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Protests erupted across Spain, Italy, and other European countries following Israel's interception of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, with thousands demonstrating against Israel's actions and supporting Palestinians. The protests coincide with widespread support for Gaza, including large rallies and strikes, amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic tensions.
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Mass protests erupted across Europe, including Italy, Spain, and Ireland, following Israel's interception of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla. Demonstrators demand an end to the Gaza siege, with tens of thousands marching in major cities. The protests highlight widespread international criticism of Israel's actions and support for Palestinians.
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Since early October 2025, Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, detaining around 450 international activists attempting to break the Gaza naval blockade. Detainees, including Greta Thunberg and Mandla Mandela, report harsh treatment, denial of medicine, and poor prison conditions. Israel denies abuse allegations, deporting most activists to various countries, while some remain detained amid international criticism.
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Recent protests in Ireland have turned violent following a sexual assault case involving an asylum seeker. Clashes with police erupted outside a Dublin hotel housing asylum applicants, echoing past riots linked to anti-immigrant sentiment. The government condemns the violence amid ongoing societal tensions.
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Bon Jovi will launch a tour in July 2026, his first in four years, after recovering from vocal cord surgery in 2022. The tour includes shows in New York, Edinburgh, Dublin, and London, with a new album release and collaborations. Presale begins soon, with tickets available globally.
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The Palestinian national football team played their first match in Europe since 2023, at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, with 50,000 spectators. The game was a political statement supporting Palestinian rights, with many fans waving flags and paying tribute to slain players, amid ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza.
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France secured their spot in the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Ukraine at Parc des Princes, marking the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks with a minute's silence. The match featured key goals from Mbappe, Olise, and Ekitike, and was held in a charged emotional atmosphere.
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As of December 1, 2025, Airbus has completed software updates on the vast majority of its 6,000 affected A320-family jets worldwide following a recall triggered by a JetBlue flight incident in late October. The fix, primarily a rollback to earlier software versions, addresses data corruption caused by intense solar radiation affecting flight controls. Most aircraft are back in service, with fewer than 100 still pending updates.