European leaders were criticized by U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security Conference for their democratic institutions, with Vance warning that the continent’s greatest threats come from within. He expressed concerns about the retreat of Europe from fundamental values shared with the U.S., criticizing democracy, migration policies, and freedom of speech. Germany’s Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called Vance’s remarks unacceptable, highlighting the importance of security in Europe amidst discussions on Ukraine, Russia, and defense architecture at the conference.
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4 Singaporeans evacuated, 7 others given help to leave Iran amid conflict with Israel: MFA
SINGAPORE has evacuated four citizens from Iran amid the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, with a family of three transported to Muscat, Oman, and another Singaporean evacuated to Turkmenistan with Malaysians. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is assisting seven additional Singaporeans leaving through the Iran-Armenia border and the port of Bandar Abbas, while advising all citizens in Iran to remain vigilant and consider departing as soon as possible. Need More Context? 🔎
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