Russian missile attacks on residential buildings near Odesa have killed at least 19 people, including two children. The strikes hit the small town of Serhiivka, about 30 miles (50km) southwest of the Ukrainian port city, before dawn on Friday. Pictures show smoke rising from the charred remains of flats as emergency workers search through debris for survivors trapped under the rubble after part of the building collapsed. So far 41 people have been rescued. Moscow insists it only hits military infrastructure, but thousands of civilians have been killed since the war began in February. A Ukrainian army general says Russia is often using inaccurate Soviet missiles, and this is causing significant loss of civilian life. Putin 'may now become more dangerous' - live updates on Ukraine war Another 30 people were injured in the assault, according to Odesa officials. A multistorey apartment building and two holiday camps were hit, local reports claimed. Sixteen of … [Read more...] about Ukraine war: Two children among 19 killed as Russian missiles hit apartment block near Odesa
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Brexit Britain on brink of trade win as Ardern says deal signed ‘Waiting to tick all off’
Jacinda Ardern hints at new UK trade deal Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern told Lorraine that she has recently “signed a free trade agreement” with the UK that could sound success for Britain’s future business. While Brexit negotiations remain complicated with the European Union over the Northern Ireland protocol dispute, an agreement with New Zealand will be welcome news. Ms Ardern joked that the trade should ensure “more New Zealand wine” on British supermarket shelves. Related articles Dominic Raab winks at Angela Rayner after 'wiping the floor with her' Lottery legal fight … [Read more...] about Brexit Britain on brink of trade win as Ardern says deal signed ‘Waiting to tick all off’
Ukraine reports fatal Russian missile strikes in Odesa region — live updates
Ukraine says 21 dead in Russian missile strikes in Odesa region EU's von der Leyen has said Ukraine's EU candidacy goes "hand-in-hand" with helping to rebuild the country Ukraine has started exporting electricity to the EU, via Romania Donetsk separatists charge 2 more Britons with mercenary activities This article was last updated at 22:16 UTC/GMT EU official says plans to rebuild Ukraine should also address environment According to the EU Commissioner for the Environment Virginijus Sinkevicius, plans to rebuild Ukraine will need to address restoring the country's war-torn ecosystems. "The [environmental] price tag every day is increasing, because we see the barbaric actions of the Russian side [are] not stopping," Sinkevicius said. "They bomb chemicals facilities" and have put nuclear power plants at risk, he said, adding that "hundreds of thousands of tons" of destroyed Russian military machinery would need to be cleared. He said environmental damage was "a … [Read more...] about Ukraine reports fatal Russian missile strikes in Odesa region — live updates
Ukraine reports fatal Russian missile strikes in Odesa region —as it happened
Ukraine says 21 dead in Russian missile strikes in Odesa region EU's von der Leyen has said Ukraine's EU candidacy goes "hand-in-hand" with helping to rebuild the country Ukraine has started exporting electricity to the EU, via Romania Donetsk separatists charge 2 more Britons with mercenary activities This article was last updated at 22:16 UTC/GMT EU official says plans to rebuild Ukraine should also address environment According to the EU Commissioner for the Environment Virginijus Sinkevicius, plans to rebuild Ukraine will need to address restoring the country's war-torn ecosystems. "The [environmental] price tag every day is increasing, because we see the barbaric actions of the Russian side [are] not stopping," Sinkevicius said. "They bomb chemicals facilities" and have put nuclear power plants at risk, he said, adding that "hundreds of thousands of tons" of destroyed Russian military machinery would need to be cleared. He said environmental damage was "a … [Read more...] about Ukraine reports fatal Russian missile strikes in Odesa region —as it happened
Jacinda Ardern inks deal to make it easier for Kiwis to travel and work in the UK
GLENN MCCONNELL Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said NZ was open for business as she spoke with Britain's PM on Friday. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has signed a deal with Britain’s PM to let more Kiwis travel and work in the United Kingdom. Ardern is in London – the last stop in her tour of Europe – where she plans to meet Prince William after her appointment with Boris Johnson at 10 Downing St. The meeting gave the leaders a chance to formalise an extension to the Youth Mobility Scheme, as well as discuss the UK-NZ free trade deal and the war in Ukraine. By 2024, the age limit for people to be eligible for the scheme will increase from 30 to 35 years old. The visa length will also extend from two to three years. READ MORE: Why the NZ-EU FTA deal could ring in the future for NZ trade negotiations New Zealand-EU free trade deal blocks use of the name Feta, cheese association says EU trade deal falls flat with beef and lamb, dairy exporters 'Historic' NZ … [Read more...] about Jacinda Ardern inks deal to make it easier for Kiwis to travel and work in the UK
Emmanuel Macron’s ‘grand bargain’ with Germany lies in tatters
Emmanuel Macron’s grand bargain with Germany has unravelled. He no longer has the political credibility to rein in France’s chronic fiscal deficits or to stop the national debt ratcheting further into the danger zone. Five years ago he swept into power as the reformist Wunderkind, touting his book Revolution and vowing to turn France into Europe's start-up nation. It looked as if a French leader might finally take a chainsaw to the 3,000-page code de travail (labour law) and a thicket of 360 separate taxes dating back to feudalism. The core pledge was to restore spending discipline in France after eleven years in breach of the EU’s Stability Pact, again making Paris a fit partner for Berlin in joint management of Europe’s economic system. In recompense — he hoped — Germany would relent on Europe. Berlin would cross the fiscal Rubicon after two decades of foot-dragging. It would accept the need for a permanent EU treasury with tax-raising powers, deemed imperative for the long … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Macron’s ‘grand bargain’ with Germany lies in tatters
‘Scandalous’ Prince Charles and Camilla slammed for Bond premiere trip in report
No Time To Die: Royal family arrive for world premiere Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Charles and Camilla joined the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for the royal premiere of the 25th James Bond film, No Time to Die, at the Royal Albert Hall in September. The royals trod the red carpet with Bond actor Daniel Craig, Dame Judi Dench and Grammy Award winner Billie Eilish. Related articles Where is the safest place in the UK during nuclear war? Top 20 areas Brexit Britain on brink of new trade victory, hints Jacinda Ardern Figures reveal Charles and Camilla's charter flight to attend the screening cost £32,000. The sum has been described as "scandalous" by a campaign … [Read more...] about ‘Scandalous’ Prince Charles and Camilla slammed for Bond premiere trip in report
Can jobs in Ethiopia keep Eritrean refugees out of Europe?
By Emmanuel Igunza Published 5 July 2017 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Many thousands of Eritreans have fled the country for Europe in search for a better life. A multinational initiative is now trying to stem the flow of migrants to Europe by training refugees and giving them jobs in neighbouring Ethiopia. "I was not sure we would make it across. I am so relieved we are here," says 19-year-old Salama - not his real name. Together with his friend Abiro, they have been walking for two days from Eritrea, without any food or water. At one point, they claim to have been shot at by government soldiers who are stationed along the heavily militarised border between Ethiopia and Eritrea. "The reason for fleeing from our country is because the Eritrean government keeps on forcing us to join the national service and we are wanted in our homeland. "We walked through the … [Read more...] about Can jobs in Ethiopia keep Eritrean refugees out of Europe?