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Belgium's migration minister criticizes Hungary's threat to send migrants to Brussels, calling it a violation of EU agreements. The plan, a response to EU fines, faces diplomatic pushback.
The Balkans experienced unprecedented heat in summer 2024, with temperatures soaring above 30°C for weeks. This extreme weather, linked to global warming, caused widespread environmental and economic impacts across the region.
UN officials highlight brief ceasefires for polio vaccinations in Gaza as rare positive steps. Security Council discusses humanitarian concerns and lack of comprehensive ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
UNRWA announces successful polio vaccination campaign in Gaza, with 187,000 children inoculated. Calls for permanent ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid persist as diplomatic efforts stall.
Nine southern EU countries pledge to develop water-saving technologies in agriculture amid climate change concerns. The MED9 group aims to share data and launch joint research programs to enhance water efficiency.
Mark Zuckerberg's recent unveiling of a sculpture of his wife sparks discussion on the nature of bad art, AI-generated creations, and the future of human creativity in an increasingly digital world.
Vice President Kamala Harris played a crucial part in negotiating a complex prisoner swap with Russia, involving high-level meetings with German and Slovenian leaders at the Munich Security Conference.
Russian sleeper agents, including families, were exchanged in a significant prisoner swap with the West. Children discovered their true identities only after the flight to Moscow.
A intricate prisoner exchange involving the U. S., Russia, and several allies culminated in the release of journalist Evan Gershkovich and ex-marine Paul Whelan. The deal, two years in the making, overcame numerous obstacles.
In a landmark exchange involving multiple nations, Russia has freed 16 individuals, including American journalists and political prisoners. The swap, the largest since the Cold War, doesn't signal improved relations with Moscow.
A significant East-West prisoner exchange took place, involving 24 individuals from the US, Russia, Germany, and other countries. The swap included prominent figures and two children, marking a diplomatic milestone.
Turkey coordinates extensive prisoner exchange involving 26 detainees from multiple countries. U.S. journalist and ex-Marine among possible participants in the complex international operation.