Farmers block Dutch-Belgian border as protests spread across Europe
- Reuters) - Farmers blocked the Dutch-Belgian border and occupied roads in Greece on Friday, while a Polish union announced plans to shut border crossings with Ukraine as European protests over prices and red tape spread.
Europe within reach of landmark AI rules after nod from EU countries 
- Europe on Friday moved a step closer to adopting rules governing the use of artificial intelligence and AI models such as Microsoft-backed ChatGPT after EU countries endorsed a political deal reached in December.
Knife attack wounds three in Paris, police rule out terrorism
- A knife attack early on Saturday in the Gare de Lyon rail station in Paris left three people wounded, police said, ruling out terrorism at this stage.
- Police arrested the suspected attacker, who showed signs of mental disorders, Paris police chief Laurent Nunes told reporters. "We found medicine on him which suggests he was undergoing treatment."
Polish president criticised for doubting Ukraine can retake Crimea
- Poland's president declared on Saturday he had always been unwavering in his support for Ukraine after coming under strong criticism for saying he was unsure whether Kyiv would be able to regain control over Russian-occupied Crimea.
Around 200,000 gather across Germany in latest protests against far-right
- Around 200,000 people took to the streets in Germany on Saturday, most of them in the capital Berlin, as nationwide protests against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party entered their fourth week.
World Court rules Russia-Ukraine genocide case can go forward
- Judges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday ruled that the case Ukraine started accusing Russia of violating international law by accusing Ukraine of genocide can move forward.
- Ukraine brought the case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), also known as the World Court, days after Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022.
Germany launches major 4-day workweek trial amid labour shortage
- Germany is hoping that a shorter workweek will make workers more productive at a time when the country is experiencing a chronic labour shortage.
Ukrainian Attack Drones Target Volgograd Oil Refinery in Southern Russia
- Reports suggest that Ukrainian attack drones targeted the Volgograd oil refinery in southern Russia. The situation is evolving, and more information is awaited.
E.U. throws Ukraine $54 billion lifeline after Hungary drops opposition
- BRUSSELS — European Union leaders agreed Thursday to more than $50 billion in aid for Ukraine, overcoming opposition from Hungary to secure critical funding as battlefield progress stalls and support from the United States looks uncertain.
Ukraine says it sank Russian warship off coast of Crimea and unleashed ‘massive’ missile barrage on peninsula
- Ukraine’s military intelligence says it sank a Russian warship off the coast of Crimea, landing the latest in a series of blows to Russia’s Black Sea Fleet after mounting a “massive” missile attack on the occupied peninsula hours earlier.
Sweden's Military Reinforcement: A Shift in Neutrality
- Sweden is experiencing a surge in conscription rates, aiming to bolster its armed forces amid escalating regional tensions.
- The rearmament of Gotland, a key island in the Baltic Sea, symbolizes Sweden's renewed focus on defense in response to perceived threats, particularly from Russia.
- Sweden's historic neutrality is undergoing a significant shift as it moves closer to joining NATO.
- The reevaluation of Sweden's military stance reflects broader geopolitical shifts in Europe, with implications for regional security dynamics.
Russia's Escalating Attacks on Ukraine
- Russia launched a series of missile strikes and drone attacks across Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and widespread damage to infrastructure.
- The attacks caused power outages, fires, and structural damage, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
- European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell sought shelter during the attacks and emphasized the EU's unwavering support for Ukraine.
News bits compiled by:
Ayushi Attri (M.A. I.R., 2nd Year)
