Rotterdam's first ever mayor of Moroccan descent, Ahmed Aboutaleb, has announced his resignation after serving the city for 15 years. He says it's a well-considered decision and hopes to find a successor before the next municipal elections in 2026.
Neofascist rally in Rome causes uproar and political tension as sympathizers of former neofascist party commemorate and parliamentarians demand government response.
Major shipping companies deny making deals with Houthi rebels to protect their ships from attacks in the Red Sea, contradicting reports of such agreements by some media sources.
German football icon Franz Beckenbauer has passed away at the age of 78. Known as 'The Emperor', he was a dominant and elegant player who had a successful career as both a player and a coach, winning numerous titles and accolades throughout his lifetime.
Farmers' organizations are calling for undoing budget cuts and blocking roads and border crossings in Germany in protest against abolishing tax exemptions for agricultural vehicles, with extremist groups also possibly involved, according to Vice Chancellor and climate minister Robert Habeck.
Glory and Triumph: Remembering the Legendary Footballer Franz Beckenbauer. Born and raised in the rubble of post-war Germany, he led his team to victory in the 1974 World Cup and achieved greatness on the world stage, earning the nickname Der Kaiser and cementing his place in football history.