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Lithuania arrests 21 in alleged cigarette smuggling ring using weather balloons from Belarus
Tuesday's operation involved more than 140 officers from the Lithuanian Criminal Police Bureau, Vilnius police and special anti-terrorism units.
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Rome opens two new Metro C stations, showcasing ancient ruins near Colosseum
Rome unveils two new Metro C stations near the Colosseum, featuring ancient artifacts. The project, nearly 20 years in the making, promises to ease city traffic.
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Millions facing acute food insecurity in Afghanistan as winter looms, UN warns
Food assistance in Afghanistan is reaching only 2.7% of the population, the IPC said, exacerbated by a weak economy, high unemployment and lower inflows of remittances from abroad.
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Gaza's displaced struggle with heavy rain and cold weather in fragile tents
Gaza is facing another hardship as heavy rain and cold weather hit thousands of displaced people living in fragile tent camps.
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Beirut hosts colourful Christmas parade despite tension with Israel
Despite tensions with Israel and a fragile ceasefire, Lebanon entered the festive season as Beirut hosted a colourful Christmas parade, with marching bands, music and bright decorations filling the city streets.
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Latest news bulletin | December 16th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 16th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Russia names German broadcaster Deutsche Welle as 'undesirable organisation'
Deutsche Welle's director general said the move by Moscow was another sign that the Kremlin "wants to quash any freedom of opinion in the country."
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UK to investigate foreign interference in politics after Russia bribery scandal
An independent review has been ordered in response to the conviction of former Reform UK lawmaker Nathan Gill for accepting bribes from Russia.
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French farmer protests force Spain to close Biriatou border to lorries
Farmer protests in France led Spain to close the Biriatou border to lorries. The Basque Government imposed traffic restrictions until the situation improves.
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Driver who ploughed into crowd at Liverpool football parade jailed for over 21 years
Paul Doyle, 54, used his vehicle "as a weapon" after losing his temper with crowds at a Liverpool FC victory parade on 26 May, prosecutors said.