Supporters of the deal fear the delay can embolden opposition and bring complications when Paraguay takes over the chair from Brazil.

The hypersonic Oreshnik missile, previously used by Russia in strikes on Ukraine, has been stationed in Belarus, President Alexander Lukashenko said.

European leaders remain divided over the proposal

Israel said it hit Hezbollah training sites and a suspected operative.

An anaesthetist was convicted of poisoning 30 patients at two clinics, causing 12 deaths, in a case that shocked France’s medical system.

The demonstration coincides with an EU Council summit and comes hours before Ursula von der Leyen travels to Brazil for talks linked to the Mercosur agreement.

The Ukrainian president told reporters European leaders may also be present at the talks to be held on Friday and Saturday.

Police say recent antisemitic attacks have changed the context for protest policing, prompting a tougher line on slogans deemed to incite violence.

Berlin’s recently increased defense spending covers missiles, armored medical vehicles, satellite systems, and even new uniforms.

Only select galleries—including those housing the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo—were opened, as management sought to ease mounting frustration among crowds.

The Erasmus framework could extend beyond universities, reopening access to vocational training placements and sports exchanges.

Despite new supply agreements with U.S. and European firms, Russian gas is set to remain Hungary’s key energy source in the months and years ahead.