February 23, 2026 5:57 PM

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Hungary blocks EU’s 20th sanctions package targeting Russia

The European Union's latest sanctions package targeting Russia's shadow fleet and energy revenues is being blocked by Hungary. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas today said that the bloc’s 27 foreign ministers, meeting in Brussels, were unlikely to approve the 20th sanctions package. The EU had hop...

February 23, 2026 5:04 PM

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Dutch King Willem-Alexander officially swore in new Dutch government today

Dutch King Willem-Alexander has officially sworn in a new Dutch government today, led by Rob Jetten, who is the youngest Prime Minister in the country’s history. Jetten leads a three-party coalition government made up of his centrist party, Democrats '66 (D66), the Christian Democratic Appeal, and t...

February 23, 2026 4:49 PM

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Goa CM Pramod Sawant inaugurates World Ocean Science Congress 2026 at Dona Paula

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today inaugurated the World Ocean Science Congress 2026 at Dona Paula. The Science Congress, themed 'Ocean Health and Sustainable Future, focuses on ocean health, climate resilience, marine ecosystems and a sustainable Blue Economy.   Addressing the gathering, Dr Saw...