Western allies close embassies as Kyiv issues raid alert
Europe • Nov 21, 2024, 2:29 AM
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One day after Ukraine for the first time launched US-made missiles deep into Russian territory, air raid sirens rippled across Kyiv in response to online indications that Russia might be preparing a missile and drone attack on the capital.
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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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In a surprise outcome in the first round of Romania's presidential election, an obscure hard-right candidate, Calin Georgescu, came first with 22.9 percent of the vote while Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, favoured to win the poll, was knocked out of the
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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 court moves to sentencing in Gisèle Pelicot mass rape trial
Europe • 4:05 AM
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Gisele Pelicot's lawyer Antoine Camus called for "truth and justice" to be rendered to the plaintiff, whose ex-husband Dominique Pelicot is accused of organising the mass rape and sexual abuse of his now ex-wife. The case drew to a close last week after
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