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In France, protests against the cost of living and fuel prices were accompanied by clashes, arson and looting. In Limoges, a historic town hall burned down.
The President of Ukraine discussed work on the project with the President of France.
G7 countries plan to allocate €260 million for the restoration of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s confinement structure. The total need is estimated at at least €500 million.
In November, 1,500 military personnel from Britain, France, Germany and Poland will practice deploying a contingent to Ukraine. No decision on the mission has been made.
Saab unveiled the first of three GlobalEye aircraft for Sweden. The aircraft will replace two ASC 890s provided to Ukraine in 2024.
Cyberattacks in France heated supermarket refrigerators to 50 degrees and spoiled products. In the Netherlands, warehouses and supplies were affected.
G7 countries plan to allocate €260 million for repairs to the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s confinement structure, damaged by a Russian strike. The total need is at least €500 million.
The European Commission will propose additional restrictions on imports from China due to the trade imbalance. The new instruments are intended to protect the EU market.
The reduced Starlink speed hindered the Defense Forces from shooting down jet-powered “Shaheds. ” Ukraine is seeking additional satellite capabilities with its partners.
Ukrainian children abroad will be able to receive a school-leaving certificate through recognition of their foreign education and a Ukrainian studies component. The program can be completed in person or remotely.
Marine Le Pen said that after winning in 2027, she would end financial aid to Ukraine within six months. She is also opposed to Ukraine joining the EU.
European leaders fear that Trump is increasingly supporting Moscow and pressuring Kyiv. The EU plans to continue helping Ukraine without wavering.
EU leaders failed to reach an agreement on the long-term budget at the summit in Brussels. The countries are arguing over cutting spending and increasing the budget.
The EU has recorded 1,715 cases of West Nile virus, and 130 people have died. The infection is spreading to northern Europe through mosquito bites.
Zelenskyy and Macron discussed countering Russian escalation and new packages for Ukrainian aviation.
The French Foreign Minister said that Europe provides the main support to Ukraine. According to him, two-thirds of the intelligence comes from Europeans, including France.
Christine Lagarde could be elected head of the WEF as early as November, which would lead to an early change in the ECB leadership. No final decision has yet been made.
Zelenskyy will meet with European leaders and the NATO Secretary General in Brussels. He called for increased pressure on Russia and support for Ukraine.
Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon attended a James Blake concert in Paris. The couple's unusual outfits attracted the attention of photographers.
Mont Blanc's height has decreased to 4,807. 47 metres due to changes in snow and ice. Experts do not associate the annual fluctuations with the loss of glacial mass.
U. S. intelligence is critically important for Ukraine’s air defense and strikes. An expert called its provision and the sale of weapons levers of pressure on Trump.
Jean-Noël Barrot said that Musk uses X to harass European leaders online. He also warned of foreign interference in France's 2027 elections.
Parliament updated the property valuation system and created a group to select members of the Accounting Chamber. These decisions are needed for an EU loan.
Strikes on Yandex data centers disrupted the operation of the Pravda, InfoDefense, and Nod of Time networks. Their activity in some clusters fell by half.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine said that Moscow is preparing hybrid operations and does not rule out a direct conflict with Europe by 2045. The targets include Poland and the Baltic states.
The Ukrainian duo placed third in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team event. This is Ukraine’s first medal of the 2026 season.
In the Indian Ocean, French military personnel boarded the DF Peak tanker. The vessel is suspected of illegally transporting fuel under a false flag.
Andy Burnham stated that Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum.
Only 15% of French people view Macron’s performance positively — the lowest figure for an incumbent president. Support for Le Pen and Bardella has also declined, to 33% and 32%, respectively.
China and the EU have reached a preliminary agreement to limit supplies of Chinese hybrids. The new measures could take effect on December 1.