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Solidarity with Palestinians questioned as Indonesian troops set for Gaza President Prabowo Subianto is trying to expand Indonesia's global standing, but Indonesians question his role in Gaza.

Indonesia is preparing to send 1,000 soldiers to Gaza within weeks, the first contingent of some 8,000 personnel that Jakarta has pledged to deploy to the Palestinian territory as part of an International Stabilization Force www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/...

In earlier comments, Sánchez called the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran 'dangerous and unjustified.' Those comments put clear water between his position and that of most other major European leaders

Spain's Pedro Sánchez takes a more balanced view. He condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf states and other targets. But he also accuses Israel (and Hezbollah) of perpetuating a cycle of violence in the region.

Europe Must Brace for Fallout From Middle East Conflict, EU Chief Says Ursula von der Leyen said Europe and the rest of the world should be prepared for the impact on energy, migration and security.

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EU top leader Von der Leyen says the "lasting, diplomatic solution" to the Iran conflict is a "credible transition" in the regime, and a halt to Iran's nuclear and ballistic programs. She accuses Tehran of 'destabilising activities' in the Middle East

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From Wheels to Heels: Veteran Car CEO Gets Mission to Revive Gucci Owner Renault boss Luca de Meo is preparing for an unconventional move to Kering, whose other brands include Saint Laurent and Balenciaga.

Luca de Meo reinvigorated Renault after the carmaker faced severe financial difficulties. Will his unconventional move to Gucci's parent company produce a similar turnaround?

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a few days in the French pyrenees

flooded quarry on Bodmin moor

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springtime in the foothills of the pyrenees

Última hora sobre la comparecencia de Sánchez en el Congreso, en directo El presidente del Gobierno, Pedro Sánchez, comparece este miércoles en el Congreso en busca de apoyos para aprobar un mayor gasto en defensa. Sánchez se enfrenta a un debate en el que se esperan críti...

Sánchez: As long as I remain PM, extra defence spending will never come at the cost of cuts to welfare www.eldiario.es/6_b99bf7?utm...

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Tourists and Migrants: The Winning Combination Helping This European Economy Keep Pace With America Spain’s economy grew last year at a pace that likely outstripped its European peers and even the U.S, driven by tourists and immigrants.

The Spanish economy is rising above the gloom clouding much of Europe. The secret? Tourism and migration. Our story:

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Indonesian president Prabowo’s first 100 days marked by u-turns, missteps … and sky-high popularity Prabowo appears at ease on the global stage and enjoys a high approval rating at home but analysts point to a lack of direction on foreign policy

In the sprawling, developing nation of 280 million people, Prabowo Subianto’s campaign promise to provide free lunches to almost 90 million school children and pregnant women won him many fans across Indonesia www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

Spain warns far right is exploiting anger over climate disasters Nationalist Vox party has seized on ‘visceral’ public reaction to mishandling of floods, says transport minister

Spain's far-right Vox party rejects climate action, but has gained support after the Valencia floods that were worsened by climate change

“There is a visceral component to citizens’ analysis of things. It is not entirely rational," the transport minister tells the FT
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