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Trump envoy suggests allied zones of control in Ukraine
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Trump envoy suggests allied zones of control in Ukraine

Keith Kellogg clarifies the United States would not be providing troops for this force

Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court
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Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court

Opposition figure denies threatening chief prosecutor, facing up to 7 years in prison

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe
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Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe

European countries are urging the EU Commission to attract academic talent from the U.S., offering increased funding and relocation support

UAE and EU launch trade deal talks amid global uncertainty
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UAE and EU launch trade deal talks amid global uncertainty

The UAE and the European Union have officially agreed to begin negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Italian Fashion Powerhouse: Prada to buy Versace
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Italian Fashion Powerhouse: Prada to buy Versace

The two fashion labels have starkly different styles, with Versace's exuberance contrasting with Prada's sophisticated minimalism.

Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card
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Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card

Threat of renewed sanctions is intended to pressure Tehran into concessions, diplomats say

Detained British couple's case not 'serious': Taliban official
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Detained British couple's case not 'serious': Taliban official

"We hope their case will be resolved soon, their matter isn't anything big to worry about," official says.

EU pauses countermeasures following Trump's tariff reprieve
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EU pauses countermeasures following Trump's tariff reprieve

Trump's decision to pause most of his new duties brought relief to global markets and leaders, but he increased tariffs on Chinese imports

Dual national prisoners head home in US-Russia swap
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Dual national prisoners head home in US-Russia swap

US and Russia previously carried out a prisoner swap in August last year, involving 24 prisoners gaining their freedom

US, Russia delegations arrive for talks in Istanbul on diplomatic missions
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US, Russia delegations arrive for talks in Istanbul on diplomatic missions

Both Moscow and Washington have complained in recent years about the difficulties of getting credentials for their diplomats

Germany’s new coalition takes harder line on migration
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Germany’s new coalition takes harder line on migration

Move marks a sharp departure from Angela Merkel’s more liberal migration policies

EU countries set to approve first retaliation against US tariffs
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EU countries set to approve first retaliation against US tariffs

A committee of trade experts from the EU's 27 countries will vote on Wednesday afternoon on the Commission's proposal.

Universal Studios to open European park in 2031
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Universal Studios to open London theme park

It is expected to attract 8.5 million visitors in its first year, a number currently exceeded in Europe only by Disneyland Paris

Cruise, De Niro, and Binoche headline Cannes Film Festival
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Tom Cruise to premiere 'Mission: Impossible' at Cannes

"Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning" will be released in cinemas worldwide on May 17

Chinese nationals captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Zelenskiy says
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Chinese nationals captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Zelenskiy says

Zelenskiy did not say whether Ukraine believed the men were operating on Beijing's orders.

EU proposes 25% tariffs on US goods, but not bourbon
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EU proposes 25% tariffs on US goods, but not bourbon

The proposed tariffs aim to show EU strength while negotiating with Washington

NATO chief says China military expansion 'staggering'
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NATO chief says China military expansion 'staggering'

NATO secretary general Mark Rutte is visiting Japan to project NATO's power in the Asia-Pacific region and address China's military build-up

Assistant accuses 'Raging Bull' writer of sexual assault
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Assault allegations against Taxi Driver writer

The unnamed 26-year-old has accused Paul Schrader of grabbing and kissing her during the Cannes Film Festival last year

Germany says no longer top EU nation for asylum requests
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Germany says no longer top EU nation for asylum requests

Interior Minister Nancy Faeser says the drop reflects the country's efforts to curb irregular migration, both to Germany and across the EU

UK opens inquiry into child stabbings that sparked riots
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UK opens inquiry into child stabbings that sparked riots

The inquiry, led by Yvette Cooper, will investigate the July 29 Southport attack, focusing on Rudakubana's interactions with authorities