A Russian drone strike in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region killed a father and his three young children, severely injuring the mother who is 35 weeks pregnant, according to officials on Wednesday. The attack completely destroyed the family's home, trapping them under the rubble, as reported by the Kharkiv regional prosecutors office. This tragic event comes as the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in the country reported that last year was the deadliest for civilians in Ukraine since 2022, with Russia intensifying its aerial attacks behind the front lines.
Meanwhile, Europe has stepped up its financial support for Ukraine, stabilizing the flow of cash after the US almost entirely withdrew its aid, a new report found. The "Ukraine Support" report by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW Kiel) revealed that the total volume of aid remained relatively stable in 2025, primarily due to increased contributions from European countries, particularly Germany.
In other news, Prince William concluded his first tour of Saudi Arabia with a visit to the Sharaan Nature Reserve. There, he learned about initiatives to protect and reintroduce native species, including gazelles and the Arabian oryx, and a program to bring back the critically endangered Arabian leopard, according to Sky News.
Across the globe, in Bangladesh, the country prepared for its first election since protests toppled Sheikh Hasina. Journalist Moudud Ahmmed Sujan reflected on past elections, noting that this one felt heavier than any before, as reported by Al Jazeera.
Finally, in Germany, speculation arose regarding the relationship between former Google chief executive Eric Schmidt and Gloria-Sophie Burkandt, the daughter of a prominent conservative politician. The pair were seen together at international forums discussing artificial intelligence and Europe's future, sparking questions about political ties and potential influence, according to Euronews.
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