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French President Macron says Europe will never abandon Ukraine
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08/07/2025
'Restatement of that historic commitment: Renegotiate important Franco-British bilateral agreements'
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People First mobilising globally to free Ukrainians, including children, held captive by Russia
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San Fermin bull-running festival kicks off in Spain
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06/07/2025
Heatwaves and wildfires break out in Europe
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Wildfires: Firefighters mobilized to tackle blazes all over Europe
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