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Trump's Confrontational Stance at NATO Summit Raises Questions for Ukraine

At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Trump takes a combative stance amid divisions over Russia's war in Ukraine, defense spending, and US-Israel tensions, while Zelenskyy rallies support against Russia's advances in Kyiv.

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Group of people protesting against Russian actions in Ukraine with Ukrainian flags in Portugal.

Teen Arrested After Two 13-Year-Old Girls Seriously Injured in German School Attack

Two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured in a school attack in Schongau, Germany. A 16-year-old suspect carrying a knife and firearm was arrested. Police continue investigating the incident described as a "rampage." Support has been offered to families.

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Emergency service vehicles with flashing lights outside a school building, the road is quiet.

German Doctor Sentenced to Life for Killing 15 Patients

A German palliative care doctor, Johannes M., was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering 15 patients between 2021 and 2024. Prosecutors are investigating 76 more cases, potentially marking one of Germany's worst serial murder cases.

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A close up of a person's hands as they prepare an injection

Investigation Underway After Woman's Death in Killarney Estate

A woman in her 40s, identified as Jamey Carney, was found dead at a Killarney home. Gardaí are investigating, appealing for witnesses with footage from July 6-7. Local councillors express devastation as the community mourns.

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Councillor John O'Donoghue being interviewed by a TV crew in front of a wall surrounding the Homeland estate in Killarney. He has short dark hair and is wearing a red top and beige trousers. There is a blue and yellow garda car and yellow traffic cones in the foreground. Two officers in blue uniform are standing further into the estate, which consists of large detached houses.

Nato Allies Commit £37bn to New Long-Range Missile Project

Twelve Nato countries, including the UK, will invest £37bn in a new long-range missile system to enhance European defense, discussed at the Ankara summit amid tensions with Russia and calls for increased defense spending.

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British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (R) and British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper (L) disembark from a plane at Esenboga Airport ahead of the 2026 Nato summit in Ankara, 7 July

Households Advised to Conserve Water Amid Rising Temperatures

NI Water and Uisce Éireann urge households in Northern Ireland and the Republic to conserve water as temperatures rise, with heatwave conditions expected and water restrictions in place in some areas.

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A woman waters flowers in the garden with a hose.

Marine Le Pen Announces 2027 Presidential Run, Appeals Ankle Tag Conviction

Marine Le Pen announces her 2027 presidential bid and appeals her conviction requiring an electronic ankle tag for embezzlement of EU funds.

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Marine Le Pen arrives at the Paris courthouse

Court Ruling Allows Marine Le Pen to Run in France’s Presidential Race

Marine Le Pen’s appeal court ruling reduces her ban, allowing her to run in France’s presidential race despite a jail term and electronic monitoring order. She has appealed to the highest court, keeping her candidacy alive amid complex legal and political challenges.

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Marine Le Pen in a pale pink blazer walks past a blurred security officer in a corridor

Marine Le Pen Confirms 2027 French Presidential Bid Amid Legal Challenges

Marine Le Pen confirms her 2027 presidential run while appealing a conviction requiring her to wear an electronic tag for embezzlement of €2.8m EU funds.

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Carlo Rovelli Warns of Nuclear Apocalypse Amid Calls Against Rearmament

Theoretical physicist Carlo Rovelli warns the world is near nuclear catastrophe, opposing NATO rearmament despite Russian aggression. He highlights mutual fear, historical lessons, and leadership failures raising the risk of nuclear conflict.

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Children crouch under school desks during a drill in a classroom. Students at a Brooklyn middle school have a 'duck and cover' practice drill in preparation for a nuclear attack; silver print, 1962.

New Award Established to Honor Nobel Laureate John Hume's Legacy

The Irish government will fund a new annual award honoring Nobel Laureate John Hume's legacy, recognizing Europeans who embody his values and contributions to peace and unity.

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John Hume, wearing a dark suit, white shirt, stands on the walls of Derry. He is looking at the camera while the houses of the city's Bogside can be seen in the background

EU Maintains Biometric Border Controls Despite Challenges at 20 Key Points

The EU has declined to suspend new biometric border controls despite operational challenges at 20 key points, emphasizing ongoing improvements and the system's role in enhancing security.

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A hand rests on a fingerprint scanner device while a screen displays a green success message