Germany’s Merz preparing for long war in Ukraine – POLITICO
Last week Merz had expressed skepticism that U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing peace push with Russian President Vladimir…
Israel kills 45 as it intensifies Gaza City strikes ahead of seizure meeting – POLITICO
Netanyahu has called Gaza City the “last bastion” of Hamas, and his cabinet is set to debate the…
Putin accused of ‘sabotaging’ peace efforts after diplomatic buildings hit in massive assault on Ukraine
European leaders expressed outrage after Kyiv was bombarded by Russia’s second-biggest aerial attack since its full-scale invasion of…
After Kyiv assault, EU ambassador wants US help to compel Moscow to end war – politico.eu
After Kyiv assault, EU ambassador wants US help to compel Moscow to end war politico.euJust spoke with President @ZelenskyyUa,…
The EU’s tech rules are under attack — again – POLITICO
Without a hitch, a now-familiar playbook unfolded: The European Commission stood by its “sovereign right to regulate,” European lawmakers…
Ukraine and Russia trade drone strikes on Kyiv’s independence day – POLITICO
Kyiv responded with a barrage of long-range drones that struck inside Russia. Authorities in the Kursk region said…
Russia bombards Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy summit – POLITICO
At least three people were killed in Russian strikes in Donetsk, the region’s governor said. Large parts of…
NZ’s largest councils reveal extent of outbuilding probes after Government relaxes setback laws
Auckland Council recorded 801 investigations overall, with 137 related to garages, 346 related to carports and sheds, 314…
Suspect named in fatal shooting near Atlanta CDC as agency holds call with staff
The GBI said DeKalb County police officer David Rose, 33, was shot and killed. No civilians were shot.…
Tall towers versus volcanic views: The building blocks in Auckland’s development
The Minister Responsible for RMA Reform, Chris Bishop, thinks viewshafts “eviscerate hundreds of millions of dollars of economic…
Large fire at former Massey University campus in Albany
Fire crews have tackled a fire spreading through derelict buildings in the north of the city. Photo /…
Hawke’s Bay SPCA urges pet owners to seek help instead of abandoning animals
“As a result, we have seen dogs tied to our gate and puppies/kittens left in baskets, buckets, upside…