Hungary sets parliamentary election date

The French government successfully survived two no-confidence votes aimed at protesting the European Union's trade agreement with the MERCOSUR bloc, which has sparked significant controversy and unrest among various stakeholders.

Yulia Tymoshenko, Ukraine's former Prime Minister, has been accused of bribery by anti-corruption investigators, who allege she orchestrated a scheme involving members of parliament, including those from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's party. This accusation adds to the ongoing scrutiny of political figures in Ukraine amid a backdrop of corruption investigations.

The European Union has committed to providing Ukraine with a substantial $105 billion loan, aimed primarily at enabling the country to purchase weapons and military platforms from European manufacturers, reinforcing its defense capabilities amid ongoing conflict.

Ukraine is set to gain access to a €90 billion EU loan, enabling the purchase of military equipment from non-European suppliers, as outlined by the European Commission. This financial support is contingent on Russia paying reparations, with discussions about utilizing frozen Russian assets still ongoing.

Residents of Kyiv are facing severe hardships as Russian strikes have led to widespread power outages and frigid temperatures of -19C, exacerbating the ongoing energy crisis in Ukraine's capital. Many are struggling to keep warm amid these conditions, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation.

According to data from Copernicus, the European Union's climate monitoring service, 2025 has been recorded as the third-hottest year in modern history, highlighting ongoing global warming trends.

Hungary's parliamentary election is scheduled for April 12, with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán anticipated to confront his most significant challenge in 16 years. This election comes amid heightened scrutiny of his governance and policies, particularly regarding Hungary's relations with the EU and Russia.

South Korean prosecutors have called for the death penalty for former president Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial declaration of martial law in December 2024, which led to significant unrest and a political crisis in the country. This unprecedented move involved sending troops to parliament to enforce the end of civilian rule.