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Andrey Gyurov, head of the Democratic Bulgaria coalition, said his decision on a presidential bid will be taken with caution. His potential candidacy comes amid budget disputes, intra‑government tensions and heightened regional geopolitics.
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Blazes across central and southern Italy have forced the evacuation of tourists in the Gargano peninsula and driven flames around Rome's ring road, while massive fires in France and Spain have displaced hundreds of thousands. Authorities battle the infernos amid reports of arson tactics and escalating smoke hazards.
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Romanian Air Force jets downed a third Russian UAV within 72 hours, prompting President Klaus Iohannis to label the incursions "intolerable" and to summon Moscow’s ambassador. The incidents have sparked diplomatic protests and heightened security concerns along Romania’s eastern flank.
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A single ticket holder claimed the €8.2 million Irish Lotto prize in the Saturday draw, while three additional players each received €89,430. The National Lottery has urged the public to verify their tickets amid heightened interest.
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UNESCO has inscribed a series of Alvar Aalto‑designed sites in Finland as a World Heritage property. The decision, announced in Busan, includes landmarks in Helsinki and the Jyväskylä region.
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Former governor Cid publicly denounced Ciro Gomes' candidacy for a state governorship and voiced disappointment with Mauro Filho, highlighting fractures within Brazil's left‑leaning camp. The criticism comes as President Lula's administration tightens electoral safeguards, including denying U.S. officials entry ahead of the 2026 national elections.
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One person was killed and at least 16 others were injured after a van plowed into a crowd at Berlin's annual LGBTQ+ Pride event. Authorities have identified a suspect with ties to local Islamist circles and a manhunt is underway.
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Massive wildfires are sweeping across parts of France and Spain, leading to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of residents and holidaymakers. Authorities are grappling with fires described as some of the worst on record in the region.
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Protesters opposing the Turin‑Lyon high‑speed railway clashed with police in the Susa Valley, injuring dozens of officers and burning two police vans. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella condemned the violence and pledged to keep the project on track.
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UK police are investigating payments to the Reform UK party, with a focus on donations from a company linked to Richard Tice, the party's deputy leader. The investigation has sparked renewed scrutiny of the party's finances and transparency.
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A van drove into a crowd at Berlin Pride, killing one person and injuring several others, prompting police to cancel the event. The incident has sparked a manhunt, with authorities vowing to punish those responsible.
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A series of explosions rocked Ukraine's capital after Russian forces launched ballistic missiles toward Kyiv, hitting an arms exhibition and residential areas. The attacks left at least ten dead, dozens injured and ignited multiple fires across the city.