France Passes Social Security Budget by Razor-Thin Margin

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French lawmakers approved the 2026 social security budget in a tense vote, offering Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a short-term political victory but exposing deep fractures within the government. The bill passed by just 13 votes, emphasizing the fragile state of a parliament where no party holds a majority. To secure Socialist support, Lecornu agreed to […]

France Set for Modest Year-End Growth Despite Political Turmoil

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France’s economy is poised to grow 0.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, supported mainly by strong industrial activity, according to the Bank of France’s latest business sentiment survey. Although slower than the 0.5% recorded in the previous quarter, the country remains on track to meet or potentially exceed the government’s full-year growth target of […]

Lithuania Declares Emergency Over Balloon Incursions from Belarus

By admin December 9, 2025 No comment

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Lithuania has declared a state of emergency after a surge of smuggler balloons crossing from Belarus repeatedly disrupted national airspace and forced the temporary closure of Vilnius Airport. Authorities say the balloons, allegedly used to transport illegal cigarettes, represent a “hybrid attack” that threatens both civil aviation and national security. Belarus denies any

Kremlin Rejects Claims Putin Wants Soviet Revival or NATO Attack

By admin December 9, 2025 No comment

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The Kremlin has dismissed European accusations that Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to restore the Soviet Union or launch an attack on NATO. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that such claims were false and disrespectful, insisting that Putin has repeatedly stated it is impossible to recreate the U.S.S.R. Putin, who once described the Soviet […]

Italy Awaits UNESCO Recognition for Its Culinary Heritage

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Italy’s iconic food culture, from pasta and pizza to regional dishes like risotto and orecchiette, is on the brink of global recognition as UNESCO’s “Intangible Cultural Heritage.” A UNESCO panel has recommended adding Italian cuisine to the prestigious list, with the final decision expected on Wednesday. The bid, launched in 2023 by Italy’s agriculture and […]

X Blocks EU Advertising After €120M Fine

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Elon Musk’s social media platform X has banned the European Commission from running adverts on the site, days after being fined €120 million (£105m) by the EU under the Digital Services Act. The fine accused X of misleading users through its blue tick verification system, which the regulator said was not actually verifying identities and […]

Ukraine Prepares New Peace Plan, Zelensky Rejects Territorial Concessions

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Ukraine is set to present a revised peace proposal to the United States, aiming to avoid territorial concessions to Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that ceding land is not an option, citing Ukrainian law, the constitution, and international law. His comments came during meetings with European and NATO leaders, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure […]

Greek Farmers Halt Airports and Borders Over Delayed EU Funds

By admin December 8, 2025 No comment

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Greek farmers launched nationwide protests on Monday, shutting down Crete’s Heraklion airport, blocking roads and border crossings, and clashing with police over delays in European Union subsidy payments. Thousands of tractors and trucks created blockades in more than 20 locations, with air traffic disrupted after demonstrators forced their way onto the airport runway.

Zelensky to Hold High-Level Talks in London on Peace Proposals

By admin December 8, 2025 No comment

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, at Downing Street. The discussion comes amid a US-driven push for Ukraine to accept concessions in peace talks with Russia. The meeting follows negotiations in Florida, where Zelensky’s team pushed […]

UK Unveils Atlantic Strategy to Counter Rising Russian Undersea Threat

By admin December 8, 2025 No comment

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The Royal Navy has launched a new Atlantic strategy featuring advanced underwater drones and surveillance systems to protect vital subsea infrastructure from Russia’s growing presence. A key component, the SG-1 Fathom submarine glider, is being trialled to autonomously patrol for months, detect hostile submarines and support the Atlantic Bastion programme — a network of