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Chronic drought grips Türkiye as 2-year rainfall deficit deepens

Chronic drought grips Türkiye as 2-year rainfall deficit deepens

Long-term rainfall deficits in western and central provinces have become “chronic,” expert warns

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Italian anti-violence group seeks full investigation into Epstein files
31.03.2026

Italian anti-violence group seeks full investigation into Epstein files

Differenza Donna Association files complaint seeking in-depth probe of Epstein’s Italy links

Council of Europe voices concern over Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians
31.03.2026

Council of Europe voices concern over Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians

Israeli adoption of legislation 'serious regression,' Council of Europe notes

Iran war pushes up mortgage rates in France: Report
31.03.2026

Iran war pushes up mortgage rates in France: Report

Strait of Hormuz blockage extending far beyond higher fuel prices, also driving up mortgage rates and putting pressure on French people with property plans, according to Le Figaro

90% of German manufacturing companies expect negative effects due to Iran war: Survey
31.03.2026

90% of German manufacturing companies expect negative effects due to Iran war: Survey

Most industrial firms (78%) point to higher energy prices as the reason; 36% cite restricted shipping routes and supply problems, according to Ifo Institute

French peacekeepers with UN forces in Lebanon targeted by Israeli army over weekend: Report
31.03.2026

French peacekeepers with UN forces in Lebanon targeted by Israeli army over weekend: Report

3 incidents between Israeli army, French UNIFIL contingent took place on Saturday, causing no injuries, BFM TV reveals