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Joshua Askew

Israel

What are Israel's air defences? And why are they so effective?

Israel claims it intercepted all of the drones launched by Iran after Israel hit Tehran's military command and top nuclear scientists and facilities overnight on Friday.

Ukraine

West should rethink restrictions on weapons for Ukraine: NATO chief

"By having too many restrictions we are tying one hand of the Ukrainian armed forces on their back," said NATO's Secretary-General.

Ireland

Severe turbulence injures 12 on Ireland-bound flight

It comes after a passenger died and dozens were injured due to turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight from London last week.

Europe News

Poland scrambles jets to guard against Russian attacks on Ukraine

Warsaw said all steps were taken to secure the country's airspace as Moscow pummeled Ukraine with missiles on Saturday.

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Gaza

Spain, Ireland, Norway announce they will recognise Palestinian state

The countries say the move is aimed at injecting new momentum into efforts to secure long-lasting peace in the war-torn region.

World News

Which European leaders have died in mysterious plane crashes?

There is a long list of European leaders who have been killed in plane and helicopter crashes, often in mysterious circumstances. These are some of the most high-profile ones, some of which remain unsolved to this day.

Iran

'Butcher of Tehran': Who was Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi?

Iran's president has died following a helicopter crash on Sunday, but who was he, and how did he come to lead the Islamic Republic?

Green News

'Blood sport': Controversial whale slaughter begins in Faroe Islands

Critics say the practice is cruel and unnecessary, though defenders claim it is an integral part of island life and resist what they see as meddling by outsiders.

World News

Russia blames 'hostile' Baltic countries for split in relations

Moscow vowed to respond to what it called confrontational actions by Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia with asymmetric measures.

Gaza

Northern Gaza in 'full-blown' famine: Senior UN official

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) director said the comprehensive famine in northern Gaza might spread south.

World News

NATO sounds alarm over 'hostile' Russian activity across Europe

The US-led alliance said it was concerned by Moscow's "hybrid activity" in Czechia, Estonia, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and the UK.

Ukraine

Russian forces gain ground in eastern Ukraine

Fighting is currently raging near Avdiivka in the Donetsk region as Moscow tries to take advantage before Western aid arrives.

World News

'Major escalation': EU leaders rally against Iran's attack on Israel

European capitals are calling for restraint and trying to de-escalate the conflict, following Tehran's overnight strikes on Israel.

Israel

Israel will ‘exact price from Iran', vows minister

The Middle East is braced for possible further violence following Tehran's unprecedented missile and drone strikes on Israel Saturday night.

United Kingdom

'Slaughtered': UK farmers protest post-Brexit rules and trade deals

London negotiated the "worst trade deals in the world" after the UK's exit from the EU, claimed the founder of Save British Farming.

World News

EU funding drone technology used by Israel in Gaza war - monitors

European financing of Israeli military companies has been denounced by MEPs in the past.

World News

'Death knell': Famine imminent in north Gaza

"Children are famine’s first victims and are already dying in Gaza because of malnutrition," warned one NGO. "Every minute counts."

Gaza

Children in northern Gaza dying of starvation: WHO

The Director-General of the World Health Organization urged Israel to ensure humanitarian aid can be delivered to Gaza, as famine looms.

World News

From gains to grumbles: Euroscepticism in the Baltic states

Lithuanians, Latvians and Estonians overwhelmingly support the EU, which has helped usher in an era of freedom and prosperity. But what makes some oppose it?

Russia

Russia likely suffered 355,000 caualties in Ukraine: UK MoD

The UK Ministry of Defence said the number of dead and wounded reflects Moscow's commitment to "attritional warfare".

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