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Kosovo: Will elections break the political gridlock? Kosovo hasn't had a functioning parliament since the February 2025 election. All attempts to form a governing coalition have failed. It's hoped fresh elections will provide a way forward, but many voters are skeptical. Ryanair faces massive fine in Italy over 'abusive strategy' Italy's competition authority AGCM claims the budget airline blocked payment methods and mass-deleted accounts to manipulate travel agencies and force them into partnerships. Ryanair has pledged to appeal the fine. Ukraine: Zelenskyy cautiously optimistic about peace talks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that while no side is likely to get all of its demands, Kyiv will not accept "some things." Follow DW for the latest. UK: Banksy unveils latest mural in London Two identical artworks have appeared on the streets of London, at least one of which has been officially claimed by the mysterious artist Banksy. But what is Banksy trying to tell us just days before Christmas? UK: 'Driving Home For Christmas' singer Chris Rea dies The guitarist and songwriter Chris Rea passed away after a short illness, his family said. His Christmas song became an integral part of the holiday spirit around the world. Denmark fumes over new US envoy to Greenland US President Donald Trump's newly named envoy has said he hopes to help "make Greenland part of the US." Denmark, which controls the autonomous island, is "deeply angered" according to its foreign minister. France to build new aircraft carrier — Macron Macron said that France needed to be "strong to be feared" as Paris aims to enhance its projection as a naval power. France: 3 suspects in Elysee Palace silverware theft to stand trial France's presidential silverware keeper and two other men are suspected of stealing thousands of euros' worth of porcelain and other tableware from the president's official residence. Mercosur summit: Lula, Milei clash over US-Venezuela tensions Speaking at a Mercosur summit, Lula warned that a US invasion of Venezuela could spark a humanitarian crisis. The Brazilian leader also called on the EU to show "courage" and conclude a deal with the South American bloc. German engineer becomes first wheelchair user to visit space German engineer Michaela Benthaus, who has paraplegia, traveled to space with Jeff Bezos' company Blue Origin.