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Ukraine's air defence plea falls short in S Europe
Greece says it cannot spare its defence systems and Spain reportedly says it can only provide missiles.


Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine
The US Secretary of State was speaking to the BBC at the end of a three-day trip to China.


Vomiting bug infects 800 at German spring festival
They are thought to have caught the norovirus at a festival marquee in Stuttgart last weekend.


Tate sexual assault trial to go ahead in Romania
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother deny allegations of rape and human trafficking.


Two UK men charged with helping Russian intelligence
It comes after a Ukraine-linked business in London was targeted in a suspected arson attack.


Two men charged in Channel deaths investigation
Five migrants, including a child, were killed in a crush on board a boat crossing the Channel.


Europe risks dying and faces big decisions - Macron
The French president delivers a stark warning for Europe to act fast to survive in a changing world.


Prosecutors ask for halt to case against Spain PM's wife
Pedro Sánchez is deciding whether to resign after a case against his wife by an anti-corruption group.


Windmill sails fall off Moulin Rouge
The cause of the sails' collapse from the roof of the world famous cabaret club is not yet clear.


Slot philosophy could suit Liverpool - Van Dijk
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says prospective new Reds manager Arne Slot's playing philosophy could be suited to the Anfield club.


Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping space arms race
The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.


Slovak ministers agree to replace public broadcaster
The proposal by Robert Fico's populist-nationalist government has raised fears for independent media.


Russia or EU? Controversial bill draws Georgians on to streets
Thousands of Georgians have been protesting against a new bill that they claim will crush dissent.


BBC Verify examines reported strikes on Russian oil depots
The reported strikes have been geolocated to the Smolensk region of western Russia.


Armenians fear another war despite talk of peace
Ethnic Armenians who lost their homes in Nagorno-Karabakh worry Azerbaijan plans another war.


The Italian film which beat Barbie at the box office
Director Paola Cortellesi on the cry for change in Italy's chart-topping There's Still Tomorrow.


'Business as usual' for Channel crossings despite migrant deaths
Prospective migrants trying to reach the UK from France say smuggling operations are continuing after Tuesday's tragedy.


What $61bn US aid boost could mean for Ukraine
After weeks of Russian advances, there are three areas where Ukraine could now strengthen its defences.


EU may suspend money-for-views TikTok feature
The feature, which pays users to go on TikTok, could be temporarily suspended as early as Thursday.


Would you pay a tourist fee to enter Venice?
From Thursday visitors making a trip to the famous city at peak times will be charged a trial entrance fee.


BBC Verify examines reported strikes on Russian oil depots
The reported strikes have been geolocated to the Smolensk region of western Russia.


BBC witnesses boarding of boat which left five dead
The BBC's Andrew Harding, in France, witnesses people clambering aboard a small boat bound for the UK.


TV tower breaks in half after strike on Ukraine
The local military says that digital TV has been cut off in the surrounding area.


Watch: Facade of Copenhagen stock exchange collapses
The historic 17th Century building in Denmark's capital was engulfed in flames on Tuesday.


Copenhagen stock exchange engulfed by huge fire
One of the Danish capital's most historic buildings has been engulfed in a raging fire.


Watch: Georgia opposition leader punches MP during debate
A scuffle erupted in Georgia's parliament as the leader of the opposition punched an MP.


Watch: Moment man rescued from Turkey cable car
A military helicopter hoists the stranded passenger to safety in a rescue basket.


Notre-Dame's transformation five years after fire
Renovation work continues after 2019's devastating fire at the iconic cathedral in Paris.


Key power plant in Ukraine hit by Russian strikes
Trypillya power plant was the largest provider of electricity for three regions, including Kyiv.


Rope climber attempts world record at Eiffel Tower
Anouk Garnier climbs a 110m rope to the Eiffel Tower's second floor in just 18 minutes.