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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a halt to planned military strikes against Iran, stating the decision came after requests from Middle Eastern countries and Iran itself. He claimed significant progress had been made, with the 'perimeters of a deal' now established.
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Interior Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced that the major wildfires sweeping France are now under control, even as the country grapples with record heat, high fire risk and lingering damage to vineyards. The assessment comes as the blaze threat shifts eastward toward Greece, while French authorities continue extensive firefighting and relief operations.
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The Met Office has issued a fresh heat‑health warning for London amid forecasts of temperatures soaring above 30 °C, possibly reaching 40 °C. The alert comes after a string of heatwaves that have already caused nearly 3,000 excess deaths across England.
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Two teenagers are in critical condition following a head‑on collision with powerful unregistered motorcycles near Lom, Bulgaria. Police have opened an investigation and the incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and vehicle registration enforcement.
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Russian air and missile strikes hit Ukrainian cities including Kherson, Kharkiv and Kyiv, causing deaths, injuries and extensive damage to cultural sites. The attacks come amid heightened pressure on both sides of the war and renewed calls for diplomatic talks.
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The Plzeňský závod manufacturing plant, a supplier for global carmakers, announced it will cut hundreds of jobs. The move has sparked concern in a country where the automotive sector is a key pillar of the economy.
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Passengers at Brussels Airport faced queues exceeding four hours at passport control, prompting criticism and a government response. The delay underscores operational challenges at Belgium's main gateway compared with smoother processing at other major hubs.
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Norwegian authorities have issued an urgent warning over a rise in road deaths, calling for swift safety measures. The alert follows new casualty data and a recent crash that left a driver trapped in a vehicle.
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Mexico's National Autonomous University (UNAM) confirmed the resignation of Secretary General Patricia Dávila as a massive cheating scandal engulfed its entrance exam. The New York Times reported that as many as 75,000 candidates may have been implicated, prompting a nationwide debate on university admissions.
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Kyiv experienced a series of intense Russian ballistic missile attacks, resulting in at least nine deaths and numerous injuries. The strikes caused significant damage, with buildings collapsing and catching fire.
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Football's global governing body, FIFA, has abandoned its contentious proposal to sell stakes in its major competitions, including the World Cup. The decision follows extensive backlash against FIFA President Gianni Infantino's investment plan.
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A police officer on a service motorcycle died after being struck by a car that entered the opposite lane on a road in Liptov, northern Slovakia. Police have opened a criminal investigation and detained the driver pending charges.