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17 Portuguese artists announce boycott of Eurovision

17 Portuguese artists announce boycott of Eurovision

Entrants in internal contest to elect representative issue statement protesting Israel’s controversial participating in contest

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Russia ready to 'test us' in real conflict in next 4 years, warns EU defense commissioner
13.12.2025

Russia ready to 'test us' in real conflict in next 4 years, warns EU defense commissioner

Andrius Kubilius says discussion on European army must begin, even if it’s long-term goal

Switzerland cuts number of planned F-35 jets amid hike in procurement costs
13.12.2025

Switzerland cuts number of planned F-35 jets amid hike in procurement costs

Decision follows US cost hikes of up to $1.6B, making it impossible to buy all 36 jets within approved budget, government says

EU foreign policy chief warns lack of Russian concessions could fuel future wars beyond Ukraine
13.12.2025

EU foreign policy chief warns lack of Russian concessions could fuel future wars beyond Ukraine

Kaja Kallas says concessions are needed, whether that means limiting Moscow's army, or curbing its military budget

Top-level Ukraine talks in Berlin on Sunday: Report
13.12.2025

Top-level Ukraine talks in Berlin on Sunday: Report

Foreign policy advisors from US, Ukraine, Germany, and other countries will continue talks on possible ceasefire in Ukraine

Germany slams Israeli plans for hundreds of new housing units in West Bank
13.12.2025

Germany slams Israeli plans for hundreds of new housing units in West Bank

Settlement construction not only violates int'l law and UN Security Council resolutions, but also hinders end to Israeli occupation of West Bank as demanded by the ICJ, says Foreign Ministry