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Ukraine allies in Poland after Starlink sabotage, Trump diesel deal Germany's Johann Wadephul said hybrid plots like the Starlink fire showed Europe was "in Russia's crosshairs." The UK's Ed Miliband said Trump's Russian diesel deal led to a "very difficult few days" diplomatically. Ukraine and the US: What's next after Trump's diesel deal with Russia? Donald Trump plans to allow the purchase of Russian diesel, drawing criticism at home and abroad. What is behind the US president’s decision and what should Ukraine do next? DW spoke with experts. Critics warn of espionage risks as Slovakia restores military-diplomatic representation with Russia Slovakia is restoring military-diplomatic relations with Russia for the first time since 2022. The government has defended the move but critics warn of espionage risks and further damage to trust within NATO. Germany's China calculation shifts as import pressures eclipse export benefits Germany has long resisted tougher action against China, fearing retaliation. But rising pressure on key industries has pushed Berlin to seek stronger EU trade-defense powers to protect its industrial base. What is holding back Cyprus's Schengen ambitions? The European Commission says Cyprus is ready to join the Schengen Area. Yet questions relating to the island's division and British military bases could still complicate its path to Europe's border-free travel zone. UK: Iran 'highly likely' to be behind RAF Fairford incident Prime Minister Andy Burnham told parliament there were "strong indications" of Iranian involvement. The government summoned Iran's ambassador. The scare at RAF Fairford led to the withdrawal of USAF B-1 heavy bombers. Poland reports arrests of 2 Turkish citizens in Germany in connection with Starlink station fire last month Polish authorities have reported the arrests of two Turkish citizens in Germany in connection with alleged sabotage of a Starlink station last month. Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the fire an act of "hybrid warfare." Who are the Ukrainian 'volunteers' under Russian command? Russia has announced a battalion consisting of Ukrainian "volunteers." But veterans and former prisoners of war share very different accounts. Trump claims Russia and Ukraine agreed to 'energy ceasefire' US President Donald Trump says both sides have agreed to stop targeting oil refineries, power plants and other energy infrastructure immediately. Georgia's surrogacy industry is booming, but at what cost? Georgia became a hub for surrogate pregnancies after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. DW spoke with parents, and those who wanted to become parents, about the hidden costs of a booming industry.