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Residents Alarmed After Racist Graffiti Sparks Fear in Belfast Building

Residents of Belfast's Bass Buildings are fearful after racist graffiti containing a death threat was found. Police are investigating the incident as a hate crime, with community members expressing shock and concern over their safety and freedoms.

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BBC A woman, pictured from the shoulders up, wearing a gold and red scarf and a black jacket. She has brown and blonde hair.

Marco Rubio Meets Viktor Orbán in Budapest Ahead of Hungary's Crucial Election

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Hungary's Viktor Orbán amid a critical election and EU tensions. EU's Kaja Kallas rejects US claims of Europe's decline, emphasizing strong transatlantic ties and ongoing diplomatic efforts.

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US secretary of state Marco Rubio meets with Hungary's prime minister Viktor Orbán in Budapest.

Dart Frog Toxin Epibatidine Linked to Alexei Navalny's Death, UK and Allies Say

UK and European allies report that Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed by epibatidine, a rare and potent toxin from South American poison dart frogs, with Russia denying involvement.

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Getty Images An Anthony's poison arrow frog perched on a leaf. Its skin is red with white stripes

Ukraine's Former Energy Minister Detained Attempting to Exit Country Amid Corruption Probe

Ukraine's former energy minister German Galushchenko was detained while attempting to leave the country amid a $100m corruption scandal involving embezzlement in the energy sector, intensifying pressure on the government and highlighting ongoing anti-corruption efforts.

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Reuters German Galushchenko, with grey hair, beard, and glasses with a neutral expression. He is standing next to Volodymyr Zelensky. Both men are wearing black jackets.

EU’s Kallas Rejects Claims of Europe’s Decline After Rubio’s Munich Speech

EU’s Kaja Kallas refutes claims of Europe’s decline after Rubio’s Munich speech, emphasizing Russia’s weakened state and the need for clear EU demands in peace talks. Latvia’s president and EU leaders discuss Ukraine’s accession prospects amid ongoing challenges.

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Kaja Kallas speaks during the last day of the Munich Security Conference

Rubio Affirms US-Europe Unity Amid Critiques at Munich Security Conference

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the US commitment to the transatlantic alliance at the Munich Security Conference, while critiquing European policies and emphasizing defence cooperation amid ongoing global conflicts and security challenges.

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Reuters Marco Rubio stands at a podium with two microphones, addressing an audience against a blue backdrop displaying the letters “msc”.

PM Starmer Urges Europe to Prepare for Defence at Munich Security Conference

At the Munich Security Conference, PM Sir Keir Starmer urged Europe to prepare for defence, announced UK deployment to the Arctic, reaffirmed NATO commitments, and called for closer UK-EU economic ties amid domestic political challenges.

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Getty Images Prime Minister Starmer speaking at the conference. He is wearing a black suit and white shirt with a dark-coloured patterened tie.

Munich Security Conference: Starmer and Rubio Address Europe's Defence and US Relations

At the Munich Security Conference, Senator Rubio praised Europe while warning of security challenges. UK PM Starmer emphasized Europe's defence responsibility and closer UK-EU ties. Ursula von der Leyen called for a stronger, more independent Europe amid global crises.

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Britain's PM Keir Starmer and foreign secretary Yvette Cooper.

Italy Proposes Memorial Day for Arandora Star Tragedy Honouring Scottish Italians

Italy is considering a national memorial day on October 11 to honour the victims of the Arandora Star sinking, including 100 Scottish Italians. The day would commemorate the wartime tragedy and the last survivor, Rando Bertoia, with cross-party support in parliament.

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Philip Melia An elderly man in a striped shirt, grey tank top and grey trousers sits on a sofa next to a life buoy ring with the name Arandora Star on it

Two Britons and One French National Die in French Alps Avalanche

An avalanche in the French Alps killed two Britons and one French skier. The incident occurred in Val d'Isère amid a red avalanche alert. A manslaughter investigation is underway.

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Getty Images Scenes of skiing and activity on the slopes of the world famous ski resort of Val D'Isere Scenes of skiing and activity on the slopes of the world famous ski resort of Val D'Isere

Germany's Merz Warns Rules-Based World Order No Longer Exists

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns the rules-based world order no longer exists amid rising global tensions and a transatlantic divide at the Munich Security Conference.

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EPA/Shutterstock German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz delivers a speech during the 62nd Munich Security Conference. Photo: 13 February 2026

Taoiseach Names Freddie Scappaticci as Stakeknife in Irish Parliament

Taoiseach Micheál Martin named Freddie Scappaticci as Stakeknife in parliament, revealing his role as a British agent within the Provisional IRA and calling for Sinn Féin's apology. Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald responded with an apology and called for truth and justice.

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Reuters Micheál Martin is looking at the camera but his head is turned to the side. He has short grey hair.