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Louvre Director Resigns Months After France's Crown Jewels Theft

Laurence des Carrs resigns as Louvre director months after the theft of France's crown jewels, citing security weaknesses and budget challenges at the museum.

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Macron Doubts Short-Term Russia-Ukraine Peace as Europe Marks 4 Years of War

On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Macron expresses skepticism about peace prospects, while European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict and rising casualties.

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Russia Opens Criminal Case Against Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Over Terrorism Claims

Russia has launched a criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov for allegedly abetting terrorist activities amid Kremlin efforts to control online platforms.

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Moscow Train Station Explosion Confirmed as Suicide Bombing by Officials

A suicide bombing outside Moscow's Savyolovsky Station killed a traffic police officer and injured two others. The attacker also died at the scene. Authorities continue to investigate the incident and the suspect's identity and motives.

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Tracking the Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine: Territorial Changes and Key Developments

The war in Ukraine enters its fifth year with ongoing territorial shifts, key battles in the east, deep strikes inside Russia, and complex ceasefire talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the US.

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Russian Soldiers Reveal Executions of Troops Refusing Orders on Ukraine Front

Russian soldiers reveal commanders executing troops who refuse orders on Ukraine front lines, describing brutal Zeroing punishments. Witnesses detail shootings; Russian government denies verification. Related news covers politics, crime, and cultural events.

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Four Years Into Ukraine War, Russia’s Gains Are Limited as Kyiv Shows Resilience

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its fifth year, Russian territorial gains remain minimal while Ukraine strengthens its strategy and resilience despite severe hardships.

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France Bars US Envoy Kushner from Government Access Over Controversial Comments

France's foreign ministry has blocked US envoy Charles Kushner from government access after controversial comments on violence in France sparked diplomatic tensions.

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Sinn Féin Urges Return to 50-50 Police Recruitment Amid Declining Catholic Applicants

Sinn Féin urges reinstatement of 50-50 police recruitment amid lowest Catholic applicant rates in a decade, sparking debate with DUP opposing the move as discriminatory.

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Rob Jetten Sworn In as Youngest and First Openly Gay Dutch Prime Minister

Rob Jetten, at 38, becomes the Netherlands' youngest and first openly gay prime minister, leading a centre-right minority government focused on defence funding, asylum reforms, and budget cuts amid political challenges.

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Hungary Blocks New EU Sanctions on Russia Ahead of Ukraine War Anniversary

Hungary blocks EU's 20th sanctions package on Russia and €90bn loan for Ukraine amid pipeline dispute, complicating EU's plans ahead of Ukraine war anniversary. Former Ukrainian commander Zaluzhnyi discusses modern warfare's evolution. EU seeks clarity on US trade after Supreme Court ruling.

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Four Years On, Russia Faces War Impact in Yelets Amid Ukraine Conflict

Four years into Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine, towns like Yelets reveal the human and economic toll, with memorials, recruitment drives, drone attacks, and rising costs impacting daily life amid ongoing conflict.

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