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France releases captain of Russian-linked oil tanker

France releases captain of Russian-linked oil tanker

58-year-old Indian captain was taken into custody on Saturday evening for allegedly flying false flag after French navy boarded tanker last Thursday

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France reiterates need to strengthen defense posture in Arctic
28.01.2026

France reiterates need to strengthen defense posture in Arctic

'In light of Russia’s posture in the High North, China’s economic presence there, and the strategic consequences of this rapprochement, we share the need to strengthen our defense posture in the Arctic,' President Macron says

EU urges restraint against potential military action amid US, Iran tensions
28.01.2026

EU urges restraint against potential military action amid US, Iran tensions

Principles of sovereignty, UN Charter must be upheld under all circumstances, says EU Commission spokesperson

Belgian premier says 'greatest ally' exploiting Europe's vulnerability
28.01.2026

Belgian premier says 'greatest ally' exploiting Europe's vulnerability

Europe will not have military means to defend its sovereignty for years to come, says Bart De Wever

Child poverty in London remains 'unacceptably high,' report warns
28.01.2026

Child poverty in London remains 'unacceptably high,' report warns

'Housing costs are the overwhelming driver of child poverty in London,' says Centre for London think tank

5 dead as storm Kristin batters Portugal
28.01.2026

5 dead as storm Kristin batters Portugal

Hurricane-strength wind gusts, heavy rain leave widespread damage, hundreds of thousands without power