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Former First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond has passed away at the age of 69, shocking the world of politics where he was a prominent figure for decades. He served as First Minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014 and was leader of the Scottish National Party on two occasions. Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum, with British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer calling him a "monumental figure" and former First Minister...

The EU expresses concern over an Israeli draft bill threatening UNRWA's operations in Palestine, potentially halting vital services for refugees in Gaza and the West Bank. The EU urges Israel to uphold UNRWA's mandate and warns that the bill could obstruct a Two-State solution, while emphasizing the importance of UNRWA's humanitarian work and the need for accountability and oversight to maintain its effectiveness. Full Article

Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, leader of the Alba Party, has passed away at the age of 69, with tributes pouring in from across the political spectrum. Known for his significant impact on Scottish and UK politics, Salmond's legacy includes serving as first minister of Scotland and playing a crucial role in securing a referendum on Scottish independence in 2014. Despite facing allegations of sexual assault, Salmond was cleared of the charges, leaving behind...

Poland plans to temporarily suspend the right to asylum as part of a strategy to combat illegal migration amid tensions with Belarus, blaming President Lukashenko and President Putin for orchestrating the crisis. Prime Minister Tusk of the Civic Coalition group emphasizes the need for European recognition of Poland's decision and will present the migration plan on Oct. 15, following a tough stance on migration since taking office in December 2023 in response to increased attempts...

European Union officeholders and diplomats are considering a plan to bypass Hungary's veto on €6.6 billion for Ukraine by changing the European Peace Facility (EPF) to allow voluntary contributions. The switch from mandatory to voluntary contributions could potentially resolve the funding stalemate, but it also poses risks such as setting a dangerous precedent and creating budgetary issues for member states. The plan would require unanimous support from all 27 member states and further negotiations before...

Vilvoorde is planning to construct a new hospital on the old Renault site, featuring 300 beds and emphasizing outpatient care, with support from Rudy Mattheus and the Flemish government for the 200 million euro project. The redevelopment of the old sites is part of an effort to revitalize the area and provide modern facilities that meet current needs, with the new hospital focusing on daycare and outpatient services, reflecting a trend towards faster diagnoses and...