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Viktor Orbán Offered Full Support to Putin in October Call, Transcript Reveals

A transcript reveals Viktor Orbán told Vladimir Putin in October, "I am at your service," offering extensive support amid Hungary's tense election and scrutiny over Kremlin ties.

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JD Vance and Viktor Orbán shake hands stood in front of a US national flag and a Hungarian national flag

One Dead After High-Speed Train Hits Military Lorry in France

A high-speed train collided with a military lorry at a level crossing in northern France, resulting in the death of the train driver and multiple injuries. Officials and unions call for transparency as rail services face disruptions.

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AFP via Getty Images A train is on the left of the image with the front section seriously damaged. Emergency services in hi-vis are on the scene

Violet Gibson's 1926 Attempt to Assassinate Mussolini Nearly Changed History

Violet Gibson nearly assassinated Mussolini in 1926, grazing his nose before her gun jammed. Imprisoned and later institutionalized, her attempt remains the closest of four on Il Duce. Her story inspired cultural works and a commemorative plaque in Dublin.

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Italian Ministry of the Interior 7 April 1926 Custody mugshot of Violet Gibson

JD Vance Visits Hungary to Support Viktor Orban Ahead of Crucial Election

US Vice-President JD Vance visits Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of a critical election amid energy challenges and political controversies.

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Fuel Price Protests Cause Slow Traffic Convoys Across Ireland

Protests against rising fuel prices in Ireland have caused slow-moving traffic convoys on major roads, with Gardaí managing congestion and Dublin Airport warning of disruptions. Fuel costs have surged due to Middle East conflicts affecting oil trade.

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Getty Images / stock image Two gardaí on the side of a road. One is wearing a dark coloured jacket which says garda. The other is wearing a high-viz yellow jacket. There is a large red lorry and a black BMW driving past while an orange lorry and a white van can be seen further in the distance.

JD Vance Visits Budapest to Support Viktor Orbán Ahead of Hungarian Election

US Vice-President JD Vance visits Budapest to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary's parliamentary election, highlighting Orbán's significance for the Maga movement amid opposition criticism and EU tensions.

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US vice-president JD Vance waves as he boards Air Force Two to depart for Budapest, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

Man in Late 60s Dies in Two-Car Crash Near Irish Border

A man in his late 60s died in a two-car crash on the N53 near the Irish border. A woman in her 20s was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Gardaí seek witnesses; road remains closed with diversions in place.

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Getty Images An Garda Síochána emblem on a yellow high viz jacket.

Dog Owners Hide Poo Bags in Hadrian's Wall, Sparking Ranger Frustration

Hadrian's Wall, a historic Roman structure, faces misuse as some dog owners hide poo bags in its cracks. Rangers and visitors express frustration, urging responsible disposal to preserve this Unesco World Heritage site.

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Northumberland National Park Authority A close up image of a section of Hadrian's Wall with its destinctive square blocks. A knotted purple and green plastic poo bag has been pushed into a crack in the wall

Hungary Claims Plot to Destroy Gas Pipeline Ahead of Election

Hungarian PM Orban calls emergency meeting after explosives found near Russian gas pipeline amid election tensions. Opposition accuses him of staging the incident; Ukraine denies involvement, suspecting a Russian false flag.

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AFP via Getty Images File picture of Viktor Orban speaking to journalists

Dublin Marks 110th Anniversary of Easter Rising with Commemorations

Dublin commemorated the 110th anniversary of the Easter Rising, a pivotal 1916 rebellion against British rule that paved the way for Irish independence. Key figures attended, including President Catherine Connolly and Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill.

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PA Media A woman with grey short hair stands facing a green wreath - she is wearing a navy coat with black trousers and shoes. it is raining.

German Men 17-45 May Need Military Approval for Extended Foreign Stays

Germany's new Military Service Modernisation Act requires men aged 17-45 to seek approval for stays abroad over three months, aiming to strengthen defenses amid rising security threats.

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EPA German army soldiers march at Hamburg Port terminal during the German Armed Forces and civilian authorities' military exercise 'Red Storm Bravo' in Hamburg, Germany, 25 September 2025

Russian Drone Strike on Ukrainian Market Kills Five, Injures 21

A Russian drone strike on a market in Nikopol, Ukraine, killed five and injured 21. Subsequent attacks and counterstrikes have escalated tensions amid stalled peace efforts.

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Reuters Photo provided by the Ukrainian prosecutor's office showing badly damaged indoor market area - a corridor with kiosks on either side with broken windows, and metal and glass strewn across the floor.

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