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“We do of course see that Russia attempts every day, in one way or another — through hybrid means and various measures — to exert influence here in Germany in a manner that seeks to undermine our democracy and erode trust in politics and politicians,” said Martin Giese, a foreign ministry spokesperson. Russian disinformation campaigns have portrayed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his government as warmongers. They aim to undermine the already unpopular chancellor and boost Russia-friendly forces such as the AfD and the far-left Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) — both of which are strong in eastern Germany. “The state…

EU migration chief Magnus Brunner has called on MEPs to adopt a stalled EU law on fighting people smuggling, saying it could help prevent migration crises like the one in the Spanish territory of Ceuta last week. Speaking on Thursday, Brunner said the events in Ceuta “showed that there are actors who have no regard for the safety or even the lives, of innocent people,” but that nonetheless, “we cannot accept such a breach of integrity of our external borders and violation also of the security of of the Union – and in that regard, the impact of criminal smuggling…

Around 400 people displaced from Rome’s Spin Time building have been sleeping on the street after a fire forced them to leave the occupied property. Footage shows residents resting on camping beds, children playing in inflatable pools and volunteers providing meals and medical support during a heatwave. The former public office building has been occupied since 2013 by low-income families and individuals struggling with rising housing costs in the Italian capital. Police have blocked access to the building since the fire on 29 July, leaving residents waiting for a solution. Volunteer doctors say the heat and uncertainty are affecting vulnerable…

Published on 06/08/2026 – 15:08 GMT+2 Nigeria Advances Crypto Regulation Nigeria is taking significant steps to bring greater structure and oversight to Africa’s rapidly expanding cryptocurrency market. A proposed regulatory framework aims to increase transparency, strengthen investor confidence, and create an environment where innovation can flourish while ensuring consumer protection. The move is expected to support the continued growth of digital assets across the continent, particularly by improving the efficiency of cross-border payments—an area where blockchain technology has already demonstrated considerable potential. For businesses and individuals alike, faster and more affordable international transactions could unlock new opportunities for trade and…

Published on 06/08/2026 – 15:24 GMT+2 You’ve heard it. It’s so ubiquitous it would have been impossible not to. It’s a melody built around four notes, and it reappears in hit after hit, sticking in your ears like honey. Danish musicologist Carl Martin has dubbed it the “Gen Alpha melody”, so named because many of the songs featuring it were released during the 2010s. ‘APT.’ by Rosé and Bruno Mars. ‘One of Your Girls’ by Troye Sivan. ‘Ode to the Mets’ by The Strokes. Artists spanning genres as diverse as rock, pop and EDM – as well as musicians from…

Portuguese authorities have seized around five tonnes of cocaine from a cargo ship intercepted off the country’s coast. The ship, which had departed from South America, was boarded in a joint operation involving Portugal’s Judiciary Police, Air Force and Navy, with support from Britain’s National Crime Agency and Spain’s National Police. Most of the cocaine was found inside a shipping container, while the rest had been moved into the ship’s hold. Three foreign nationals — an Italian, a Colombian and an Indian citizen — were arrested. Authorities say Portugal has now seized around 28 tonnes of cocaine so far in…

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European equities keep reaching new highs. The pan-European STOXX Europe 600 climbed to another record on Wednesday, closing at around 657 points after touching a fresh intraday high and extending its winning streak to a third consecutive session. The blue-chip EURO STOXX 50, which tracks the euro area’s largest listed companies, also set a new all-time high during the day. The broader benchmark has now gained about 10% since the start of 2026. The rally is broad-based. Germany’s DAX broke above 26,100 for the first time. France’s CAC 40 climbed to a record 8,700, while Italy’s FTSE MIB reached an…

Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, who is also running for president, was the first to be reportedly targeted last week, before center-left parliamentarian Raphaël Glucksmann, who is expected to run, shared that he had been targeted by a “Russian operation” on Monday. Attal said on RTL radio on Thursday the smear campaign against him consisted of falsified news reports about his health and policy proposals, which copied the branding of French news outlets. “Russia wants to steal the election from the French,” he said. A 2024 report from Viginum identified a similar “pro-Russian campaign” known as “Matriochka,” which involved news…

Published on 06/08/2026 – 14:02 GMT+2 European Commission spokesperson Guillaume Mercier confirmed on Thursday that discussions between Spain and Brussels were at “full speed” regarding extra financial support for Ceuta after 72,000 individuals stormed the Spanish exclave from Morocco last week. Responding to a question asked by Euronews, Mercier said the EU executive received the first needs assessment from Spain on Wednesday. Technical discussions occurred earlier in the week, with Brussels now reviewing the assessment. “Then, the next step will be actually for Spain to make an application and submit formally to the Commission,” he said. The new funding could…