A Russian cargo ship, the Ursa Major, sank in the Mediterranean Sea after being hit by sabotage blasts, leading to accusations of a terrorist attack by its operator, Oboronlogistica. The crew was rescued, but two members remain missing, and the ship was carrying heavy cranes and supplies to Vladivostok. This incident reflects escalating maritime conflict as Ukraine targets Russian naval assets, with significant attacks reported in the past year, leading to damage and losses for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and a shift in naval deployments and tactics.
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The EU doesn’t need a deal with Trump
Ursula von der Leyen is meeting Donald Trump in Scotland to discuss trade as tariff deadlines approach, drawing insights from her recent summits with Japan and China. The article argues that the EU should not concede to US pressures, highlighting the unpredictable nature of Trump's negotiations and suggesting that both the US and EU have more to lose than appears. Want More Context? 🔎
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