Soledar: Russia claims victory in battle for Ukraine salt mine town
Craig TaylorRussia says it has captured the salt-mine town after a long battle, but Ukraine says fighting continues. BBC News – Europe
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France’s Brigitte Macron backs uniforms for schools
The former schoolteacher said she supports wearing a “simple and not drab” outfit. BBC News – Europe
French plan to raise retirement age by two years to 64
The Macron government’s reforms immediately prompt calls for strike action by unions on 19 January. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine denies Russian claim it killed 600 soldiers
Moscow says it killed Ukrainian forces in a “mass missile strike” but hasn’t provided any evidence. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine war: The Christmas ceasefire that wasn’t
Few in Ukraine’s eastern city of Bakhmut expected Russia’s declared truce to be matched with action. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine war: Russians accused of opening fire despite Putin’s unilateral truce
A unilateral ceasefire called by Russia breaks down within hours of coming into effect. BBC News – Europe