Category: Europe
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The UK government has suspended fast-track visa services for nationals of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), citing a lack of co-operation on the return of failed asylum seekers and foreign offenders. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the measure follows warnings issued in November to the DRC, Angola, and Namibia. While Angola and Namibia improved…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Ukraine is “in no hurry” to seek peace and warned Moscow would achieve its objectives “by military means” if diplomacy fails. The remarks followed a large Russian drone and missile attack, after which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused Moscow of showing its intent to prolong the war, while Kyiv…
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Voters in Kosovo are casting ballots in a snap parliamentary election aimed at ending a prolonged political deadlock following inconclusive results earlier in 2025. Prime Minister Albin Kurti and his Vetëvendosje (Self-Determination) party again lead the race after failing to form a government despite winning the most votes in February. Other mainstream parties declined coalition…
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Switzerland’s Armed Forces cannot defend the country against a full-scale military assault and must accelerate defence spending, according to Thomas Süssli, Chief of the Armed Forces. Speaking to NZZ, Süssli said Switzerland is prepared for cyber attacks and sabotage by non-state actors, but lacks the equipment and capacity to deter or repel a major state-led…
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In a southeast English town, plans to house asylum seekers have triggered protests and renewed debate on border policy. Al Jazeera covers how the UK is tightening immigration rules in response to public pressure, highlighting national tensions over migration, housing, and governance. ℹ️ Al Jazeera Follow on social media TikTok@tut0ughInstagram@tut0ugh Threads@tut0ugh X@tut0ugh YouTube@tut0ugh About tut0ugh…
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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his 2025 Christmas message, focusing on community, public service, and social solidarity across the United Kingdom. In his address, Starmer highlighted the importance of family, neighbours, and shared values at Christmas, while thanking NHS staff, emergency services, the Armed Forces, and volunteers working over the festive period…
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Ukraine is prepared to withdraw “heavy forces” from parts of the Donbas it controls if Russia mirrors the move under a negotiated peace deal, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The comments relate to a 20-point draft peace plan developed with the United States, which proposes demilitarised zones, possible free economic zones, and international security guarantees. Key…
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Poland has begun installing anti-drone artillery defence systems along its eastern frontier, marking a further tightening of security on the border with Belarus. Interior and Administration Minister Marcin Kierwiński confirmed that the first operational cluster has been mounted on a new observation tower in Ozierany, near the Polish-Belarusian border, and is expected to become active…
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The UK government has revised planned inheritance tax changes for farmers and businesses following sustained opposition from the agricultural sector. The cap for 100% relief under Agricultural and Business Property Relief will now rise to £2.5 million from April 2026, up from the £1 million threshold proposed in the 2024 autumn budget by Chancellor Rachel…
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A senior Russian military officer has been killed in a car-bomb attack in Moscow, authorities confirmed on Monday (Dec. 22). According to Russian investigators, an explosive device attached beneath a Kia Sorento detonated at around 07:00 on Yasenevaya Street in south-east Moscow, killing Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov. He headed the operational training directorate of the…
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