Chinese students sing Greek song in perfect Greek at Beijing university
Chinese students at Beijing Foreign Studies University sing Greek song in perfect pronunciation, creating viral moment that touched social media users worldwide.
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Zelensky: Russia wants to treat us like animals, no one can deceive forever, not even Putin
Zelensky addresses Irish parliament, condemning Russia’s treatment of Ukrainians “like animals” while warning against global amnesia about the war’s crimes.
Putin’s threat: “If Europe wants war, Russia is ready”
Putin threatens Europe with war readiness, claims control of Pokrovsk, and vows to intensify attacks on Ukrainian ports while accusing Europe of blocking peace talks.
Ukraine war: Witkoff and Kushner dine with Putin’s envoy in Moscow
Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner dined with Putin’s representative in Moscow ahead of crucial Ukraine peace talks at the Kremlin.
Japan flight makes emergency landing after passenger fights crew
Spring Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Japan after disruptive passenger fights with crew for two hours, forcing plane to return to Narita Airport.
WSJ: Sudan offers Russia its first naval base in Africa
Sudan’s military offers Russia its first African naval base in strategic Red Sea location, raising US concerns over Moscow’s expanding influence in Africa.
European Commission: 19 member states submit national plans for SAFE defense loans
European Commission announces 19 EU member states submitted defense investment plans for SAFE program loans, with 15 countries including Ukraine support worth billions.
Airbus confirms “quality problem” affecting A320 aircraft
Airbus confirms quality issues with A320 aircraft fuselage panels from subcontractor, affecting dozens of planes and potentially delaying deliveries.
Zelensky meets Macron at Elysee Palace seeking European support
Ukrainian President Zelensky meets French President Macron at the Elysee Palace seeking European support as diplomatic efforts intensify to end the war.
Intense Gaza Strip operations: Over 40 Palestinians killed near Rafah
Israeli military reports killing over 40 Palestinian fighters in Rafah operations targeting tunnel networks, while negotiations continue for dozens trapped underground.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and Pope Leo closer than ever to common Easter date for Catholics and Orthodox
Historic meeting between Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and Pope Leo XIV brings Orthodox and Catholic Churches closer to a unified Easter celebration date.
Patriarch Bartholomew and Pope Leon bless faithful from balcony
Historic moment as Pope Leon and Patriarch Bartholomew bless faithful together from the Patriarchate balcony in a groundbreaking display of Christian unity at the Phanar.