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Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has re-entered politics, launching a new left-wing party ahead of next year's elections. He aims to challenge the current government by focusing on issues like income inequality and affordable housing. Tsipras, a polarizing figure, previously led Greece through its debt crisis, a period marked by intense negotiations with European creditors and the IMF.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s investment in LiveMode has intensified global focus on CazéTV, the YouTube platform set to broadcast all 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup free-to-air in Brazil. The digital-first broadcaster, led by Casimiro Miguel, has rapidly grown into a major force in sports media, signalling a shift away from traditional TV towards creator-driven, streaming-based football coverage.

Facing leadership challenges after poor election results, Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to prove doubters wrong, promising significant policy shifts. He acknowledged public frustration and pledged "a bigger response" on key issues. Starmer also attacked rivals, aiming to unite his party amidst calls for change and potential leadership contests.

US President Trump's second term prioritizes oil, leveraging energy dominance for global influence. Campaign funding from oil interests aligns with policies boosting domestic production and easing regulations. Sanctions on rivals and geopolitical events like the Hormuz crisis engineer demand for American exports, impacting nations like India and reshaping global energy markets.

The UK government is reportedly seeking to attract AI firm Anthropic, offering a stable, pro-innovation environment amid its dispute with the US Department of War. Officials are exploring proposals for expansion and a potential dual listing, aiming to bolster the UK's AI sovereignty and attract investment and talent.

Hungary's prime minister said Wednesday that Budapest would phase out gas deliveries to Ukraine, the latest salvo in the feud between the two countries over a damaged pipeline transporting Russian oil. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose country is a major gas supplier to Ukraine, has accused Kyiv of delaying repairs on the pipeline, effectively stopping the flow of Russian oil to Hungary and its neighbour Slovakia.

British police have arrested two men in connection with an arson attack on four ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity, an incident being investigated as an antisemitic hate crime. Authorities are probing a claim of responsibility from a group with suspected links to Iran, which has been accused of using proxies for attacks in Europe.

Several thousand people demonstrated in Warsaw on Saturday against illegal immigration and the pro-European government of Prime Minister Donald Tusk, a week before the EU member chooses a new president. The 42-year-old fan of US President Donald Trump has the backing of the right-wing opposition Law and Justice party and outgoing President Andrzej Duda.

The Belgian Pro League has postponed until next week its controversial decision to become the first European league to officially end its season and declare Club Brugge champions with 11 matches unplayed.

The Belgian Football Association (URBSFA) announced on Saturday that it is working with UEFA toward a "constructive" solution regarding the premature end to the Belgian championship.

LONDON: Citizens of la grande Europe, the newly-enlarged 25-member EU, have registered a massive protest vote against becoming more European.

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has strongly criticized the European Union's plan to ban Russian gas imports by 2027, deeming it unacceptable and harmful to Slovakia and the EU due to anticipated price increases. Fico, known for his pro-Russia stance, also opposes halting Russian oil and nuclear fuel imports, threatening to veto the gas plan and seek compensation.

Russia has banned a number of officials from Moldova and criticized the Moldovan government for blocking Russian media outlets. This comes after allegations by Moldova that Russia has been exerting pressure on the country's affairs and its drive to join the European Union. The Russian foreign ministry summoned the Moldovan ambassador to inform them of the decision. In response, Moldova's foreign ministry spokesperson stated that they are committed to protecting their information space from outside interference. The Russian list reportedly includes 11 parliamentarians from Moldova's pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity.

South Korea's EcoPro BM to invest in $810 million cathode plant in Hungary

In November 2013, protests broke out in Ukrainian capital Kiev against President Yanukovich's pro-Russia tilt and demanding integration with EU.

After triumphing in the first round of the presidential election, Romania's far-right candidate George Simion is tipped to win this weekend's run-off unless his pro-European rival can mobilise the masses who abstained last time. Simion is also likely to benefit from Dan not having the explicit backing of the pro-European camp, which had supported another candidate.