Lithuanian PM: Crashed Drone Linked to Ukraine Strike
A military drone that crashed on a frozen lake in Lithuania hailed from Ukraine and was aimed at attacking Russian oil assets before going astray, Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene said on Tuesday.
Europe
Can the AfD Become a Neoliberal Workers' Party?
The state election in Rhineland-Palatinate was a success for the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party: With 19.5% of the vote, the AfD more than doubled their result from the previous state election five years ago. That number was even slightly higher than the percentage the AfD got in the Baden-Württemberg election two weeks ago.
Cyprus Anger Over UK Bases After Drone Strike
If you spend a day soaking up the Cypriot sun, you'll notice a few subtle signs that this Mediterranean island was once a British colony. You have to drive on the left side of the road here. Power outlets have three holes, unlike most other parts of the EU.
Germany Calls Trump's Iran War 'Avoidable, Unnecessary'
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul criticized the US and Israel's attacks on Iran at an event in Berlin on Tuesday, with Steinmeier calling the war a "politically fateful mistake" that constituted a "breach of international law."
Nationwide Raids After Berlin Power-Grid Arson
Following a suspected arson attack on high-voltage power poles that left 50,000 without electricity in Berlin last September, investigators have launched raids across the country on Tuesday morning.
Danes Vote as Frederiksen Pursues Third Term
Danes began voting on Tuesday in an election that may hand Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen a third term, thanks to her having steered the country in the fight against President Donald Trump's threat to seize Greenland. Frederiksen, a 48-year-old Social Democrat, called the vote months before an October deadline.
Stranded humpback remains stuck off Germany’s Baltic coast
A massive whale remains stuck in shallow water just off Germany's Baltic Sea coast, with rescue efforts failing so far, authorities said on Tuesday. The roughly 10-meter (32-foot) marine mammal was unable to free itself during the high tide overnight, a police spokesman said.
India detains Ukrainians and American amid Russia intelligence claims
A high-profile investigation against foreign nationals is gaining pace in India. Six Ukrainian citizens and an American are alleged to have violated the country's anti-terror laws and have been detained by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). They will be held in custody for questioning until March 27.
EU Demands Probe After Report Hungarian Minister Briefed Russia
Hungarian Prime Minsiter Viktor Orban on Monday said he had ordered an investigation into what he has referred to as the "wiretapping" of Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. "The wiretapping of a government member is a serious attack on Hungary. I have instructed the Minister of Justice to immediately investigate the information," Orban wrote on Facebook.
Merz Government Racing Against the Clock
The day after the regional election in the western state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in high spirits. His center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) won the election. "This gives us momentum for the reform agenda we have on the table in Berlin," Merz said. "I want us to make progress with the SPD.
Report: Hungary's Growing Dependence on Russian Energy
Hungary has dramatically increased its dependence on Russian crude oil since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine over four years ago, despite EU efforts to limit the import of Russian fossil fuels into the bloc.
Meloni Concedes as Judiciary Referendum Is Rejected
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's proposal to reform the Italy's judiciary is set to fail at the ballot box, according to projections published on Monday evening. Some 54% of voters rejected the initiative, with 46% backing the legal changes championed by Meloni's right-wing government.