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Bulgarian Progressive Party Wins Election with 44.6% as Radev Gets Mandate to Form Government

Rumen Radev received a mandate from President Iliana Jotova to form a new government following a decisive electoral victory. The Progressive Bulgaria party secured a commanding win with 44.6 percent of the vote, positioning itself for dominant political control. The electoral triumph marks a significant shift in Bulgarian politics, with Radev now tasked with assembling a governing coalition following the party's strong performance at the polls.

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European Prosecutor's Office Investigates Suspicious Agricultural Subsidies in Croatia

The European Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation into suspicious agricultural subsidies in Croatia. The probe centers on a former advisor at the country's Agricultural Paying Agency, the institution responsible for distributing EU farming subsidies to Croatian producers. The European Public Prosecutor's Office, established in 2017, handles cross-border crimes affecting the EU's financial interests, including fraud involving European funds. Croatia joined the European Union in 2013 and has since received substantial agricultural support through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy.

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New jobless claims rise in United States

The number of new unemployment benefit applications increased in the United States, according to latest data. After the American economy emerged from the pandemic-induced recession, the number of new unemployment claims had stabilized in a range between 200,000 to 250,000 weekly applications.

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Three Women Suspected of ISIS Links Detained Upon Return to Australia

Australian police detained three women suspected of having connections to the Islamic State (ISIS) after they returned to the country. A fourth woman who traveled with the group was not arrested by authorities. The detentions highlight ongoing security concerns about individuals with potential terrorist affiliations returning to Australia from overseas.

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German court convicts couple for stealing 1.9 million euros from parking meters

A German court has convicted a married couple of stealing 1.9 million euros from parking meters in the city of Kempten. The couple must also compensate the city for damages incurred from their theft scheme. The case represents one of the larger parking meter fraud cases in recent German court proceedings.

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Three Dead in Family Shooting Outside Restaurant in Austrian City of Linz

A family shooting outside a restaurant in the Austrian city of Linz has left three people dead. Austrian police are investigating the incident and searching for the motive behind the deadly attack. The shooting occurred in front of a restaurant establishment in Linz, Austria's third-largest city located in the northern part of the country.

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Migrant boat sinks near Greek island of Lesbos, leaving one dead

An inflatable boat carrying migrants capsized near the Greek island of Lesbos in the Aegean Sea, killing one person and injuring dozens of others. The incident has prompted serious accusations against Greece regarding its handling of the rescue operation. The tragedy highlights ongoing challenges in the eastern Mediterranean migration route, where thousands of people attempt dangerous sea crossings from Turkey to reach European Union territory in Greece.

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Iran's President Claims Meeting with Supreme Leader's Son After Mysterious Absence

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced he met with Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's Supreme Leader, marking the first public appearance of the influential figure following his mysterious disappearance from public life. Mojtaba Khamenei, who is widely considered a potential successor to his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had vanished from view after reportedly suffering serious injuries in recent American and Israeli military strikes against Iranian targets. The younger Khamenei has long operated behind the scenes in Iran's power structure, wielding significant influence within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the clerical establishment. His absence from public life had fueled speculation about his condition and potential impact on Iran's leadership succession plans, making Pezeshkian's announcement particularly significant for understanding the current state of Iran's ruling elite.

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Trump Suspends Freedom Project After Saudi Arabia Opposition

US President Donald Trump suspended the Freedom Project operation after Saudi Arabia expressed disagreement with the initiative. The operation had begun Monday morning but was halted approximately 36 hours later when Trump announced its suspension. The brief duration of the project and Saudi opposition suggests diplomatic tensions over the scope or implementation of the operation, though specific details about the nature of the Freedom Project and Saudi Arabia's objections were not disclosed.

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Paris Police Arrest 127 People During City Center Unrest and Celebrations

Paris police arrested 127 people during disturbances that broke out in the city center amid celebrations. Eleven people sustained injuries during the unrest, with one person suffering serious injuries, according to the German news agency DPA. The incidents occurred as crowds gathered for celebrations, though the specific nature of the celebrations was not immediately clear.

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Polish Presidential Candidate Nawrocki Proposes EU Climate Policy Referendum

Karol Nawrocki, a candidate in Poland's presidential election, has proposed holding a referendum on the European Union's climate policy. Nawrocki referenced his campaign commitment to the Solidarity trade union, where he pledged to take steps to mitigate the negative consequences of the Green Deal. The Green Deal is the EU's flagship climate policy aimed at making Europe carbon neutral by 2050, but it has faced criticism from some member states over its economic impact on traditional industries.

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Interpol Seizes Millions of Euros Worth of Counterfeit Medications

Interpol has confiscated counterfeit medications valued at millions of euros in a major international operation targeting fake pharmaceuticals. The largest portion of the seized drugs consisted of treatments for erectile dysfunction, highlighting the global problem of illegal medication manufacturing and distribution. The operation underscores ongoing international efforts to combat the dangerous counterfeit drug trade, which poses serious health risks to consumers who unknowingly purchase fake medications that may contain harmful substances or lack active ingredients.

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Russia to shut down mobile internet during Victory Day celebrations

Russia will temporarily disable mobile internet and SMS services during Victory Day celebrations, according to an announcement from Moscow. The restrictions will also affect services from the government's approved "white list" of permitted platforms. Russian authorities are implementing what officials describe as unprecedented limitations on communications services during the May 9 holiday, which commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II and typically features major military parades and public events across the country.

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Aircraft carrying suspected hantavirus cases land in Netherlands

Aircraft carrying individuals suspected of hantavirus infection have landed in the Netherlands. The World Health Organization described the outbreak on a ship as unusual, suggesting the cases originated from a maritime vessel. Hantavirus is typically transmitted through contact with infected rodents or their droppings, making shipboard transmission relatively rare compared to land-based exposure in rural or wilderness areas.

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Czech Switzerland National Park Fire Declared Extinguished After Month-Long Battle

Firefighters have officially declared the extinguishment of a devastating fire that ravaged Czech Switzerland National Park after a month-long battle against the flames. The emergency alert level has been reduced following five days of final containment efforts. Park management has now taken over responsibility for the affected territory under the supervision of volunteer firefighters. The fire represents one of the most destructive natural disasters to hit the popular national park, which straddles the Czech-German border and is known for its distinctive sandstone formations and hiking trails.

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Local Elections Begin in England as Polls Predict Heavy Losses for Governing Labour Party

Local elections commenced across England with polling data indicating significant losses for the governing Labour Party. The elections will test public support for the current government at the local level, with early surveys suggesting voters may deliver a substantial rebuke to Labour candidates. These municipal elections serve as an important barometer of political sentiment between general elections, often reflecting public dissatisfaction with national government performance on issues ranging from economic policy to public services.

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Book Examines Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Through Single Day

American journalist Nathan Trall won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction for his documentary novel "The Day of Abid Salama," which has been translated into multiple world languages. The Jerusalem-based author uses one ordinary day to expose the complex issues of Israeli-Palestinian coexistence and conflict, showing the daily reality of Palestinians divided by the ongoing situation. The book provides an intimate look at how the broader political conflict affects individual lives and families in the region.

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Explosion on Korean Ship in Strait of Hormuz Sparks US-Iran Diplomatic Tensions

A South Korean vessel, the HMM Namu, exploded in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a sharp exchange between the United States and Iran. Iran's embassy in Seoul rejected any Iranian involvement in the incident affecting the Korean ship. The explosion has escalated existing tensions between Washington and Tehran in the strategically vital waterway, which serves as a crucial shipping lane for global oil exports. The Strait of Hormuz has been a frequent flashpoint between Iran and Western nations, with previous incidents involving tanker attacks and military confrontations as geopolitical rivalries play out in the region.

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North Korea Declares It Is Not Bound by Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

North Korea announced it is not bound by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, claiming its nuclear weapons represent legitimate ownership. The declaration came as the 11th Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty was taking place at United Nations headquarters. The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, signed in 1968, aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons while promoting peaceful nuclear cooperation and eventual disarmament. North Korea originally signed the treaty in 1985 but withdrew in 2003 amid international disputes over its nuclear program, becoming the only country to ever leave the agreement.

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