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Defence insiders say Royal Navy may need French help to patrol British waters
Senior defence sources say the Royal Navy may need French support to intercept Russian ships operating near Britain, with only a small number of warships reportedly ready for immediate deployment. They say planners are preparing for possible boarding operations against sanctioned vessels and for protecting undersea cables, while the Ministry of Defence says UK waters are monitored 24/7 and that current claims are wrong.
Hungarians Vote on Whether to End 16 Years of Orbán’s Rule
Hungarians are voting in an election that could end 16 years of Viktor Orbán in power and bring rival Péter Magyar to office. Most polls favor Magyar, who leads a grassroots party, and early turnout figures suggest strong voter participation.
Union Berlin names Marie-Louise Eta as interim head coach
Union Berlin has appointed Marie-Louise Eta as interim head coach, making her the first woman to manage a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues. It is a notable milestone for the Bundesliga club, and one that football has apparently managed to leave sitting on the bench for a very long time.
U.S. and Iran End Talks in Pakistan Without Agreement
The United States and Iran finished their talks in Pakistan without a deal. Even so, the fact that both sides met directly, after earlier indirect exchanges through the Pakistani delegation, was still a notable step forward in the negotiations.
Benin Votes in Presidential Election Four Months After Failed Coup
Benin is holding a presidential election this Sunday, four months after a failed coup. President Patrice Talon is stepping down after two five-year terms, and the country’s finance minister is the favorite to win.
A Guide to the U.S. Military Bases in Britain Now in the Spotlight
Fifteen American military sites across the UK are back in focus as war with Iran draws attention to them. Though they sit on British soil and often carry RAF names, many are effectively under the control of the U.S. president as commander-in-chief.
On This Day: U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh Is Evacuated
On April 12, 1975, the U.S. military evacuated Americans from the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, as part of Operation Eagle Pull.
Cyclone Vaianu causes floods, power cuts and evacuations on New Zealand’s North Island
Cyclone Vaianu made landfall on New Zealand’s North Island near the Maketu peninsula, bringing destructive winds above 130 km/h, heavy rain and large swells. The storm caused floods, power outages and forced hundreds of people to evacuate, with MetService calling it a life-threatening system.
UK Seeks Terrorism Retrial for Palestine Action Activists Under Reporting Restrictions
Six Palestine Action activists are facing a retrial after being acquitted in February, following more than a year in solitary confinement. If convicted, the six activists and 18 others could be sentenced as terrorists and face long prison terms. A court order is also limiting what can be reported, and the jury has not been told about the terrorism designation. The activists are also barred from telling jurors that they say their actions were meant to block Israel’s war in Gaza.
Picasso painting to be raffled for charity with tickets costing €100
A Picasso portrait valued at about £850,000 is being raffled in Paris, with 120,000 tickets sold at €100 each. The prize is the 1941 gouache Tete de Femme, donated by the Opera Gallery, and all proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. The draw takes place at Christie’s, and the winner can keep, exhibit, or resell the painting.
Ulberg Beats Prochazka in First Round to Win Vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Title Despite Knee Injury
Carlos Ulberg shocked Jiri Prochazka in the first round at UFC 327 in Miami to win the vacant light-heavyweight title, doing it despite injuring his knee.
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