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EU chief: Phasing out nuclear power was 'strategic mistake' Ursula von der Leyen said the European Union was "completely dependent" on expensive and volatile fossil fuel imports. She has announced new ambitions to harmonize nuclear regulations and roll out smaller reactors. Disruption hits undersea power cable between Finland and Sweden A high-voltage power cable between Finland and Sweden went offline for several hours before the connection was restored. Finland's grid operator said the cable itself appeared to be unharmed. Turkey: Heated trial of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu opens The contentious trial of Istanbul's deposed mayor, once the main rival to President Erdogan, got off to a rocky start. The opposition CHP party calls the corruption investigation against it politically motivated. Europe tops global arms imports, SIPRI reports Global arms exports rose massively between 2021 and 2025. Europe has overtaken Asia and the Middle East as the largest importer of weapons, as fear of Russia increases on the continent. Serbia: Fears rise over the last independent media outlets Until now, United Group's broadcasters were considered critical of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. After a deal with the state-owned telecommunications company, concerns are growing that the stance could change. Spain: Digital technology to combat gender-based violence Spain has introduced strict measures to combat violence against women. But there is still a high number of femicides. One digital art project is raising locals' awareness of murders in Madrid. Explosion hits near US Embassy in Norway, no injuries Norwegian police are probing a blast near the US Embassy in Oslo. No injuries were reported, but authorities said there was minor damage. Ukraine: Deadly Russia strikes hit Kharkiv apartment block Overnight drone and missile strikes across Ukraine left at least 10 dead and more than a dozen wounded, including children. Peace negotiations have stalled amid the turmoil in the Middle East. Where does Europe stand on the US-Israel war with Iran? As the US-Israel war with Iran intensifies, Europe is under growing scrutiny. What potential threats does it face and what is driving the bloc's strategy? Inside Serbia's elite investment network Investigations into a Serbian investment fund that is allegedly popular with senior politicians, businessmen who have prospered from state contracts and others have fueled suspicions of high-level corruption.