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Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Pope Francis is critically ill with double pneumonia and chronic bronchitis. He receives high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions. Doctors fear sepsis. The Vatican cancelled the Angelus prayer, urging prayers for his recovery.
Pope FrancisPope Francis hospitalized in Rome, denies resignation is in hospital due to a respiratory infection. He went to Gemelli H

Pope Francis, who had part of his lung removed in his youth, was hospitalized earlier this month at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital due to a respiratory infection, preventing him from making public appearances.
According to the Vatican, blood tests conducted on Saturday revealed thrombocytopenia (a condition characterized by a low platelet count) linked to anemia, necessitating blood transfusions.

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Moscow (Eurotoday) – Russia’s deputy foreign minister has confirmed that preparations are underway for a face-to-face dialogue between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Speaking to Russian state media, Sergei Ryabkov indicated that a potential meeting between Putin and Trump could cover a wide range of global issues, extending beyond just the ongoing conflict in U

The upcoming vote is expected to signal the conclusion of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s turbulent coalition government.

Ukraine Faces Daily Attacks as UN Prepares for Post-Conflict Scenarios
Ukrainian civilians continue to endure almost daily airstrikes targeting infrastructure, leaving many without homes, security, and electricity. More than 10 million people have been displaced, making this the largest displacement crisis in Europe since World War II.
So far, approximately 12,600 civilians have lost their li

Sofia (Eurotoday) – Several thousand protestors clashed with police while attempting to storm the building of a European Union mission during a demonstration against Bulgaria’s decision to adopt the euro next year.
Most of the protestors were supporters of Bulgaria’s ultra-nationalist Revival party. The anti-government demonstrators chanted “Resignation” and “No to the Euro.” They hurled red pai

Live Updates: Germany Votes in Crucial Election
Welcome, Willkommen, to POLITICO’s live coverage of the German election. We’ll be providing real-time updates as voters across Germany cast their ballots.
This pivotal election follows the collapse of the three-party governing coalition in November. The alliance between Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s Social Democrats, the Greens, and the liberal Free D

The European Union's Commitment to Litter-Free Coastal Communities
The increasing presence of litter in our oceans is a major environmental concern, threatening marine life and human health. Addressing this issue requires international cooperation as waste moves across borders through land, rivers, and seas. Effective solutions demand the collaboration of policymakers, local authorities, res

British PM Keir Starmer and EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen discussed “the need to secure a just and enduring peace in Ukraine” during a telephone call, a Downing Street spokesperson stated.
The phone conversation follows concerns among European leaders about being excluded by US President Donald Trump from discussions with Russia regarding the future of the conflict in Ukraine, whi