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Ukraine, Russia move towards potential peace deal, Bloomberg reports

Ukraine and Russia are moving towards a potential deal to end the war, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing the top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

Ukraine, Russia move towards potential peace deal, Bloomberg reports
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer and Trump discussed military options for Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday that he discussed military capabilities and the logistics of moving vessels though the Strait of Hormuz when he spoke to

UK's Starmer and Trump discussed military options for Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Key facts about Sunday's election in Hungary and possible outcomes

Hungarians vote in a landmark parliamentary election on Sunday that is being closely watched in the European Union, the United States, Russia and beyond.

Key facts about Sunday's election in Hungary and possible outcomes
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spat over oil price relief exposes strains in Germany's coalition

Germany's economy minister on Friday proposed higher tax breaks to commuters but dismissed proposals by the government's junior

Spat over oil price relief exposes strains in Germany's coalition
Crime|Europe|World

Russian investigative journalist is placed in pre-trial detention

A Russian court on Friday ordered the detention of Oleg Roldugin, an investigative journalist for independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta, following his arrest a day earlier.

Russian investigative journalist is placed in pre-trial detention
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Dolce & Gabbana co-founder Stefano Gabbana resigns as chair, keeps creative role

Dolce & Gabbana said on Friday its co-founder Stefano Gabbana stepped down from his roles at the Italian fashion house and its controlling holding company with effect from

Dolce & Gabbana co-founder Stefano Gabbana resigns as chair, keeps creative role
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky

NATO member Estonia will refrain from detaining Russia's "shadow fleet" vessels in the Baltic Sea, worried that seizing oil tankers

Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

UK police arrest Sudanese man after four die in Channel boat crossing

British police have arrested a Sudanese man on suspicion of endangering life after four migrants died while attempting to cross the Channel from France to Britain on a

UK police arrest Sudanese man after four die in Channel boat crossing
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STOXX 600 gains for a third week with focus on Middle East peace talks

European equities edged higher on Friday, notching up a third straight week of gains as cautious optimism ahead of U.S.-Iran weekend talks

STOXX 600 gains for a third week with focus on Middle East peace talks
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition leads PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party leads Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz ahead of Sunday's parliamentary election, a poll published by newspaper Nepszava

Hungarian opposition leads PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows
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Coordinated Telegram posts push pro-Orban narratives on eve of Hungary vote, research shows

Sophisticated online operators are posting coordinated waves of content in the Telegram messaging app to spread fear about what will

Coordinated Telegram posts push pro-Orban narratives on eve of Hungary vote, research shows
Economy|Europe|World

How has Hungary changed during Orban's 16 years in power?

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party face their first closely contested election on April 12 after four consecutive landslide victories since 2010.

How has Hungary changed during Orban's 16 years in power?
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

One dead, 27 injured as bus carrying British tourists crashes in Spain's La Gomera

At least one person died and 27 were injured after a bus carrying British tourists crashed down a ravine on the Spanish island of La Gomera, emergency services said on

One dead, 27 injured as bus carrying British tourists crashes in Spain's La Gomera
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act

The European Commission on Friday said it was analysing whether OpenAI's ChatGPT should be considered a large online

EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France's Macron says discussed Iran ceasefire, Ukraine with Turkey's Erdogan

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday that he had discussed the Iran ceasefire https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ talks and the situation in Ukraine https://

France's Macron says discussed Iran ceasefire, Ukraine with Turkey's Erdogan
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Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices

Irish police took action to clear protesters blockading the country's only oil refinery on Saturday after a senior government minister said protests over surging fuel

Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices
Europe|Political|World

UK pauses its plan to cede Chagos Islands after US opposition

Britain's government said on Saturday it had put on hold its deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands - home to the U.S.-

UK pauses its plan to cede Chagos Islands after US opposition
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech, Slovak leaders back ally Orban ahead of Hungary vote

Czech and Slovak leaders backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Saturday on the eve of Hungary's parliamentary election, saying he was the best choice for the country's

Czech, Slovak leaders back ally Orban ahead of Hungary vote
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine, Russia swap 175 servicemen each ahead of Easter ceasefire

Ukraine and Russia exchanged 175 prisoners of war each on Saturday in their latest swap, officials from both countries said, as they prepare to start a ceasefire to mark

Ukraine, Russia swap 175 servicemen each ahead of Easter ceasefire
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London police arrest 523 people at protest over Palestine Action ban

Police said on Saturday they had arrested 523 people at a protest in London's Trafalgar Square opposing Britain's banning of the Palestine Action group.

London police arrest 523 people at protest over Palestine Action ban
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Hungary's Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says the country's president has assured him that his new government could take power in the first week of May

Hungary's Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungarians 'write history' in election that Tisza will win, opposition leader says

Hungarians will write history at an election on Sunday when they choose "between East and West" and the opposition Tisza party will win the vote, party leader Peter

Hungarians 'write history' in election that Tisza will win, opposition leader says
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China's Chery looking to expand car production in Europe, top executives say

Chery is looking to expand car production in Europe through partnerships with other automakers allowing it to use existing factories, top executives at the Chinese carmaker

China's Chery looking to expand car production in Europe, top executives say
Europe|Health|World

Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade

A second flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza was due to set sail on Sunday from the Spanish port of Barcelona, aiming to try to break the Israeli

Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade
Economy|Europe|Political|World

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected
Election|Europe|Finance|World

Hungary's opposition Tisza party leads last Median poll done before Sunday election

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party was projected to win 135 mandates in Hungary's 199-seat parliament, ahead of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party, in a poll

Hungary's opposition Tisza party leads last Median poll done before Sunday election
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Irish police clear blockades as Dublin acts to soften fuel price blow

Irish police on Sunday cleared tractors and trucks that had been blocking traffic and blockading oil infrastructure across the country during a wave of

Irish police clear blockades as Dublin acts to soften fuel price blow
Election|Europe|Political|World

Reactions to PM Orban's likely defeat in Hungary's election

Hungary's opposition centre-right Tisza party appeared on track to win Sunday's national election https://www.reuters.com/world/hungary/elections/, partial results

Reactions to PM Orban's likely defeat in Hungary's election
Election|Europe|Political|World

Once inspired by Orban, Hungary's Peter Magyar unseats him in landmark election

When Peter Magyar was a child, he taped a photo of Viktor Orban nL8N3ZL0R8, then an anti-Communist firebrand, on his bedroom wall, thrilled by Hungary's

Once inspired by Orban, Hungary's Peter Magyar unseats him in landmark election
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Orban ousted after 16 years as Hungarians flock to pro-EU rival

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a key opponent of European Union efforts to help Ukraine fend off Russia's invasion, lost power after 16 years on Sunday

Orban ousted after 16 years as Hungarians flock to pro-EU rival
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary opposition's landslide win heralds reforms, thaw in EU ties

Peter Magyar's landslide victory in Sunday's Hungarian election has handed his centre-right Tisza party a sweeping mandate that

Hungary opposition's landslide win heralds reforms, thaw in EU ties
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spanish premier Sanchez heads for fourth China visit, risks annoying Trump

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez begins his fourth visit to China in as many years on Monday, underlining his determination to steer an independent course that has

Spanish premier Sanchez heads for fourth China visit, risks annoying Trump
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|US|World

US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary

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US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Markets falling out of love with Italian debt as Meloni's problems mount

Italy's economic vulnerabilities are being laid bare by war in the Middle East, with Rome's heavy reliance on imported energy and the threat of rising

Markets falling out of love with Italian debt as Meloni's problems mount
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Oil futures jumped back over $100 at the open in Asia on Monday, the dollar fell and stocks were down as U.S.-Iran talks

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran
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Slovakia's Fico ready to cooperate with Hungary's new prime minister

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico congratulated Hungary's incoming leader, Peter Magyar, on Monday, offering "intensive cooperation", while expressing gratitude to outgoing Prime

Slovakia's Fico ready to cooperate with Hungary's new prime minister
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Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations

Russia and Ukraine accused each other L1N40U064 on Sunday of breaching the 32-hour ceasefire L1N40S124 in their four-year war, reporting more than a thousand drone

Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

'Paddington' musical triumphs at London's theatrical Olivier Awards

Paddington Bear was the big winner at the Olivier Awards in London on Sunday, with a stage adaptation of the beloved children's books picking up

'Paddington' musical triumphs at London's theatrical Olivier Awards
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Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns
Election|Europe|Political|World

Poland’s premier hails Hungary vote as blow to authoritarian rule

Hungary's election shows that Europe is not on an inevitable path toward authoritarian rule, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday, after the center-right Tisza

Poland’s premier hails Hungary vote as blow to authoritarian rule
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Traders see clear path to higher-for-longer ECB rates 

Money market traders expect the European Central Bank to lean hawkish, keeping rates higher for longer and offering little prospect of easing even in the medium

Traders see clear path to higher-for-longer ECB rates 
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Audi Q1 deliveries fall 6.1% on weak demand in China and North America

Volkswagen's premium brand Audi on Monday said its first-quarter deliveries fell 6.1%, weighed down by weaker demand in China and North America.

Audi Q1 deliveries fall 6.1% on weak demand in China and North America
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UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, PM Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that whatever the pressure, Britain would not be dragged into the Iran war nor be involved in a blockade of the Strait

UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, PM Starmer says
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Polish PM hopes Hungary opposition victory ends asylum for ex-ministers

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday he hoped two former Polish ministers who were granted political asylum in Hungary would be sent home to face justice

Polish PM hopes Hungary opposition victory ends asylum for ex-ministers
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ghana says France is open to engaging on slavery reparations

Ghana said France was open to having discussions with a coalition of countries that are calling for reparations for transatlantic slavery, following a meeting

Ghana says France is open to engaging on slavery reparations
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UK and France to co-host talks this week on possible defensive naval mission for Hormuz

Britain and France will this week co-host talks aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, including discussions on what President Emmanuel

UK and France to co-host talks this week on possible defensive naval mission for Hormuz
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Turkey concerned about any new Iran-US rules for Strait of Hormuz

Turkey's foreign minister raised concerns on Monday about Iran or the United States proposing any new regulations for transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and said he saw

Turkey concerned about any new Iran-US rules for Strait of Hormuz
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Turkey says NATO should reset ties with Trump at next summit, prepare for future

Turkey said on Monday that NATO allies should use their July summit in Ankara to reset ties with U.S.

Turkey says NATO should reset ties with Trump at next summit, prepare for future