EU leaders have responded to a sharp drop in bank shares on Friday, triggered by fears of weaknesses in the global financial system, by reassuring markets that the EU banking sector is resilient and well-regulated. This follows a hastily arranged marriage between two banks on Sunday and a government-backed takeover of Swiss lender Credit Suisse by its rival UBS. EU leaders are continuing to monitor the situation and reassure markets that the banking sector is stable.
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Dutch historian Lorenzo Ruijter has discovered a unique 1,000-year-old medieval golden treasure consisting of four golden ear pendants, two strips of gold leaf and 39 silver coins. The treasure dates back to the 11th century and is decorated with filigree and coins from various countries. The National Museum of Antiquities is currently working to preserve the treasure and make it available for public viewing.
An international team of investigators has found "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of heavy anti-aircraft weapons to Ukrainian separatists who shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. The Joint Investigation Team has collected a large amount of evidence, including witness statements, intercepted phone calls, satellite images and videos, and identified the exact location from which the missile was launched. However, the team has insufficient evidence to prosecute Putin or any other suspects and has suspended their 8½-year inquiry into the shooting down that killed all 298 people on board.
An international team of investigators have released a statement claiming that there are "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of heavy anti-aircraft weapons to Ukrainian separatists who shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. The Joint Investigation Team noted that although there are strong indications that Putin was involved in the decision, the "high bar of full and conclusive evidence is not met." The team is composed of representatives from the Netherlands, Australia, Belgium, Malaysia, and Ukraine and is expected to release its final report in the coming months.
The Netherlands is sending 15 metric tons of search and rescue equipment to Turkey in response to the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the region in the early hours of the morning. The team of 65 rescue workers and 8 search dogs will be accompanied by police, military personnel, first aid responders, and firefighters. International aid groups and countries are also sending resources to help with the relief effort.