Croatia tops today’s news as tensions rise with far-right protests; a Balkan nation of 4M, member of the EU and NATO. #Croatia
England manager Thomas Tuchel has named a 26-player World Cup squad for the United States, Canada and Mexico that has omitted Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer. Maguire has said he is "shocked and gutted"; Tuchel has said he is selecting players who will commit to a team-first approach. Ivan Toney and Kobbie Mainoo have been included.
The USS Gerald R. Ford, deployed for nine months, arrived at Souda Bay in Crete for maintenance after supporting operations in the Red Sea and Middle East. The ship experienced a fire and crew issues but remains fully mission capable, according to US military sources.
Rail workers have found six people dead inside a Union Pacific boxcar at a train yard in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday afternoon. Laredo police have confirmed six fatalities — five men and one woman — and have said autopsies will be done; authorities have not released identities or a cause of death. An investigation is ongoing.
EU leaders have approved a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, with two-thirds targeted at military and social needs. Hungary’s veto has ended, but divisions over Kyiv’s membership pace remain. Ukraine is pursuing possible observer roles while preparing for a formal accession treaty by 2027, amid ongoing war and competing national priorities.
Tourism in Dubrovnik is up but faces renewed pressure as global fuel prices surge amid the Iran conflict. Officials warn flights may become pricier and arrivals could slow, even as Easter visitor numbers rise; fishing and local supply chains are also feeling the squeeze, prompting calls for government support.
Manchester City remain in the Premier League title race as key players return from injury and push for a late-season surge. A 3-3 draw with Everton boosts the mood but Arsenal lead as the season closes in.
Finalists including Poland, Greece and Australia have progressed to the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final in Vienna. Hosts and the Eurovision “Big Four” are automatically through, while other countries compete in semi-finals. UK entry Look Mum No Computer will perform in the semi-finals, with full broadcast options available.
Croatia has not granted consent for the proposed Israeli ambassador, with President Zoran Milanović saying the nominee has not received his approval amid tensions over Israel’s Gaza campaign. The Israeli government will move the ambassador-designate to serve as charge d’affaires until Zagreb grants consent, a stance that reflects a broader diplomatic rift.
Germany has named Manuel Neuer in its 26-man World Cup squad, marking a return from international retirement for the 40-year-old goalkeeper. Nagelsmann has named a trio of keepers, with Neuer as No. 1, while Bayern Munich aims for a domestic double with the Cup final against Stuttgart imminent.