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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Europe's Big Money Move for Ukraine Hits a Snag

Europe's plan to back Ukraine with a massive financial boost is facing some serious hurdles. The idea was to use frozen Russian assets worth up to 210 billion euros to give Ukraine a strong hand in talks with Moscow. But getting all European countries on board has been tricky, especially with Hungar

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Russia's Banker Warns EU: Frozen Assets Could Spark Decades of Legal Battles

Andrei Kostin, a key figure in Russia's banking sector, has issued a stern warning to the European Union. He believes that if the EU proceeds with plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, it could lead to a lengthy legal battle. This comes after EU leaders recently attempted to agree o

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

EU's Money Maze: Ukraine's Financial Future Hangs in the Balance

The EU is in a tough spot. They need to find a way to help Ukraine financially, but Belgium is making it hard. Belgium wants some serious guarantees before they agree to use Russian assets to help Ukraine. This is making the EU leaders think of a backup plan. The EU might have to borrow money to gi

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Who Will Lead the Eurogroup Next?

The Eurogroup, a group of finance ministers from countries using the euro, is looking for a new leader. The current president, Paschal Donohoe, stepped down recently to join the World Bank. This opens the door for two new candidates: Kyriakos Pierrakakis from Greece and Vincent Van Peteghem from Bel

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Belgium's Stance on Russian Assets: A Potential Peace Hurdle

Belgium's prime minister has expressed concerns about a European Union (EU) plan to use frozen Russian state assets to support Ukraine. Bart De Wever believes this move could complicate efforts to reach a peace deal in the ongoing conflict. De Wever shared his thoughts in a letter to the European C

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

France's Bold Move: Volunteers to Strengthen Military

France is making a big change to boost its military. Starting next year, young people aged 18 and 19 can join a new voluntary service. This isn't about fighting in wars abroad. Instead, they will train and work within France and its territories for 10 months. The idea is to prepare for future threa

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Choosing the Right Leader for INTERPOL: A Critical Decision

INTERPOL is at a crossroads. The organization, which connects police forces worldwide, is about to pick its next leader. This isn't just about a fancy title; it's about keeping INTERPOL honest and effective. One candidate, Turkey's Mustafa Serkan Sabanca, is in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. A

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Nov 26 2025SCIENCE

Sun's Cool Dark Plasma: A Cosmic Dance Captured

The sun, our home star, never fails to surprise. Recently, the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter mission captured a stunning sight: a dark, arching structure of plasma, known as a solar prominence, rising from the sun's edge. This isn't just any old space photo; it's a rare glimpse into the sun'

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

EU's Unwavering Stance: Cash and Arms for Ukraine Amid Peace Talks

The European Union is standing firm in its support for Ukraine. This support includes money, weapons, and diplomacy. EU leaders recently met in Angola. They discussed Ukraine's needs. They promised to keep helping. Money is a big part of this support. EU leaders agreed to fund Ukraine for the next

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Nov 19 2025SPORTS

Upcoming Young Football Stars: Where to Catch the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup

The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup is set to kick off on November 3, 2025, in Qatar, and it's a big deal for football fans who love spotting future stars. This tournament is all about young talent, and it's happening right before the main World Cup next year. You can catch the games on different platform

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