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Russia gas squeeze threatens Europe's stockpiling plans
With France becoming the latest country to be cut off from Russian natural gas, and supplies sharply reduced in Italy and Germany, Europe's summer stockpiling plans are looking shaky. The latest blows hit France Friday, where operator GRTgaz said it had not received any Russian gas by pipeline since 15 June, and Italy, which faced a third day of reduced supplies.
European stocks rebound despite recession fears
Europe's main equity markets rebounded Friday from a global rout, but investors remained anxious that rising interest rates would spark a fresh recession. - 'Sinking feeling' - Commentators remain unconvinced that Friday's rebound would be prolonged -- because they argue that further rate tightening is needed to bring down sky-high inflation.
Tesla shareholder sues Musk over racism and sexual harassment complaints
A Tesla shareholder has filed legal proceedings against Elon Musk and the company's board of directors, accusing them of ignoring employee complaints of racism and sexual harassment.
Jihadist massacre heaps pressure on Burkina junta
In January, a military junta seized power in Burkina Faso, pledging to restore security in a country ravaged by a nearly seven-year-old jihadist insurgency. - Frustration - "The military came to power by generating a wave of enthusiasm among the public.
EU backs Ukraine's 'European dream' as Russia cuts gas supplies
Europe sent a powerful symbol of solidarity with Ukraine on Friday, when Brussels backed Kyiv's bid for EU candidate status, even as Russia shelled frontline Ukrainian cities and cut back gas supplies to the West. Several European countries, including Italy and Germany, are highly reliant upon Russian gas for their energy needs and, as the West sides with Ukraine, Moscow is cutting supplies.
UK clears Assange extradition to US
Britain on Friday approved a US government request to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to face trial over the publication of secret military files, prompting outrage from his supporters.
China launches third aircraft carrier in major military milestone
China on Friday launched its biggest and most modern aircraft carrier, marking a major military advance for the Asian superpower. The launch of the carrier marks a major milestone for the Chinese military.
Covid in Hong Kong shows 'signs of rebound', city leader says
Hong Kong's coronavirus case numbers are showing signs of rebounding, city chief executive Carrie Lam said on Friday, days after reintroducing more restrictions ahead of the 25th anniversary of the city's transfer to Chinese rule. Lam said social distancing rules would not be tightened again despite the rebound in numbers, saying the figures were "not an alarm bell yet".
Final campaign push ahead of poll test for France's Macron
President Emmanuel Macron and his allies made a final push Friday for votes in tense elections for parliament, where the centrist president is at risk of losing his majority in the face of a resurgent left-wing alliance.
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