British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense pressure to step down after more than 90 Labour MPs called for his resignation. The Labour leader's survival is attributed to factional divisions and reluctance to embarrass the monarchy, according to party insiders.
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Germany and Ukraine will jointly develop drones with ranges up to 1,500 kilometers, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced. Meanwhile, EU officials note a shifting war dynamic as Russian losses hit record highs.
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Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina announced her resignation after a coalition partner withdrew support. The collapse followed disputes over drone incidents near the Russian border.
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The US Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chair on Wednesday, replacing Jerome Powell. Warsh takes office amid rising inflation and political tensions over interest rates.
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British Health Secretary Wes Streeting has resigned, escalating tensions within the Labour Party and increasing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer. At least 81 Labour MPs are now demanding Starmer’s resignation or a leadership transition plan.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives Saturday for a four-day visit to India, seeking to mend frayed ties. The trip includes a likely briefing on President Trump’s recent summit with China’s Xi Jinping, from which India felt excluded.
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U.S. President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to address Taiwan and other key issues. The summit marks the first U.S. presidential trip to China in nearly a decade.
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The upcoming selection of Austria's public broadcaster ORF's director-general has become a political battleground. Former ProSiebenSat.1 executive Markus Breitenecker has officially applied, while critics question the independence of the process.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced loud boos and jeers during his speech at the DGB union congress as he defended planned pension reforms. Former union leader Claus Weselsky accused Merz of lacking connection to workers, calling his remarks "repulsive."
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Bas Eickhout, co-chair of the Greens in the European Parliament, announced his immediate resignation as an MEP. The 49-year-old Dutch politician cited personal reflection and energy depletion after 17 years in office, while denying his relationship with a younger colleague prompted the decision.
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Austria has approved longer intervals for mandatory vehicle inspections, known as the "Pickerl," bringing the country closer to EU minimum standards. The new rules will take effect by January 2027 and apply to all vehicles, including tractors.
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Slovenia's parliament has elected conservative leader Janez Janša as prime minister for the fourth time. The 67-year-old veteran politician secured 51 votes in the 90-seat assembly, facing strong opposition from the outgoing government.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo's football team must undergo a 21-day isolation period before traveling to the USA for the World Cup due to an Ebola outbreak. The team canceled training camps and fan events in Kinshasa as a precaution.
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The EU is pushing for a unified ticketing system to make cross-border train travel as easy as booking a flight. Studies suggest this could increase long-distance rail travel by over 40%.
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England's head coach Thomas Tuchel has announced a surprising 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup, including Ivan Toney but excluding stars like Phil Foden and Trent Alexander-Arnold. The selection, revealed in a Beatles-themed video, has sparked debate among fans and players alike.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed granting Ukraine an associated membership status in the European Union. The move comes as Ukraine continues its push for full EU membership following Russia's 2022 invasion.
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Italy's Parliament has finalized approval of reforms to South Tyrol's autonomy statute, including an official name change for the region. The amendments emphasize the autonomous status of South Tyrol and Trentino provinces.
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Austrian filmmaker Sandra Wollner has won the main prize in the Un Certain Regard section at the 79th Cannes Film Festival for her film 'Everytime'. The Berlin-based director's third feature explores family dynamics after a tragic accident.
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The U.S. Treasury Department has renewed a temporary waiver allowing the purchase of Russian crude oil and petroleum products already aboard ships. The extension aims to help vulnerable countries maintain energy access while global prices remain elevated.
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The European Union is preparing to host Taliban representatives in Brussels for technical-level talks on deportations to Afghanistan. EU officials previously met with Taliban delegates in Kabul in January to discuss the issue.
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