Germany Introduces Voluntary Military Service for 18-Year-Olds

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Germany’s parliament has approved a voluntary military service program for 18-year-olds, marking a major shift in the country’s defense policy. From January 2026, all 18-year-olds will receive a questionnaire asking if they are interested in joining the armed forces. While participation will initially be voluntary for men and women, mandatory medical exams for men

Germany’s Merz Wins Crucial Vote on Pensions Reform Despite Internal Revolt

By admin December 5, 2025 No comment

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz secured an absolute majority in parliament on Friday for his controversial pensions bill, overcoming resistance from younger members of his own conservative bloc. The draft, which guarantees current pension levels until 2031, passed with 319 votes, indicating it likely succeeded without the support of opposition parties. The vote came after

Macron Stresses Need for U.S.–Europe Unity on Ukraine

By admin December 5, 2025 No comment

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French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed that unity between Europe and the United States remains crucial in supporting Ukraine. Speaking during a visit to China, Macron dismissed suggestions that he had questioned Washington’s commitment to Kyiv, insisting there was “no mistrust” and underscoring that transatlantic cooperation is vital on the issue. Macron welcomed the

Ukraine Condemns Diver Sofiia Lyskun for Switching Allegiance to Russia

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The Ukrainian Diving Federation has condemned diver Sofiia Lyskun after the 23-year-old European champion switched her sporting nationality to Russia. The federation said Lyskun changed her citizenship without informing Ukrainian officials, calling the move “categorically unacceptable” and harmful to the reputation of the national team. Lyskun, who competed for Ukraine at

Faroe Islands Ends Decades-Old Abortion Ban with Historic Vote

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The Faroe Islands has voted to legalise abortion up to the 12th week of pregnancy, ending one of Europe’s most restrictive abortion laws. The new legislation, passed in a tight 17–16 vote after intense debate, replaces rules dating back to 1956 that allowed abortions only in exceptional circumstances such as rape, incest, serious fetal abnormalities […]

Eurovision Faces Major Rift as Israel Cleared to Compete, Prompting Multiple Withdrawals

By admin December 5, 2025 No comment

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) decided not to hold a vote on Israel’s participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, confirming the country’s entry and triggering an immediate backlash. Broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia announced their withdrawal from the contest, citing the mounting death toll in Gaza and accusing Israel of

24 Aid Workers on Trial in Greece for Alleged Migrant Smuggling

By admin December 4, 2025 No comment

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Two dozen aid workers went on trial in Greece on Thursday, accused of migrant smuggling and money laundering, in a case that human rights groups have condemned as an attempt to criminalize humanitarian aid. The defendants, linked to the Emergency Response Center International (ERCI), operated on Lesbos between 2016 and 2018, rescuing refugees crossing the […]

Vatican Commission Rules Out Women Serving as Catholic Deacons

By admin December 4, 2025 No comment

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A high-level Vatican commission has voted against allowing women to serve as Catholic deacons, upholding the Church’s tradition of all-male clergy. The decision came in a 7-1 vote and was reported to Pope Leo, with the findings released publicly on Thursday. While the commission ruled out the possibility at this time, it recommended continued study […]

Italian Police Request Governance Records from 13 Fashion Brands

By admin December 4, 2025 No comment

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Italian police visited the headquarters of 13 major fashion brands, including Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Prada, and Gucci, requesting documents on governance and supply-chain controls. The action is part of an investigation into alleged worker abuse at subcontractors, although none of the companies are under formal investigation or subject to court-appointed

Turkey Urges Russia and Ukraine to Keep Energy Facilities Out of Conflict

By admin December 4, 2025 No comment

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Turkey has asked Russia, Ukraine, and other actors involved in the war to avoid targeting energy infrastructure, stressing the need for uninterrupted energy supply amid rising attacks near the Turkish coast. Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said Ankara is alarmed by recent drone strikes on Russia-linked vessels in the Black Sea, urging all sides to protect […]