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Month 22. May 2026

Sabalenka: No Support for Russia’s War Ukraine

Sabalenka: No Support for Russia’s War Ukraine

Belarusian tennis star Arina Sabalenka has for the first time clearly distanced herself from Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, telling Vogue she does not support any war and calling for peace talks.

Rail competition: Flixtrain and Italo challenge ICE

Rail competition: Flixtrain and Italo challenge ICE

The Italian high-speed operator Italo, co-founded by former Ferrari CEO Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, plans to enter the German market. At the same time, Flixtrain announces a significant expansion of its services. A three-way battle on the rails is emerging, reports Spiegel.

NATO urgently needs Plan B for US exit – Rütte blocks debate

NATO urgently needs Plan B for US exit – Rütte blocks debate

The NATO urgently needs a 'Plan B' in case of a US withdrawal or a drastic reduction in its participation, according to a media report. Secretary General Mark Rütte has banned any discussion of this at the alliance's headquarters, as 'The Economist' reports.

AI Deepfakes: US Justice Department Indicts Two Men in New York

AI Deepfakes: US Justice Department Indicts Two Men in New York

Federal prosecutors in New York have charged two men with using artificial intelligence to create deepfake pornography of prominent women. The case is based on a 2023 law that criminalizes the distribution of intimate images without consent under federal law.

Children in Portugal: Mother and stepfather arrested

Children in Portugal: Mother and stepfather arrested

Portuguese police have arrested the mother and stepfather of two French toddlers who were found crying on a country road. The couple was discovered on the terrace of a café in Fátima, according to the Tagesspiegel, citing broadcaster RTP.

EU states call for sanctions against Israel’s Minister Ben-Gvir

EU states call for sanctions against Israel’s Minister Ben-Gvir

Several EU member states are demanding sanctions against Israel's Minister for National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, after he released a video taunting detained flotilla activists. According to Politico Europe, even Berlin is reconsidering its previous opposition to punitive measures against Israeli officials.

Retirement at 70? Commission denies alleged plans

Retirement at 70? Commission denies alleged plans

Germany's government-appointed pension commission is set to present its recommendations at the end of June. After a report about a possible retirement age of 70, the commission and the government immediately denied the claims, according to Tagesschau.