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Ireland Imposes Travel Bans on Israeli Ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Ireland has imposed travel bans on Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich amid ongoing conflict and previous international sanctions.

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EPA Itamar Ben-Gvir, left, a man with grey hair wearing glasses and a white cap, sits beside Bezalel Smotrich, a man with dark hair and greyish beard, wearing a white cap.

Zelensky Invites Putin to Face-to-Face Talks to End War

Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed direct talks with Vladimir Putin to end the war, calling for a ceasefire during negotiations. Putin acknowledged willingness to negotiate but emphasized compromises. The US supports the meeting proposal.

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EPA Volodymyr Zelensky stands at a white podium in front of a building. The podium has the Ukrainian flag on it and two microphones and the president is dressed in black and gesturing to the right side of the image with his hand

EU Takes Ireland to Court Over Peat Extraction Enforcement Failures

The EU is taking Ireland to court over inadequate enforcement of peat extraction rules, citing environmental concerns and insufficient regulation at smaller sites. Ireland maintains commercial peat extraction is regulated, while environmental groups support the legal action.

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Irish Peatland Conservation Council A wide shot of peat extraction taking place over a wide section of landscape on a cloudy day. A long narrow channel has been cut through the bog and peat briquettes are piled up along the sides. There is a forest in the distance.

Dutch Police Probe Suspected Drugging and Sexual Assault of Multiple Women

Dutch police have launched a major investigation into suspected drugging and sexual assaults of multiple women, resulting in four arrests and ongoing evidence analysis.

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Getty Images A stock image of white-and-red striped Dutch police tape, which reads 'Politie'.

Protests Erupt in Albania Over Kushner-Backed Luxury Resort Project

Protests in Tirana oppose a Kushner-backed €4bn Adriatic coast resort project, citing environmental and transparency concerns amid government assurances.

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Anadolu via Getty Images A policeman and a large group of people being hit by a jet stream from water cannon in a street

Steven Lyons Challenges Extradition from Netherlands to Spain on Crime Charges

Steven Lyons contests extradition from the Netherlands to Spain on organised crime charges amid a major investigation into the Lyons gang's criminal network spanning Europe and beyond.

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Ngurah Rai Immigration Office Police mugshot of Steven Lyons. He is standing against a white height chart and staring directly at the camera. He has heavy stubble and short dark hair, combed in a side shed. He is wearing a black t-shirt and orange prison overalls.

Ukraine Accused of Killing Four in Latest Crimea Strikes

Russian-backed authorities report four deaths in recent Ukrainian strikes on Crimea, including attacks on Simferopol and a commuter train to Kerch. Ukraine denies targeting civilians, focusing on military objectives amid ongoing conflict.

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Reuters A poster showing Russian President on the side of a road where a man wearing black trousers, a gret top is carrying a child on his neck, with a woman walking by his side, wearing light blue trousers,a white top and a pink jacket, as well as carrying a small black handbag

Steven Lyons to Fight Extradition from Netherlands to Spain

Steven Lyons, a prominent Scottish crime figure, will contest extradition from the Netherlands to Spain amid a major drug gang investigation involving his family.

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Adroddiad: Eglwys Gadeiriol Tyddewi'n Wynebu Methu Ariannol o Fewn Dwy Flynedd

Adroddiad newydd yn rhybuddio bod Eglwys Gadeiriol Tyddewi'n wynebu methdaliad o fewn dwy flynedd os na gweithredir i wella ei sefyllfa ariannol a llywodraethu.

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Ukrainian Drones Strike St Petersburg Ahead of Putin's Economic Forum

Ukraine struck St Petersburg with drones hours before Putin's economic forum, targeting key military and energy sites. Moscow vows systemic response amid ongoing conflict.

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Reuters Smoke billowing over central St Petersburg

Seven Dead, 11 Injured in Drone Strike on Bus in Russian-Controlled Ukraine

Seven people were killed and 11 injured in a drone attack on a bus in Russia-controlled Donetsk. Over 350 drones were downed overnight amid ongoing conflict and upcoming economic forum in St Petersburg.

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Getty Images A Ukrainian-made Vampire heavy bomber drone loaded with bombs takes off during a test flight conducted by servicemen of the 109th Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine along the fortress belt in the Donetsk region on May 23, 2026 in Donetsk, Ukraine.

Kyiv Endures Despite Devastating Attacks and Widespread Grief Across Ukraine

Following intensified Russian attacks, Kyiv residents sought shelter underground as devastation struck. Despite significant damage and loss of life, the city demonstrates resilience, returning to daily life amid widespread grief across Ukraine.

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BBC An elderly woman stands in the entrance to a damaged apartment block. To her left is a badly damaged car with no windows. Debris lies all around.