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A Russian infiltrated a Bundeswehr training ground in Germany: intelligence services do not rule out espionage in favor of Russia
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The trial of Gerard Depardieu on charges of sexual harassment begins in Paris
The trial of Gerard Depardieu has begun in Paris over allegations of sexual harassment from two women during filming in 2021. The actor faces up to 5 years in prison and a fine of 75 thousand euros.
Biden receives Germany's highest honor for restoring transatlantic ties
U. S. President Joe Biden has been awarded Germany's highest honor for strengthening German-American friendship. The German president noted Biden's role in strengthening the transatlantic alliance and supporting Ukraine.
A Russian infiltrated a Bundeswehr training ground in Germany: intelligence services do not rule out espionage in favor of Russia
A Russian citizen accidentally rode his bicycle into a Bundeswehr military training area near Gardelegen. The military police do not rule out an attempt at espionage, although the Russian was released after checking his documents.
Scholz: German unification is not complete 34 years after reunification
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that the process of reunification is still ongoing. He emphasized the need to overcome the differences between the east and the west, especially after the recent elections in the eastern states.
“It's not even worth commenting": the German Defense Ministry ignored Putin's latest nuclear threats
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said that Putin's nuclear threats are not worthy of attention. According to him, this is a common tool of Russian policy, and NATO will follow its own course.
Switzerland offers 50 thousand francs for the idea of clearing lakes of ammunition
The Swiss Ministry of Defense has announced a competition for the best idea to remove ammunition from lakes. The Firwaldstätte and Neuchâtel lakes contain more than 7,800 tons of ammunition at different depths.
Death of Ukrainian in German refugee center: police detain suspect
A 26-year-old Ukrainian man suspected of murdering his 46-year-old compatriot in a refugee shelter has been detained in Rostock. Police are investigating the circumstances of the death, which could have been violent.
Trial of teenagers accused of killing Ukrainian basketball players begins in Germany
The trial of four teenagers accused of killing two Ukrainian basketball players in Oberhausen has begun in Essen. Prosecutors believe the attack was motivated by xenophobia.
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The German company Hugo Boss has completed the sale of its Russian business to the wholesale company Stockman. The amount of the deal was not disclosed, but the Russian authorities require a discount of at least 50% when Western companies sell their business in Russia.
Macron condemns cyberbullying of Olympic opening ceremony choreographer
French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed outrage over the cyberbullying of the choreographer of the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. He praised Thomas Jolly for his brave art and emphasized the French pride in the ceremony.
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Despite Euro 2024, beer sales in Germany were down 0. 6% due to weather and inflation. Breweries complain about rising costs, but non-alcoholic beer is gaining popularity.
German state of Hesse will not issue documents to men of military age from Ukraine
The German state of Hesse will not issue documents for Ukrainian men of military age to travel abroad. The authorities believe that they can return to Ukraine to obtain a passport and perform military service.
An explosion occurs at a fireworks warehouse in Bulgaria: there is a dead man and injured
In Bulgaria, a powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks warehouse, leading to a fire. One man was killed, several people were injured, local residents were evacuated, and the fire continues.
North Korean hackers tried to steal military secrets for nuclear program
Intelligence agencies from the United States, Britain, and South Korea have exposed a DPRK cyberespionage campaign. Hackers attacked defense companies in an attempt to obtain data on nuclear and missile technologies.
Scholz believes Harris can win the US election
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that Kamala Harris has a high chance of winning the US presidential election. He described her as an experienced and competent politician with a clear vision of her country's role.
Scholz: The West should conclude new disarmament treaties with Russia
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that new disarmament treaties with Russia should be concluded in the long term. He emphasized that Germany must be strong to prevent an attack.
TikTok owner loses a lawsuit against the European Commission
Chinese company ByteDance, which owns TikTok, has lost its appeal against the European Union's decision to recognize the digital company as a “gatekeeper” - a platform with special influence - under the EU's new law on digital markets.
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Stoltenberg hopes Ukraine will join NATO within ten years
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg hopes that Ukraine will become a member of the North Atlantic alliance within the next decade and has called for increased military assistance to Ukraine.
Europol is concerned about the increase in the volume of cocaine supplied to Europe
Europol reports a record increase in cocaine smuggling to Europe, with almost 70% of it being transported through the ports of Antwerp and Rotterdam.
Slovakia disbanded the public broadcaster and created a new state media outlet on its basis
Slovakia dissolved the public broadcaster RTVS and created a new state media outlet STVR with an interim head appointed by the government amid public concern about increased political control.
The law on partnerships, including same-sex partnerships, came into force in Latvia
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Greece officially introduces a six-day working week in July
In Greece, starting from July 1, 2024, many employees will be required to work six days a week as part of a labor law reform aimed at combating "black employment" and simplifying management in companies.
Georgian Parliament passes anti-LGBT law in first reading
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In Germany, a new law on citizenship comes into force, which makes it easier to obtain it
In Germany, a new citizenship law comes into force that makes it easier to obtain a German passport, allowing applicants to retain their previous citizenship and apply for a passport after 3-5 years of residence in the country.
Russia bans access to more than 80 Western media outlets
Russia is banning access to more than 80 Western media outlets from 25 EU countries, accusing them of spreading disinformation.
Nepal condemns "Buddha Boy" for child sexual abuse
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Armenia recognizes Palestine as a sovereign state
Armenia recognizes the state of Palestine and joins countries that support the two-state principle as the only way to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and establish peace and stability in the Middle East.
Spanish police arrest sellers of sex slaves from Ukraine
Spanish police have arrested five people, including one Spanish citizen, two Russians and two Ukrainians, involved in a criminal group that has been sexually exploiting Ukrainian and Belarusian refugee women in the city of Almeria since 2020, luring them with false job promises and forcing them into prostitution.
In Germany, only one in four Ukrainian refugees is employed
In Germany, only about 33,000 Ukrainian refugees have been employed through the accelerated labor market integration program, which is significantly less than the planned 200,000 at the time of the program's launch.