Ursula von der Leyen survived a motion of censure — but not without sustaining damage. In Strasbourg, tensions within her pro-European coalition burst into the open, with allies accusing her party of flirting with the far…
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Brussels pushes to block budget payouts to EU’s democratic backsliders – POLITICO
The move is likely to exacerbate tensions between the Commission and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who faces the very real prospect of losing power after 15 years in an election slated for 2026. He’s had a turbulent relationship…
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Russia attacks again as Zelenskyy meets US senators – DW – 07/11/2025
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with two US senators on Thursday night to discuss improving his country’s air defense and toughening sanctions against Russia.
In a post on social media early, Zelenskyy said he had met with…
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Russian strikes damage Kharkiv maternity ward – DW – 07/11/2025
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with two US senators on Thursday night to discuss improving his country’s air defense and toughening sanctions against Russia.
In a post on social media early, Zelenskyy said he had met with…
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Blue Sharks May Be Secret Chameleons, Scientists Discover : ScienceAlert
The blue shark (Prionace glauca) might be more than its name. Scientists investigating the sleek ocean predator’s skin discovered nanostructures that not only produce its signature hue, but also potentially let it change color like a…
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Russia asks chemical weapons watchdog to investigate Ukraine
Kiev has a vast program to produce banned substances, Moscow claims
Russia has asked the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to investigate its claim that Ukrainian troops are using toxic…
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Rubio in bind as he seeks to reassure Asia, even as region faces punishing Trump tariffs | Tariffs
Even as they face among the most punitive tariffs globally, US secretary of state Marco Rubio has sought to reassure southeast Asian nations of Washington’s commitment to the region, saying countries there may get “better” trade deals than…
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Plot to kidnap London restaurant owner raises alarm about growing Russian sabotage
London’s Michelin-starred restaurant Hide is known for its extravagant dining experience, extensive wine list and signature twisting oak staircase.
It is a place where diners indulge in “posh” 36-pound ($75) black truffle scrambled eggs in the…
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European leaders announce new equity fund for Ukraine and urge investment even as war accelerates
ROME — European leaders urged private business and equity on Thursday to invest in rebuilding Ukraine now, even as Russia accelerates its war, as they opened an annual recovery conference with announcements of a new equity fund and…
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