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'Extremely dangerous' Iranian-made drones continue to plague Ukraine

"I suppose we will need many years...to make this territory safe again," bomb disposal experts deal with the aftermath of Iranian-made drones in Ukraine.

Europe Decoded

Debunked: German army will not be patrolling streets from 1 October

Social media users have falsely claimed that the country's military have been given new or expanded powers.

Ocean

This is a drill: How Europe’s coast guards protect our seas

In partnership with the European Commission

For Europe’s coast guards, good coordination in an emergency can mean the difference between life and death.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Five key developments to know about today

Here's our latest round-up of what's happening in Ukraine.

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Sudanese protesters demand an end to military rule

Sudanese protesters take part in mass rallies in the capital Khartoum to demand an end to military rule.

Spain

Spanish army captain suspended after soldiers kneel at Franco memorial

The video showed around 30 soldiers apparently paying homage to the dictator at the mausoleum where he used to be interred.

My Europe Series

'Everything has changed': Inside Finland's bold bid to join NATO

Finland's accession to NATO will bring in a 1,300-kilometre border with Russia, further encircling Saint Petersburg.

Culture news

The English stately home that housed an elite Polish army unit in WW2

When historian Andrew Hann found six names scribbled on the back of a cupboard in Audley End House, he begun a journey to finding out the stories behind six elite Polish soldiers.

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North Korea displays ICBM missiles in a military parade

North Korea displays ICBM missiles in a military parade

North Korea

North Korea vows to develop its nuclear arsenal 'at maximum speed’

North Korea has vowed to speed up the production of its nuclear arsenal, and officials from South Korea and the US are warning that there are signs that the country has started construction at its nuclear test site.

Ukraine

Ukrainians celebrate Easter in zone formerly occupied by Russian forces

Allthough public gatherings were not recommended for the orthodox easter, many in Ukraine felt it was all the more important to attend church service this Sunday, the 60th day of the war.

Europe Decoded

What would a neutral Ukraine look like?

A neutral Ukraine would be forced to renounce NATO aspirations but could continue its path towards EU membership.

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Ukrainian military couple get married in Kyiv

On Thursday 7 April, Anastasia and Vasislav, two members of the Ukrainian Defence Forces, were married on Kyiv Hill.

Ukraine

Foreign fighters drawn to Ukraine's international legion

French former military planning to enrol in Ukraine's International legion decides to dedicate himself to humanitarian help instead

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Russian strike hits residential building in Kyiv

Two people were killed on Monday as various neighbourhoods of the Ukraine capital Kyiv came under shelling and missile attacks, city officials said.

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Volunteers feed thousands at a roadside kitchen near Kyiv frontline

Volunteers feed thousands at a roadside kitchen near Kyiv frontline

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Finnish instructor trains Ukrainian volunteers in underground centre

Finnish instructor trains Ukrainian volunteers in the underground centre

Mali

'Senior' al-Qaeda operative in Mali killed, French army says

The military operation "eliminated" Yahia Djouadi, who has been described as the group's "finance and logistics coordinator".

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At the front, Ukrainian soldiers keep fit in makeshift gym

In Novoluhanske, on the frontline between Ukraine and pro-Russian separatists to the east, soldiers loyal to Kyiv take their frustrations out by working out

Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso: Fears of coup attempt after gunfire at military bases

Gunfire was reported at military barracks across the country on Sunday, prompting the government to deny the army was taking over.