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Hungary: Ex-PM Orban pledges resistance to Magyar 'tyranny'

Hungary's former prime minister alleges that his successor has "dismantled the rule of law and eliminated checks and balances." Peter Magyar has pursued Viktor Orban and his allies since winning April's elections.

DW News 3 months ago

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Hungary's prosecutor resigns under pressure in political win for Magyar

Hungary's Prosecutor General, Gábor Bálint Nagy, has resigned amid mounting political pressure as Prime Minister Péter Magyar seeks to replace Orbán-era officials. The move follows allegations of political bias by lawyers for detained Ukrainian cash...

Euronews 3 months ago

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New UK PM touts "cost of living government" with VAT cut and bus fare cap

Andy Burnham has used his first days in Downing Street to scrap the 5% VAT charged on household electricity bills and cap single bus fares in England at £2, telling his new cabinet that Britain now has a "cost of living government".

Euronews 3 months ago

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« Le recul environnemental de trop » : Monique Barbut, ministre de la transition écologique, annonce remettre sa démission après le vote de la loi d’urgence agricole

Le Parlement a entériné une mesure controversée sur les pesticides à laquelle elle s’opposait. « Contrairement aux engagements qui m’avaient été donnés, le gouvernement a empêché le débat autour de la suppression de cette mesure », a-t-elle écrit...

Le Monde 3 months ago

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Trump says US has no interest in Iran talks as cost of war increases

The US entered its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while Tehran expanded its offensive against Gulf states. Meanwhile, Pakistan stepped up diplomatic efforts in hopes of salvaging the interim deal between the two.

Euronews 3 months ago

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DRC president agrees to open national dialogue amid mounting political pressure

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, President Felix Tshisekedi has agreed to open national talks with the political opposition. The move comes as the Tshisekedi administration experiences intensified political pressure over its proposal to amend...

France 24 3 months ago

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France could become first EU country to ban social media for under-15s

If the bill passes both the lower house and the senate, France is expected to become the first EU nation to ban social media for those under 15. Solange Mougin has more on the ban and how it wll work. Championed by Emmanuel Macron, it comes on the...

France 24 3 months ago

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Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products.

NPR News 3 months ago

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Journalist behind Trump-Meloni row Daniele Compatangelo dies suddenly

The La7 journalist died at the age of 50 after falling ill. In recent months, he had risen to prominence with his exclusive interview with US President Donald Trump, which ignited a political storm in Italy.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Europe Today: Spain celebrates World Cup triumph as Burnham takes office in the UK

Two million people took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home their World Cup heroes last night. In the UK, Andy Burnham delivered his first address to the nation as Prime Minister, while in Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled a...

Euronews 3 months ago

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Guyana ferry capsizes, leaving at least 27 dead and 83 missing

At least 27 people died after a ferry capsized off Guyana, Prime Minister Mark Phillips said Monday, as rescuers searched for 83 people still missing. Sixty-nine passengers have been rescued since the MV Barima overturned Saturday night while...

France 24 3 months ago

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Spain PM Sanchez visits Algeria for first time in four years as ties thaw

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday visited Algeria for the first time in four years in a bid to mend diplomatic ties between the two countries after they were frayed by a row over Western Sahara. In 2022, Madrid abandoned its neutrality...

France 24 3 months ago

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Two French diplomats subjected to ‘extremely serious act of intimidation’ in Iran, FM Barrot says

France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Monday said two French embassy officials had been subject to an “extremely serious act of intimidation” by Iranian security services in Iran the day before, having been held and interrogated for...

France 24 3 months ago

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'That is our challenge: to make politics work': Andy Burnham becomes UK PM

Andy Burnham has become Britain's new prime minister. The nomination process unfolded on July 20th in London, with one outgoing Labour leader passing the baton to another. The hope is that Burnham will ease the leadership turnover, stabilising the...

France 24 3 months ago

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Pay up or not? Ransomware surge has victims facing tough choices

Governments look at banning ransom payments in face of increasingly sophisticated threats.

Ars Technica 3 months ago

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Andy Burnham expected to focus on UK's cost-of-living in first speech

Britain's incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, has signalled that he will be focusing on cost-of-living and other domestic issues. He will outline the detail of the direction his premiership will take on July 20 during his first speech at 10...

France 24 3 months ago

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Ukraine drone attack on Moscow region wounds 10 people

A fresh Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region Monday night wounded at least 10 people, including a child, Russian authorities said, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saying the strikes had targeted an oil depot and "logistics...

France 24 3 months ago

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Andy Burnham's promise to deliver tangible improvements to Britons' lives put to the test

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is set to become the United Kingdom's new Prime Minister this Monday, with a commitment to help raise living standards in the country. The Labour leader's agenda will be tested by the country's financial...

France 24 3 months ago

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German Chancellor Merz hints at possible cabinet reshuffle after top CDU figure resigns

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has hinted he could reshuffle his government after Jens Spahn resigned as parliamentary leader, adding to pressure on the ruling conservatives ahead of key regional elections.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Ukraine: Thousands take to the streets to protest against Fedorov removal

Protests continued across Ukraine for a third consecutive day despite the ongoing war, with demonstrators demanding the reinstatement of the popular former defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, following his removal. The demonstrations coincided with...

France 24 3 months ago