LIVEMacron gambles on election after French far right win but centre right holds in EU voteIn France, the far-right National Rally won more than double the vote of President Macron's centrist alliance.
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Ten Hindu pilgrims killed in bus attack in India's JammuPolice say a bus carrying pilgrims fell into a gorge after it was fired upon by suspected militants.1 hr agoAsia
Macron takes huge risk with surprise electionCalling a snap election is a huge surprise for France, and a huge risk for President Macron.9 hrs agoEurope
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Snap elections are an 'act of trust', says MacronFrench President Emmanuel Macron calls snap elections in the wake of European election results.10 hrs agoEurope
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Far right celebrates EU election but it could struggle to unitePolitical disagreements between Europe's far-right parties could limit their influence, writes Katya Adler.6 hrs agoEurope
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How Israel's hostage rescue in Gaza unfoldedFour Israeli hostages were rescued, with hospitals in Gaza saying scores of Palestinians were killed.1 day agoMiddle East
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6 hrs agoFar right celebrates EU election but it could struggle to unitePolitical disagreements between Europe's far-right parties could limit their influence, writes Katya Adler.6 hrs agoEurope
