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Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Poland joins several other countries around the world that are planning or considering legislation to limit children’s access to social media.
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Germany Expands Military Powers to Counter Rising Drone Threats
An amendment to the Air Security Act focuses on the defense of airports and critical infrastructure and allows the Bundeswehr to support police.
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European Regulator Recommends Approving Moderna’s COVID-Flu Vaccine
The vaccine ‘triggered the production of adequate amounts of antibodies against both viruses,’ the agency said.
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Berlin Risks Beijing Weaponizing Trade Ties: Analysts
Germany’s economy is under strain, a reality reflected in declining export volumes and a projected 2025 growth rate of merely 0.2 percent.
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British Prime Minister Suffers Major By-Election Defeat as Epstein Scandal Casts Pall
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said his party had reported several cases of ‘family voting.’
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Czech Republic Not on Path to Higher NATO Defense Spending Target, Says Prime Minister
Andrej Babis won last year’s election with the promise of improving the standard of living through increased wages, new social benefits, and lower taxes.
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US, Ukraine Discuss Post-War Reconstruction in Geneva
Kyiv hopes to attract about $800 billion of public and private funds over the next decade to rebuild the country.
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Deployment of British Troops to Ukraine Would Prolong War, Russia Says
Last month, the UK and France said that they would send troops to Ukraine in the event that a peace deal is made.
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World Economic Forum Chief Borge Brende Resigns Amid Epstein Controversy
Brende said he was cooperating fully with the investigation, and maintained that his interactions with Epstein occurred in business settings.
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Iceland to Hold Referendum on Restarting EU Accession Talks, Prime Minister Says
Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir said her government ‘will listen to whatever the Icelandic population wants to do.’
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EU Tightens Checks on Chinese Arachidonic Acid Oil Imports After Infant Formula Contamination
All shipments will face stricter checks and must include lab results and official certification confirming no cereulide contamination.
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Zelenskyy Praises Australian PM for Sanctions Targeting Russian Shadow Fleet
February 2026 marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine initiated by Russia.
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Turkey Moves to End Online Anonymity With Mandatory Social Media ID Law
Government said the rules would curb disinformation and protect children, while free-speech groups warned of mass surveillance and self-censorship.
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US–UK Trade Deal Still Stands, Says British Trade Secretary
Earlier this week, the European Union put on hold the ratification process of the U.S.–EU trade deal, after Trump announced the new temporary global tariff.
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Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Planning to Disrupt Energy System
The allegation comes just days after Hungary vetoed an EU sanctions package against Russia over the halting of oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline.
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Aston Martin to Cut up to 20 Percent of Workforce
CEO Adrian Hallmark cited geopolitical uncertainty and tariffs in the United States and China as challenges in 2025.
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Germany’s Merz Pushes Deeper China Cooperation on 1st Beijing Trip
Merz said that ‘no one can bypass China anymore’ as Berlin seeks closer ties with the communist regime.
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US Warns Ukraine Not to Hit American Interests in Strikes on Russia Energy Infrastructure
The Ukrainian ambassador to Washington said the U.S. State Department had sent her a communication following a strike on the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
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UK Enforces Digital Travel Permit Requirement for Foreign Visitors
Officials said the move aligns the UK with countries including the United States and Australia.
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Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Poland joins several other countries around the world that are planning or considering legislation to limit children’s access to social media.
|
Germany Expands Military Powers to Counter Rising Drone Threats
An amendment to the Air Security Act focuses on the defense of airports and critical infrastructure and allows the Bundeswehr to support police.
|
European Regulator Recommends Approving Moderna’s COVID-Flu Vaccine
The vaccine ‘triggered the production of adequate amounts of antibodies against both viruses,’ the agency said.
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Berlin Risks Beijing Weaponizing Trade Ties: Analysts
Germany’s economy is under strain, a reality reflected in declining export volumes and a projected 2025 growth rate of merely 0.2 percent.
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British Prime Minister Suffers Major By-Election Defeat as Epstein Scandal Casts Pall
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said his party had reported several cases of ‘family voting.’
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Czech Republic Not on Path to Higher NATO Defense Spending Target, Says Prime Minister
Andrej Babis won last year’s election with the promise of improving the standard of living through increased wages, new social benefits, and lower taxes.
|
US, Ukraine Discuss Post-War Reconstruction in Geneva
Kyiv hopes to attract about $800 billion of public and private funds over the next decade to rebuild the country.
|
Deployment of British Troops to Ukraine Would Prolong War, Russia Says
Last month, the UK and France said that they would send troops to Ukraine in the event that a peace deal is made.
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World Economic Forum Chief Borge Brende Resigns Amid Epstein Controversy
Brende said he was cooperating fully with the investigation, and maintained that his interactions with Epstein occurred in business settings.
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Iceland to Hold Referendum on Restarting EU Accession Talks, Prime Minister Says
Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir said her government ‘will listen to whatever the Icelandic population wants to do.’
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EU Tightens Checks on Chinese Arachidonic Acid Oil Imports After Infant Formula Contamination
All shipments will face stricter checks and must include lab results and official certification confirming no cereulide contamination.
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Zelenskyy Praises Australian PM for Sanctions Targeting Russian Shadow Fleet
February 2026 marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine initiated by Russia.
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Turkey Moves to End Online Anonymity With Mandatory Social Media ID Law
Government said the rules would curb disinformation and protect children, while free-speech groups warned of mass surveillance and self-censorship.
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US–UK Trade Deal Still Stands, Says British Trade Secretary
Earlier this week, the European Union put on hold the ratification process of the U.S.–EU trade deal, after Trump announced the new temporary global tariff.
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Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Planning to Disrupt Energy System
The allegation comes just days after Hungary vetoed an EU sanctions package against Russia over the halting of oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline.
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Aston Martin to Cut up to 20 Percent of Workforce
CEO Adrian Hallmark cited geopolitical uncertainty and tariffs in the United States and China as challenges in 2025.
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Germany’s Merz Pushes Deeper China Cooperation on 1st Beijing Trip
Merz said that ‘no one can bypass China anymore’ as Berlin seeks closer ties with the communist regime.
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US Warns Ukraine Not to Hit American Interests in Strikes on Russia Energy Infrastructure
The Ukrainian ambassador to Washington said the U.S. State Department had sent her a communication following a strike on the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
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UK Enforces Digital Travel Permit Requirement for Foreign Visitors
Officials said the move aligns the UK with countries including the United States and Australia.
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