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Robotic systems help Ukraine reclaim territory and clear minefields
Ukraine says robotic systems have helped its Operation Vivaldi defeat the northern arm of a Russian pincer movement and recapture up to 96 square miles of territory. Heavy drones dropped explosive ground robots more than six miles behind Russian lines to attack supply routes, while other wheeled robots cleared mines ahead of advancing infantry, reducing…
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Confirmed line-ups announced for several Nations League fixtures
The article provides confirmed starting line-ups for several Uefa Nations League fixtures, including Netherlands v Germany, Portugal v Wales, Serbia v Greece, Norway v Denmark and others. It matters because the selections identify the managers’ tactical approaches and the major players expected to shape the matches, although no match incidents, scorelines or results are included…
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Garner eager to justify Tuchel’s midfield comparison against Spain
James Garner has earned a return to England’s squad after a strong run of form for Everton, despite initially missing out on selection. He is embracing Thomas Tuchel’s “mini-Valverde” comparison and hopes to prove himself against Spain in the Nations League, with his versatility, intelligence and combative style making him a valuable option. The 25-year-old…
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France seeks to bar British firms from proposed EU procurement rules
France is leading efforts to exclude the UK from the EU’s “Made in Europe” policy, a proposed law designed to protect European companies from Chinese competition by requiring public authorities to favour European products in renewable technologies and electric vehicles. This threatens British companies’ ability to compete for contracts across Europe and has become a…
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Burton makes final as GB chase three European golds
Abdul Burton reached the European Boxing Championships’ super-bantamweight final after defeating Turkey’s Semih Gumus 4-1 in Sofia. The 20-year-old will meet Russia’s Viacheslav Rogozin on Friday, as Great Britain targets three European titles. Chantelle Reid and Damar Thomas also reached finals in the women’s light-middleweight and men’s super-heavyweight divisions. Dimeji Shittu and Callum Makin lost…
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Raphinha: ‘In my head I was leaving Barça, but a few small words can change you’
Raphinha says he once believed his Barcelona career was over, but Hansi Flick’s faith transformed his confidence and role. Now captain and an improvised centre-forward, he has helped Barcelona win two La Liga titles and become one of Europe’s most prolific No 9s, prompting a contract extension until 2030. After several forwards left Barcelona, Raphinha…
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Walsh settles for bronze with semi-final defeat
Michaela Walsh will return from the European Boxing Championships in Bulgaria with a bronze medal after losing her featherweight semi-final to Vladislava Kukhta. The Belfast boxer was defeated 4-1 on a split decision in a closely contested fight, ending her hopes of reaching the final but securing her third international podium finish of the year.…
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Fury as Spain sends in riot cops to evict disabled 87-year-old woman from her Madrid home of 71 years after investment firm hiked rent by 275%
An 87-year-old disabled woman, Maricarmen Abascal, has been forcibly evicted from her Madrid apartment of 71 years following a legal battle with a real estate investment firm. The eviction sparked violent protests, with hundreds of demonstrators clashing with riot police outside her building on Wednesday. This case has ignited widespread fury in Spain and drawn…
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Sandro Mazzola obituary
Sandro Mazzola, the Italian footballer who has died aged 83, was an accomplished forward who spent his entire 17-year career at Internazionale, winning two European Cups, four Serie A titles, and the 1968 European Championship with Italy. His significance extended beyond his trophies: he emerged as one of football’s greats despite a deeply tragic childhood,…
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Potential US diesel export ban threatens Europe’s already soaring fuel prices
Donald Trump is reportedly considering a 90-day ban on US diesel exports to provide relief from record-high fuel prices for American households before the midterm elections, with diesel reaching $6.52 (£4.93) per gallon domestically. The European Commission has warned that such a ban would negatively impact both the US and Europe, with experts describing the…