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Austrian climber guilty of manslaughter after leaving girlfriend on Alpine peak An amateur mountaineer was found guilty of manslaughter after his girlfriend froze to death on Austria's highest peak. He had left her alone while he searched for help. UK police says ex-Prince Andrew released under investigation Eleven hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, UK police released ex-Prince Andrew "under investigation." Faltering fighter jet deal casts doubt on EU defense plans Europe is supposed to be collaborating more on defense in response to Trump. But German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signaled his country may exit the FCAS flagship deal to jointly build a warplane with France. Who are Donald Trump's 'kindred spirits' in Europe? US President Donald Trump has many enthusiastic supporters in Europe — but his plans to take over Greenland have cost him some fans. Christine Lagarde: Is central bank independence at risk? Speculation is mounting over the European Central Bank's leadership after a report suggested Christine Lagarde may step down early. The possibility is already stirring debate about politics and central bank independence. Deutsche Bahn says cyberattack hit ticket and info systems Germany's national rail operator says it was hit with a cyberattack on its systems that disrupted ticketing and timetable information. Greenland: Denmark's King Frederik X visits Nuuk King Frederik is visiting the partly autonomous Danish territory of Greenland, following the tensions prompted by US President Donald Trump last month. Vatican declines participation in Trump's 'Board of Peace' The Vatican has said it will not take part in the "Board of Peace" established by US President Donald Trump. It said the UN was the right body to manage global crises. ECB's Christine Lagarde planning early exit — report Christine Lagarde, the head of Europe's most important financial institution, plans to leave her job before her eight-year term ends in October 2027, the Financial Times reported. Ukraine updates: Geneva peace talks end abruptly A second day of talks between Ukraine and Russia ended after just two hours on Wednesday. The Ukrainian side said talks were "difficult" while the chief Russian negotiator said further talks would follow. DW has more.