French Prime Minister François Bayrou is facing growing calls to resign following allegations that he misled parliament about widespread violence and sexual abuse at a Catholic school where his wife once taught.
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As NATO defense ministers gather in Brussels to discuss the future of the Ukraine conflict, the recent phone call between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin has sparked significant controversy.
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United Nations experts have issued a stark condemnation of Israel’s continued military actions in South Lebanon, calling on the Israeli government to immediately halt its deadly assault on civilians returning to their
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Elon Musk’s increasing influence within the US government has raised concerns about the potential advantages it could bring to his businesses while possibly disadvantaging his competitors. Musk’s six companies already benefit from
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As leaders from Europe meet Donald Trump’s team in Munich this week, discussions on boosting the continent’s defences are poised to take centre stage. While America’s peace plans for Ukraine will top
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