Vladimir Putin, who talked to foreign media yesterday, said that since Ukraine uses Western weapons to attack Russian territory, the Kremlin may take "asymmetric" actions and provide similar weapons to countries that attack Western countries.more

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was the target of the failed attack on May 15 this year, announced yesterday, in the first statement after the event, that he forgives Juraj C., who shot at him. He described him as a messenger of evil and hatred unleashed by the opposition to "uncontrollable proportions."more

The drought that has been affecting Catalans for several months now has introduced a new plague - insects that pose a threat to human health, such as cockroaches, ticks and tiger mosquitoes. Experts from the Catalan Association of Environmental Health Companies (ADEPAP) warn against their presence.more

A blood alcohol test is not needed to prove that a driver is under the influence of alcohol, the Italian Supreme Court has ruled. As the judges stressed, the ‘objective’ elements and behaviour of the driver are sufficient.more

Vladimir Putin, who rules Russia, started wearing bulletproof vests during public appearances, as recommended by the Federal Security Service (FSB) and the Federal Protective Service (FSO), which is responsible for the security of the head of state, the Moscow Times website reported, citing sources close to the Kremlin.more

"If we let Ukraine fall, we will see Poland and all these countries along the Russian border follow," warned US President Joe Biden in an interview for Time magazine. Biden assessed that Putin's goal is to restore the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact. He also emphasized that for him the war in Ukraine does not have to end with Ukraine joining NATO.more

NATO is developing several "land corridors" that will allow the transfer of American troops and weapons to the front line in the event of a serious land war in Europe with Russia, the British daily "Daily Telegraph" reported.more

Even though the UK is no longer an EU member, millions of EU citizens in the country retain the right to vote in the European Parliament elections this week, the first after Brexit. While the elections officially take place between 6 and 9 June, EU citizens in the UK have already started to vote at embassies, consulates or by post. How do they feel about these elections and how many will cast themore

Two of the four more dead hostages abducted by Hamas, whose deaths were confirmed yesterday by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), are Polish citizens, according to the Foreign Ministry.more

Poles abroad may also vote by placing a ballot in a ballot box - but they must notify the relevant consul by today (4 June) at the latest. They will then be added to the electoral register in the relevant commission abroad.more

The overuse of mobile phones and social media by students is the reason for poorer results in the international PISA study, said the head of the OECD for education, Andreas Schleicher, quoted by the Swedish newspaper "Dagens Nyheter".more

China's Ministry of Public Security said on social media today that it had collected evidence and taken "strong action" against the couple, who it said were recruited by British intelligence agency MI6 to spy for the UK.more

In the months preceding the tourist season, Croatia was visited by 3.4 million tourists - 10% more than last year. more than last year. Poles turned out to be one of the most numerous guests - according to data from the Croatian Tourist Board (HTZ).more

The Spanish authorities fined four low-cost airlines for unfair practices towards passengers for a total amount of over EUR 150 million. The penalized airlines include Ryanair and Easyjet.more

"Tourist, enjoy your stay in Florence and respect it" - this is the message of the campaign in the city, launched by its authorities before the summer season, when hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world will arrive there. As explained, the aim is to "sensitize guests" to the need to visit in a spirit of respect and responsibility.more

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The local council of the Italian island of Capri has raised the alarm over the phenomenon of so-called over-tourism, the consequences of which, it argues, are being borne by local residents. An example is the crowds at bus stops, besieged by tourists. Councillors are calling for a solution to the problems of everyday life on the island.more

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was transported from the hospital in Banská Bystrica to his home in Bratislava, where he remains under nursing care, the management of the medical facility where the politician spent two weeks after the attempt on his life announced today.more

Italy and Poland became the targets of pro-Russian advertisements published on Facebook before the European elections, according to the Politico website. Back in April, the portal revealed that a disinformation propaganda campaign was developing on the Meta platform.more

Donald Trump has been found guilty on all counts in his historic New York criminal trial, becoming the first former or sitting president to be convicted of a crime as he makes a bid to return to the White House.more

NATO has only a fraction of the air defence capability needed to protect its eastern flank, the British daily ‘Financial Times’ revealed, citing internal NATO calculations.more

Researchers at Kyoto University announced on Tuesday that they have constructed the world's first satellite out of wood, Japan's Kyodo news agency reported. The tiny cube-shaped LingoSat object will be sent into space aboard a SpaceX rocket probably in September.more

Stationary border controls at Germany's borders with Poland, the Czech Republic and Switzerland will be extended for another six months, the Interior Ministry announced in Berlin. The ministry said it had notified the European Commission of the extension of border controls, currently in force until 15 June, until 15 December.more

Billionaire Elon Musk has been in talks with Donald Trump about possibly taking on an advisory role in the administration if the Republican takes power again, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday. According to the Journal, the Tesla owner is also campaigning to encourage members of the elite to support Trump in the election.more

A volcano erupted on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern Iceland yesterday afternoon, reported the Icelandic Institute of Meteorology. The fissure is about 2.5 km long and is getting larger, with lava gushing to a height of 50 meters.more