ideas around the individual and freedom, while describing the European Union as a political project based on peace and equality. His comments stood out in France, where the constitution establishes a secular state and debates over religion and national identity remain prominent.

Macron also warned that Europe faces threats from war, social fragmentation and online disinformation. He said digital algorithms can amplify negative emotions and deepen divisions, urging Europeans to resist divisive nationalism and maintain dialogue.

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Three Migrants Die in Channel Crossing

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Three migrants, including a 10-year-old child, died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to Britain on an overcrowded inflatable dinghy, French authorities said. The boat was carrying 105 people when maritime police received a distress call.

The local prefecture said initial information indicated that the two women and the child were crushed aboard the dinghy. All other passengers were rescued. The boat had departed from Bleriot Plage near Calais, with authorities saying smugglers have increasingly used smaller “taxi boats” to transport migrants along the coast before crossing to Britain.

The deaths come as migration remains a major issue in France and Britain. British government data showed successful Channel crossings had fallen by more than 40% through late September compared with the same period in 2025. French authorities continue to deploy police along the northern coast to prevent migrant boats from launching.

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Switzerland Rejects Stricter Neutrality Proposal

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More than 70% of Swiss voters rejected a proposal seeking a stricter interpretation of the country’s long-standing neutrality, according to official results reported by the BBC. The initiative would have required UN approval for Switzerland to impose sanctions and would have restricted closer cooperation with NATO.

The proposal was backed by the Swiss People’s Party, while the federal government and other major parties opposed it. The debate has intensified following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Switzerland’s sanctions policy and its traditional non-alignment becoming key points of discussion.

Switzerland’s neutrality dates back to its international recognition at the Congress of Vienna in 1815 and was later defined under the 1907 Hague Convention. The country’s direct-democracy system allows major political questions to be decided through national referendums.

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Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Portugal

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A Delta flight travelling from Barcelona to Boston made an emergency landing in Porto, Portugal, on Sunday afternoon after a reported mechanical issue and smoke in the cabin. Flight DL251, operated by an Airbus A330, was diverted to Porto and landed safely, according to the airline.

Flight-tracking data showed the aircraft departed Barcelona at around 3:15 p.m. local time and landed in Porto at approximately 5:45 p.m. Eight passengers were treated on the airport tarmac following the incident.

Three other passengers were taken to hospital for further treatment, Portugal’s emergency and civil protection authority told Reuters. The cause of the reported smoke and mechanical issue was not immediately detailed.

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Europe’s Record-Heat Seas Threaten Fisheries

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European waters recorded their hottest summer months since satellite observations began in 1982, with average sea-surface temperatures reaching 21.6°C between June and August. Record temperatures were reported from the English Channel to the Mediterranean, while waters near Mallorca reached 33.02°C on August 5, the highest recorded by Spain’s port authority buoy network.

The warming is rapidly altering marine ecosystems, particularly in the Bay of Biscay, where summer temperatures averaged more than 2.4°C above the 1991-2020 average. Scientists say around 95% of large kelp forests along parts of northern Spain have disappeared, affecting species including lobster, crayfish and sea urchins. Fishermen and researchers are attempting to restore damaged kelp forests by planting laboratory-grown seedlings.

Warmer waters are also allowing species such as octopus to expand into northern European waters. In southern England, octopus landings have risen from less than 30 tonnes annually before 2025 to more than 3,000 tonnes so far this year. While some fishermen have benefited by switching to octopus, others report sharp declines in crabs, lobsters and scallops, highlighting the unpredictable economic impact of rapidly changing marine ecosystems.

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Pope Leo Draws Huge Paris Crowds for Mass During France Visit

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More than 600,000 people registered to attend an outdoor Mass with Pope Leo in Paris on Saturday, making it the largest scheduled event of his four-day visit to France. Crowds began gathering before sunrise along the Champs-Élysées, while police closed nearby streets ahead of the pope’s journey in an open-top popemobile.

During his visit, Pope Leo has spoken about the need for peace and warned that international institutions such as the United Nations and other multilateral organisations are facing a crisis. At UNESCO headquarters in Paris on Friday, he also renewed his concerns about artificial intelligence and its potential impact on humanity.

The pope’s France trip also includes meetings connected to the Catholic Church’s response to clergy abuse scandals. On Sunday, he is scheduled to meet seven abuse survivors in Lourdes. His itinerary includes Paris, Lourdes and Metz, where he is due to address themes including Europe’s future and peace.

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Italy’s Catania Airport Shuts as Mount Etna Ash Disrupts Flights

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Flights at Italy’s Catania airport were suspended on Saturday after volcanic ash from Mount Etna’s ongoing activity, along with weather conditions, disrupted operations, according to the company operating the Sicilian airport. All arrivals have been suspended until 1000 GMT on Sunday.

Catania airport is Italy’s fifth-busiest by passenger traffic and frequently faces disruptions caused by Mount Etna, Europe’s highest and most active volcano. The latest closure comes during the peak holiday season, when the airport is handling large numbers of travellers.

Volcanic ash from Etna has been particularly intense this summer, causing repeated flight disruptions and affecting thousands of passengers. Authorities and airport operators continue to monitor the volcanic activity and conditions before determining when normal flight operations can resume.

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Students Across Germany Protest Possible Return of Compulsory Military Service

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School strikes and demonstrations are taking place across Germany in opposition to the possible reintroduction of compulsory military service. Protesters in cities including Hamburg, Berlin, Kiel and Frankfurt have called on the government to rule out mandatory service, with organisers saying more than 100 demonstrations are planned.

Germany introduced a voluntary military service system in January, aimed at increasing the number of armed forces personnel. Under the new law, all 18-year-old men are required to complete a questionnaire and undergo a medical examination, while the questionnaire is voluntary for women. Compulsory service could be introduced if Germany’s security situation worsens or insufficient volunteers join.

The protests come as Chancellor Friedrich Merz pushes to strengthen Germany’s military amid concerns over Russia and changing European security needs. Germany currently has around 186,700 active troops and plans to increase this to 260,000 by the early 2030s, alongside about 200,000 reservists, to meet new NATO targets. Compulsory military service was suspended in Germany in 2011.

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Finnair Adapts Pilot Training Amid Daily Baltic GPS Interference

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Finnair has changed its pilot training and flight operations to deal with daily GPS interference in the Baltic region, CEO Turkka Kuusisto told Reuters. The airline says pilots are trained to operate safely in airspace affected by satellite-navigation disruptions.

GPS interference has intensified across the Baltic region as European airlines operate closer to NATO’s eastern flank following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Finnair has stopped flying over Russia and Belarus, increasing its exposure to the Baltic area, where satellite navigation signals have faced frequent disruption.

Finnair previously suspended flights to Tartu, Estonia, for about a month in 2024 after GPS interference affected safe approaches. Modern aircraft can use multiple backup navigation systems, but Finnair says the growing scale of interference has attracted interest from airlines in regions where such disruptions are less common.

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