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Polish farmers stage nationwide protests over EU–Mercosur trade agreement
Farmers across Poland held coordinated protests to voice concerns about the planned EU–Mercosur trade deal and its potential impact on domestic agriculture.
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Thieves drill into German bank vault and steal millions from safety deposit boxes
A fire alarm summoned police officers and firefighters to the bank branch shortly before 4 am on Monday.
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Israel says it will halt operations of some aid organisations in Gaza starting in 2026
Earlier this year, Israel changed its registration process for aid groups, which included a requirement to submit a list of staff, including Palestinians in Gaza.
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At least six people injured and 100 evacuated after Italy cable car crash
Dozens of people were left stranded after two cabins collided with the cable car's upper and lower stations near the village of Macugnaga in Piedmont.
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Latest news bulletin | December 30th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 30th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Going out with a bang? Dutch shoppers snap up fireworks before nationwide ban
Fireworks went on sale in the Netherlands yesterday, likely for the last time before a nationwide ban in 2026, with shoppers expressing disappointment.
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Afghan farmers suffer heavy losses after Taliban ban opium poppy cultivation, report says
UNODC survey found 85% of families in northern provinces unable to replace poppy income. Production fell 32% to 296 tonnes as synthetic drugs surged.
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Syria unveils new banknotes removing al-Assad images from currency
President al-Sharaa introduced redesigned bills featuring agricultural symbols, such as oranges and olives, entering circulation 1 January.
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Russia shows nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system deployed in Belarus
Russia's Defence Ministry released the first images of an intermediate-range weapon entering service. Analysts identified a former airfield near the Russian border as a likely site.
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Channel Tunnel partially reopens but Eurostar still advises passengers to delay travel
The suspension in services impacted thousands of travellers on both sides of the Channel who were aiming to reach end-of-the-year holiday destinations as 2025 draws to a close.