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Germany has lifted its arms embargo on Israel, which had been partially paused during the Israeli ground offensive in Gaza City, citing a ceasefire as the reason for resuming arms sales. This decision has drawn criticism from human rights groups, labeling it as reckless given the ongoing violence in the region.

The French prison service has granted notorious drug trafficker Ouaihid Ben Faiza day release from a maximum security prison to meet a potential employer, a decision that has ignited public outrage in France. This incident comes in the wake of heightened tensions surrounding drug-related violence, particularly following the murder of anti-trafficking activist Mehdi Kessaci's brother in Marseille.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to reintroduce voluntary military service starting next year, targeting young volunteers aged 18 for a 10-month commitment. The initiative aims to recruit 3,000 individuals by 2026 and 50,000 by 2035, reflecting heightened security concerns in Europe.

Officials from the United States, Ukraine, and European nations, including France, the United Kingdom, and Germany, convened in Geneva to discuss a proposed peace plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This meeting comes amid reports of a new 28-point peace plan drafted by the US and Russia, which has sparked significant debate regarding its implications for Ukraine's territorial integrity.

Senior officials from the United States, Ukraine, and national security advisers from France, the UK, and Germany convened in Geneva to discuss a revised proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has now entered its fourth year. The meeting focuses on reworking a draft peace plan originally proposed by Donald Trump, which has faced criticism for being overly favorable to Russia.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Ukraine for showing 'zero gratitude' towards U.S. efforts to facilitate a peace plan amid ongoing international negotiations. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that a deal to end the war is unlikely to be reached by the Thursday deadline, as Ukrainian officials engage in talks with European security representatives in Geneva.

A Ukrainian delegation, supported by representatives from France, Germany, and the UK, is set to engage in direct talks with US officials in Geneva on Sunday. This diplomatic effort follows ongoing discussions about a US-backed peace plan aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, which has drawn mixed reactions from various stakeholders.

Thousands gathered in Marseille to protest against drug violence following the murder of 20-year-old Mehdi Kessaci, whose death is believed to be linked to the anti-drug activism of his brother, Amine Kessaci. This incident has raised alarms about the dangers faced by those opposing drug trafficking in the city.