Ukraine war: Overnight strikes hit Kyiv as Putin visits Belarus
Craig TaylorThe unusual night attack causes blackouts across the city, but no one is killed, Kyiv officials say. BBC News – Europe
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Ukraine war: Putin meets generals as Russian missiles pound cities
Senior Ukrainian commanders say Russia could be planning a new attack early next year. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine’s second city Kharkiv without power after Russian strikes
Kharkiv suffers “colossal” damage as the latest wave of Russian strikes targets power supplies. BBC News – Europe
Denmark’s new government drops public holiday to boost defence budget
The new government says it will scrap a public holiday observed since the 17th Century. BBC News – Europe
EU corruption scandal: MEP denies Qatar bribery after €1.5m seized
Eva Kaili, one of four suspects, is stripped of her role as vice-president of the European Parliament. BBC News – Europe
EU corruption scandal puts democracy under attack – European Parliament head
Four people have been arrested over accusations Qatar bribed officials to try to win influence. BBC News – Europe