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Russia
Ukraine strikes one of Russia's top oil refineries
The oil facility is one of Russia’s largest, and is responsible for producing more than 350,000 barrels of crude oil daily. Kyiv says clamping down on Russia’s oil industry, which it says finances the Kremlin’s war, will pressure them towards agreeing to negotiate an end to the fighting.
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United Kingdom
25 arrested for assaulting police at massive anti-migrant London march
A massive London march organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, which drew up to 150,000 participants, descended into violence on Saturday after a small group of his supporters clashed with police who were separating them from a counter-protest.
Green News
How animals are helping boost climate change awareness in Europe
An eco-family of hedgehogs, a sun-shy cat, and cuddly pet dogs are among the fresh new ways to raise awareness of extreme weather and climate change. Jeremy Wilks reports from the European Meteorological Society annual meeting in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Poland
Poland briefly deploys planes in airspace after drone strike threat
Polish and allied aircraft were deployed in a “preventive” operation in Poland's airspace Saturday because of a threat of drone strikes in neighbouring areas of Ukraine. An alert was issued, which lasted around two hours before being cancelled.
Mobility
How dependent is Europe on Korean EV battery manufacturers?
Europe heavily relies on South Korean-run factories for EV batteries. About 75 per cent of existing battery cell manufacturing capacity in Europe is owned by Korean companies, 50 per cent of which is owned by LG, according to the International Energy Agency.
Tech News
Euroviews. The democracy paradox: Why no political ads may empower illiberals
The EU’s new political ad rules, taking effect in Oct 2025, pushed Meta and Google to discontinue political ads in Europe. While meant to boost transparency, the situation risks aiding regimes like Orbán’s Fidesz, which dominate media and can drown out opposition voices.
Russia
Russia flexes army muscles at NATO's doors days after drone incursion
Poland closed all border crossings with Belarus as the joint Russia-Belarus military exercises Zapad-2025 begin at NATO’s doorstep. Moscow and Minks claim the drills simulate repelling an attack against Russia and Belarus. But Zapad-2021 masked Russia’s preparations for its invasion of Ukraine.
Health news
Has US contraceptives stockpile stored in Europe been destroyed?
Conflicting information from the United States and the Flemish government has raised doubts over the fate of millions of dollars’ worth of contraceptives stored in Europe, reportedly set to be burnt. Where are they now? Have they already been destroyed?
