Lukashenko says he’ll run for president in 2025
The 69-year-old, who has ruled Belarus with an iron hand since 1994, said: “No responsible president would abandon his people.” Lukashenko’s contested 2020 election win triggered an unprecedented wave of protests.
Alexei Navalny’s body reportedly returned to his mother
The body of former Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny has reportedly been handed over to his mother. The days since Navalny’s mysterious death have seen a tug-of-war between family and the Kremlin.
French farmers storm Paris agriculture fair
A group of farmers forced their way through an entrance gate, calling for President Emmanuel Macron to quit. European farmers have been protesting for months, complaining of low profits, red tape and unfair competition.
Eight hospitalized after a mysterious odor at the Swedish spy agency
The headquarters of Sweden’s Security Services were evacuated, and eight employees hospitalized after an odor was reported. It is thought the incident may have arisen from a gas leak, though the cause remains unclear.
Ukraine marks 2 years since Russian invasion
Several Western leaders have taken part in a ceremony in Kyiv marking the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Speaking at Hostomel airport, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowed to keep on fighting to defeat Russia.