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EU to drop mask mandate for flights

Rules will change on 16 May

The Independent UK

In Berlin, Ukraine's Kuleba welcomes positive changes in Germany's position

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba praised Germany's response to the war with Russia during his visit to Berlin on Thursday, saying that the country had now taken a leading role following tensions in Berlin-Kyiv relations.

Reuters

Brexit: Tearing up Northern Ireland protocol would be legal, claims attorney general

Fresh legal advice comes as Boris Johnson dismisses idea of EU-UK trade war as ‘crazy’

The Independent UK

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Japan, EU agree to raise efforts on Russia, in Indo-Pacific

Japan and the European Union have agreed to step up their sanctions against Russia as leaders from the two sides raised concerns about the war’s impact in the Indo-Pacific, where they seek to strengthen their partnership and increase engagement amid China’s growing assertiveness

The Independent UK

Ignore the pomp: thanks to Boris Johnson, Britain has never been less united

The full uniformed flummery of the state opening of parliament belies the fragile state of the nation, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The Guardian - UK

EXPLAINER: Who's the Swedish doctor facing execution in Iran

Iran is scheduled to put to death a 50-year-old Swedish-Iranian physician within nine days

The Independent UK

France lifts Covid restrictions, no longer requiring masks on planes, trains as of Monday

France will no longer require passengers on trains, metros, busses and domestic flights to wear masks starting Monday, 16 May, lifting one of the last remaining Covid measure in the country. And the European air safety authority will no longer recommend masks be worn on flights within the EU.

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Timeline: Week 11 of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Al Jazeera recaps key events during week 11 of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: UN calls for end to school strikes after nearly 100 child deaths in April; EU to consider Ukraine’s membership – as it happened

UN verifies nearly 100 child killings but says figure likely higher; Ukraine’s EU application to be assessed in June, says France

The Guardian - UK

What the papers say – May 12

The front pages focus on a potential trade war with Europe and Boris Johnson’s latest diplomatic effort.

The Independent UK

Japan PM Kishida pledges further cooperation with EU on Russia

Tokyo earlier this week announced it would phase out imports of Russian oil.

Al Jazeera

EU seeks bigger role in Asia's 'theatre of tensions', warns on China

European Union leaders said on Thursday that the EU wants to become a bigger actor in Asia, which they termed a "theatre of tensions", warning of an increasingly assertive China even as they called on Beijing to defend the multilateral global order.

Reuters

Why Ukraine will likely win Eurovision

The song contest might be fodder for Will Ferrell spoofs, but it also reflects the political culture in Europe

Salon

The War in Ukraine Will Be a Historic Turning Point

But for History to Take the Right Path, America and Europe Must Work Together

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Irish Mirror

List of holiday destinations that will continue to enforce the face mask rule on flights to and from Ireland

"From that date, face masks will be optional on all Ryanair flights except those flights to/from the 15 EU States where masks remain mandatory on public transport"

The Independent UK

Tories accused of costing English regions £1bn with ‘broken’ levelling-up pledge

The Government has hit back strongly against Labour’s analysis, insisting it is not failing to live up to its promise.

Evening Standard

Joe Biden calls on Boris Johnson not to rip up Northern Ireland protocol

A White House spokesman has stressed the need for talks to continue to resolve the issues

Irish Mirror

Ryanair clear-up face mask rules for Spain, Portugal, Italy and other top Irish tourist destinations

Fliers may have to wait for face masks rule on flights to be properly lifted

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Daily Mirror

PM piles pressure on EU over Northern Ireland Protocol ahead of Liz Truss showdown

The UK is thought to be drawing up plans for legislation to override parts of the deal, which the PM signed in 2020 so Britain could quit the EU after the 2016 referendum

The Independent UK

Truss urged to step back from brink in explosive Brexit spat with Brussels over Northern Ireland

Tearing up Northern Ireland protocol ‘will spark trade war, drive up inflation and damage UK influence’, warns senior Tory MP

Benzinga

This Cannabis Stock Is Analyst's Top Pick Among Canadian LP Group, Here's Why

Village Farms International, Inc. (NASDAQ: VFF) reported Tuesday that its consolidated sales increased 34% year-over-year to $70.2 million in the f

The Guardian - UK

UK goes further than any other Nato country in Sweden and Finland pledge

Analysis: Boris Johnson’s move seen as high-value commitment at a time of great tension

Wales Online

Apple could be ditching Lightning ports according to tech expert

The cable has been in use on Apple devices for 10 years

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the Northern Ireland protocol: make it work

Editorial: Government threats to abandon the deal only stir more grievance and put Britain’s reputation as a reliable partner in jeopardy

Dublin Live

Ryanair says face masks will still be mandatory on flights to 15 EU countries

The update to the health safety measures for air travel was issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) this morning

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