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Solomons leader claims neutrality to UN but defends China ties
Solomons leader claims neutrality to UN but defends China ties
by  AFP

Solomon Islands leader Manasseh Sogavare on Friday told the United Nations his South Pacific country remains neutral despite growing ties with China, charging that he has been "vilified" for the relationship with Beijing. "Solomon Islands has been vilified in the media since formalizing its relationship with China," he said.

Italy's Meloni heads south in final vote push
Italy's Meloni heads south in final vote push
by  AFP

Italian far-right leader Giorgia Meloni closed her campaign for weekend elections in Naples Friday amid speculation her long-forecast victory may be marred by a shift in support in the south. "I'm a patriot... we are a party of the south, as well as of the nation," Meloni declared, vowing to work to help a region that has long suffered higher unemployment and poverty than elsewhere.

Europe faces dilemma on Russians fleeing Putin's draft
Europe faces dilemma on Russians fleeing Putin's draft
by  AFP

The European Union is facing a tough balancing act over how to deal with Russians fleeing military mobilisation, as some countries look to block entry and others offer possible refuge. "Many Russians who now flee Russia because of mobilisation were fine with killing Ukrainians.

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