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Germany bans organisation with alleged links to Iran and Hezbollah

Five other related groups and associations around Germany were also shut down.

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Gunman kills at least six people at nursing home in central Croatia

The gunman is believed to be a veteran of Croatia's war of independence in the 1990s. Police officials said that he used an unregistered gun.

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Spanish police arrest five people and seize 1,000 marijuana plants

The police have dismantled a criminal network dedicated to sending marijuana to Gerrmany through parcel companies.

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At least seven killed in an apartment fire in Nice

At least seven people lost their lives when a fire broke out in a top-floor apartment in the Moulin District in Nice. Police are currently investigating the incident as arson.

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Police capture man suspected of killing family of racing commentator

26-year-old Kyle Clifford was caught near his home in Enfield, north London and is receiving medical treatment for his injuries.

Spain

Spanish police bust Malaga crime group forcing women into prostitution

The gang abused at least 500 women across four brothels in Costa del Sol, authorities said.

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Passenger video reveals minutes after Slovakian train crash

Passenger Katarína Molnárová's video captures the aftermath of a train crash in Nové Zámky, Slovakia.

United Kingdom

Four arrested after entering the grounds of British PM Sunak's home

The incident comes just over a week before the UK’s general election that will determine if Sunak remains in power.

World News

Euroviews. To make the world a safe place for all, Interpol needs all viewpoints

By fostering technological advancement and collaboration among member countries, Interpol can help create a unified front against the sophisticated tactics used by modern criminals, ensuring global safety and justice, Valdecy Urquiza writes.

Germany

German police shoot man armed with an axe in Hamburg

German police said on Sunday they shot and wounded a man who was threatening them with an axe and a firebomb in the northern city of Hamburg.

My Europe Series

State of the Union: EU elections plunge France into uncertainty

This edition of State of the Union focuses on the outcome of the European elections that led French president Macron to call for a national vote in a few weeks - plunging France into political uncertainty. Another topic: a week of intense diplomatic activity over Ukraine.

Europe News

Germany gears up with massive police effort for Euro 2024

The country is mobilising its largest police deployment since the federal police were established in 1951.

Spain

French and Spanish police hold anti-terror drills ahead of Olympics

The exercise began in Bayonne, France, where the practice scenario involved assailants staging an attack before fleeing to San Sebastián, Spain, where they took hostages.

France

Hunt for runaway criminal continues after French prison van ambush

The inmate who escaped during a prison transfer with the help of four other assailants on Tuesday is yet to be found.

France

At least two French prison officers killed in van ambush shootout

An inmate convicted of burglary escaped the van following the incident. He is currently on the run, according to officials.

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WATCH: Pro-Palestine protests at University of Amsterd

Police broke up a protest by pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Amsterdam in a second straight day of unrest over the war in Gaza.

Culture news

How is Sweden preparing for the most controversial Eurovision yet?

Security preparations for this year’s Eurovision come as Sweden is considered by police to be a “priority target” for Islamist terrorist groups. Add concerns over planned protests regarding Israel's involvement, cyberattacks and Sweden's NATO membership, and 2024's contest seems overcast by fear.

World News

Swedish police to investigate reports of leaks to violent gangs

Sweden has struggled with a surge in violence in recent years as gangs fight for control of drug markets.

United Kingdom

Sword-wielding man kills teenage boy and injures four others

Violent incident also saw two police officers injured by the armed assailant.

Culture news

Gérard Depardieu has been taken into custody

French actor Gérard Depardieu has been taken into custody following two more accusations of sexual assault, according to local French media.