Biden's parting shot: US approves long-range missiles for Ukraine
Europe • Nov 18, 2024, 7:09 PM
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Major escalation or final gesture? Nine weeks before handing over power to Donald Trump, US President Joe Biden has approved the use of American-made long-range missiles by Ukraine inside Russian territory. The decision comes in response to Russia's deployment of North Korean troops to the front lines in the Kursk region. Will the missiles be limited to this area, and what will US policy look like after Inauguration Day on January 20?
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Violence Against Women: Deadliest place for women is at home, UN report says
Europe • 10:50 AM
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A UN report released on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women said that "almost 60 percent of all women who were intentionally killed in 2023" died at the hands of partners or family members. The report added that “the home
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French PM meets with far-right leader Le Pen as govt wobbles under budget pressures
Europe • 9:03 AM
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French Prime Minister Michel Barnier met with far-right National Rally (RN) leader Marine Le Pen on Monday in an effort to forge a deal allowing approval of the government’s budget. Opposition parties have denounced the budget and the RN could join force
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Far-right candidate takes first round, PM out, in shock Romania presidential poll
Europe • 8:33 AM
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Pelicot mass rape trial in France proceeds to sentencing phase
Europe • 7:48 AM
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After 11 weeks of testimony, the Pelicot mass rape trial in France proceeds to the sentencing phase. Judges are expected to give their verdict on sentencing around December 20.
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G7 ministers meet in Italy to discuss conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon and Ukraine
Europe • 7:33 AM
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The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers will meet near Rome on Monday and Tuesday to discuss the situation in the Middle East and the Red Sea, notably efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon. Officials will also discuss ways to continue suppor
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French prosecutors demand 20-year sentence of husband in Pelicot mass rape case
Europe • 4:05 AM
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The prosecution asked on Monday that Dominique Pelicot be given the maximum sentence of 20 years in prison for drugging and raping his then-wife, Gisele Pelicot, and recruiting others to rape her. The prosecutor told the court in Avignon that the prison
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