TL;DRForeign Minister Wadephul met with his counterpart Lamolla in South Africa during a visit. Wadephul criticized South Africa's exclusion from the G20 summit and pledged support for the country.
TL;DRThe German government condemns Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea and calls for their immediate cessation, highlighting the threat to shipping and regional stability. Germany expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia and regional partners.
TL;DRThe EU has decided on new sanctions against Russia, which include restrictions on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG). Greece has been granted an exemption, allowing it to continue supplying Russian LNG to non-EU customers.
TL;DRWhile minor thefts typically lead to investigations, judgments, and penalties, significant acts of theft are often not labeled as such and can even be legal under certain circumstances. This distinction influences how different scales of acquisitive crime are addressed and perceived.
TL;DRA security expert warns that an agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia could undermine nuclear arms controls and harm the region. According to the expert, this deal would provide Iran with additional arguments.
TL;DRPresident Zelenskyy has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the army, expressing confidence in him. Drapatyi is considered a supporter of the previously dismissed Minister of Defense.
TL;DRBritish singer Morrissey has written to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez requesting an end to bullfighting and bull-running events in Spain. The letter outlines his plea for the cessation of these practices.
TL;DRThe EU Commission has approved a 21st sanctions package against Russia, primarily targeting the financial sector. Negotiations for this package were complicated by numerous specific requests from individual member states.
TL;DRInvestigations have been launched against six police officers and two paramedics following the death of a 37-year-old man after a police operation in Duisburg. No further details regarding the course of the operation or the exact reasons for the investigation have been released.