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PoliticsSep 3Norway seizes Russian ship on Ukrainian arbitration claimAuthorities in Norway have seized a Russian ship, the Professor Molchanov, on a court order sought and obtained by Naftogaz in Ukraine. Russia has protested the move, which stems from its refusal to pay Naftogaz damages.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 3Germany: From country of emigration to immigration countryMigration is a sensitive topic in Germany, with public debate dominated by the fear of uncontrolled immigration. People forget that, over two centuries, millions of Germans emigrated in search of a better life.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 34 things to know about new UK worker visa rules allowing change of employersThe UK government has introduced a new immigration protection for recognised victims of modern slavery, allowing migrant workers on Skilled Worker visas to leave abusive employers without automatically putting their immigration status at risk. The post 4 things to know about new UK worker visa rules allowing change of employers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 3"I’m devastated by the verdict", says Tom Gibson, Deputy Dir. for Committee to Protect JournalistsA campaigner who has worked on the case of murdered Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia since she was killed by a car bomb in 2017 has spoken of his devastation at the not guilty verdict.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 3White House pressures US companies to avoid Paris space summit, report saysFrance's goverment said Thursday four US firms have cancelled their participation in next week's international space summit in the capital. Website Politico reported earlier that a White House official warned companies that attending the event could look like an endorsement of European Union policies.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 3Spanish PM Sanchez says no evidence Morocco orchestrated Ceuta border surgeSpain has found no evidence to conclude that July's deadly border rush from Morocco into its enclave of Ceuta was orchestrated by Moroccan authorities, ​Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez ‌said on Thursday, countering allegations in a Spanish police report. Speaking in parliament, Sanchez responded to claims in ⁠the report that emerged this week suggesting the entry of over 70,000 people into Ceuta was not a spontaneous migration but a planned effort to overwhelm border controls.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 3Outrage mounts in Malta after acquittal over journalist's murderHundreds of people demonstrated in the Maltese capital Valletta after a wealthy businessman was found not guilty of masterminding the murder of an investigative journalist. The verdict on Daphne Caruana Galizia's car-bomb killing in 2017 sparked outrage from Maltese civil society groups and international media freedom organisations. The opposition Nationalist Party, which organised the demonstration late on Wednesday, has said lawmakers should be called back from their summer break for a special session of the legislature to discuss the case.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 3Macron and Burnham hail stronger UK-France ties at Downing Street talksBurnham and his wife, Marie-France van Heel, welcomed the French president and First Lady Brigitte Macron outside the famous black door of 10 Downing Street.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 3New school year: Which EU countries pay their teachers the most?It's back-to-school time again, and teachers and their unions are reigniting the debate over stagnant wages and recurring staff shortages. But which countries pay teachers the best?EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 3Expiring emergency migration laws could be key to unlocking Hungary's EU finesBrussels and Budapest are exploring whether letting two temporary Hungarian migration laws lapse – without softening border policy – could provide a path to ending the EU's €1m-a-day fine imposed on Hungary, but experts remain doubtful it will be enough to satisfy the ECJ.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 3‘Good News’ — Nigerians react as UK allows foreign workers to change employersNigerians and other social media users have welcomed a new UK immigration policy allowing recognised victims of modern slavery on Skilled Worker visas to leave exploitative employers and take up new jobs without putting their immigration status at risk. The post ‘Good News’ — Nigerians react as UK allows foreign workers to change employers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 3India ready to extend help ‘in any manner’ to end Ukraine-Russia war: JaishankarThe External Affairs Minister said attacks on commercial ‌shipping featured ​prominently in his discussions with Ukrainian counterpartThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 3France's Macron meets UK PM Burnham at Downing StreetFrench President Emmanuel Macron met Britain’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, for official talks at 10 Downing Street. The meeting came a day after the pair were joined by King Charles and Queen Camilla at the British Museum for a preview of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition in London. Macron is the first EU leader to meet Burnham. Talks are expected to cover relations between Britain and the European Union, support for Ukraine, and migrant crossings in the English Channel.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 3"No hay pruebas": Pedro Sánchez reiterated in Congress that he has no evidence to accuse Morocco of the migratory chaos in CeutaThe President of the Spanish government appeared before Congress to explain the tragic crossing of thousands of migrants on July 30 and 31. The socialist leader faces strong pressure from the opposition, which demands his resignation after the migratory crisis.Clarín
PoliticsSep 3Ceuta crisis: ‘No evidence Morocco behind border surge’There is no evidence Morocco was behind the mass influx of migrants that overwhelmed the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in July, Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez told lawmakers Thursday. Sanchez's comments followed a police report that emerged this week saying that the mass entry into Ceuta was not a spontaneous migration event but a planned and phased operation designed to overwhelm border controls.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 3The powerful Catholic Church of Germany insists on major reforms and challenges Pope Leo XIVGerman bishops demand greater participation of women and laypeople in decision-making spaces. They have also been asking for years for more openness on issues such as priestly celibacy and sexual morality. An immense challenge for the pontiff, who, like his predecessor, must mediate between the reformist wing.Clarín
PoliticsSep 3Zack Polanski says he intends to stand in by - election to replace Keir StarmerZack Polanski has declared his intention to run in a by-election to succeed Keir Starmer. This signifies an upcoming political contest for a specific parliamentary seat.wandsworthguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 3Ukraine hails India as global superpower , welcomes PM Modi call to move from endless war to end of warUkraine has praised India as a global superpower and endorsed Prime Minister Modi's call for an end to the ongoing conflict. This indicates diplomatic exchanges and differing perspectives on the war in Ukraine.ianslive.in · India
PoliticsSep 3Hungary Orbán - style media takeover playbook lands in Serbia before elections – EUobserverA media strategy resembling Hungary's "Orbán-style" approach is reportedly being implemented in Serbia ahead of its elections. This raises concerns about media freedom and political influence in the region.euobserver.com · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 3Former Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar takes Lords seatA former Scottish Labour leader has taken a seat in the House of Lords, marking a new political appointment in the UK. This indicates a change in parliamentary representation.rutland-times.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 3Inside Donald Trump itinerary for next week Irish visit , what government insiders are already saying about the meeting with arch critic President Connolly and what she actually thinks of himDonald Trump's upcoming visit to Ireland next week includes a meeting with President Connolly, with government insiders commenting on the anticipated interaction.dailymail.com · United States
PoliticsSep 3Italy weighs the results as Giorgia Meloni government sets a longevity recordItaly is assessing the performance of Giorgia Meloni's government after it achieved a record for longevity in power.mizonews.net · India
PoliticsSep 3Spanish PM rejects suggestions Morocco was behind Ceuta border crisisThe Spanish Prime Minister has dismissed claims that Morocco was responsible for the Ceuta border crisis. This signifies ongoing diplomatic discourse regarding border issues between the two nations.wandsworthguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 3Zack Polanski says he intends to stand in by - election to replace Keir StarmerZack Polanski has announced his intention to stand in a by-election to replace Keir Starmer. This indicates a potential shift in political representation in a specific constituency.burytimes.co.uk · United Kingdom