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'Grave mistake': IDF releases findings of what went wrong in strike that killed aid workers

The IDF has released findings of a strike that killed seven aid workers - identifying that a series of mistakes and incorrect assumptions resulted in their deaths.

Kyiv Confirms Ukrainian Drones Destroyed 6 Russian Planes at Air Base, as Many as 3 Sites Blasted

A massive drone attack slammed the Morozovsk airfield in Rostov region taking out planes that Russia uses to target Ukrainian army positions and frontline cities. Three other sites were hit.

Somali Refugee 'Strangles Heavily Pregnant' Swedish Girlfriend To Death In Alleged 'Honor' Killing

Mohamedamin Abdirisek Ibrahim, a Somali refugee, faces murder charges for allegedly strangling his pregnant Swedish girlfriend.

German state ditches Microsoft for Linux and LibreOffice

Why? Schleswig-Holstein cites cost, security, and digital sovereignty - though not necessarily in that order.

Estonia found €2-3 billion in shells, missiles for Ukraine, needs funding from allies

Estonia's Defense Minister Pevkur reveals plans to purchase 800,000 shells for Ukraine, similar to the Czech initiative if allies provide funding.

Macron to say France and allies could have stopped Rwanda genocide in 1994

French president marks 30th anniversary with video, airing Sunday, saying international community lacked will to stop the slaughter

Finland's eastern border to remain shut indefinitely, including boat harbours

"Spring will provide opportunities to put more pressure on Finland," warned Interior Minister Mari Rantanen (Finns).

Netanyahu warns ‘we’ll harm those who harm us’ as Israel braces for Iranian response

Belarus launches "military exercise" near Poland's border

On Tuesday, the Belarusian Armed Forces began manoeuvres in the regions bordering Ukraine, Lithuania and Poland. Source: Ministry of Defence of Belarus; European Pravda with reference to Belarusian state-owned news outlet BelTA Details: Thus, as part of a comprehensive inspection of the territorial defence of Gomel Oblast, a command and staff exercise with the Territorial Defence Forces of the Rahachow and Karma districts will be held from 2 to 4 April under the leadership of the military commis

Germany considers bringing back compulsory military service

Germany should be prepared “in the event of war,” the country's defense minister said.

Russia trying to undermine Paris Olympics, says Macron

The French President claims Russia is running a disinformation campaign to damage this summer's games.

Ukrainian man jailed for life over role in Russian strike on pizzeria

Man provided information on restaurant in Kramatorsk that was hit last June, killing 13 people including novelist Victoria Amelina

Biden threatens change in US policy if Netanyahu fails to protect Gaza civilians

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Joe Biden threatened on Thursday to condition support for Israel's offensive in Gaza on it taking concrete steps to protect aid workers and civilians, seeking for the

Diplomatic crisis erupts between Poland and Israel following killing of Polish aid worker in Gaza

A 35-year-old Polish man was among seven people who were killed while delivering food to besieged Palestinians with the charity World Central Kitchen.

Israel evacuates multiple embassies around the world over Iran fears

According to Israeli media, diplomats serving abroad have expressed their concern that their embassies will be the target of Iranian retaliation.

Biden calls for "immediate ceasefire" in tense call with Netanyahu

As Netanyahu holds call with US president, American officials say: ‘Biden is pissed’

Putin claims Islamists wouldn't have organised terrorist attack in Russia

Russian leader Vladimir Putin has said that Russia cannot be the target of terrorist attacks by Islamic fundamentalists, as there is supposedly “inter-confessional harmony and unity” in the country.

Kremlin says Russia and NATO are now in "direct confrontation"