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EU Parliament backs a safe origin list and tougher safe third country rules, naming Bangladesh, Egypt and Tunisia among states to fast-track asylum cases faster.

WHO said it regrets the U.S. departure and will refer legal issues on withdrawal and payments to the World Health Assembly meeting in May 2026 as budgets shift.

Two ski mountaineers were killed near Albosaggia in Lombardy and a skier died on Marmolada, prompting avalanche warnings across Italy’s Alpine arc after new snow.

EU Commission said TikTok’s infinite scroll, autoplay and alerts breached Digital Services Act risk rules in Europe, citing harms for minors and vulnerable adults.

OHCHR said its 2026 regular budget is $224.3 million, about 10% lower than 2025, as the office seeks $400 million more to fund monitoring and protection in 2026.

Brussels is assessing changes to short-stay visa limits for six professional groups whose work requires repeated or extended travel across EU states.

WHO launched a 2026 appeal for nearly $1 billion to respond to 36 emergencies, including 14 Grade 3 crises, and to support clinics under pressure worldwide today.

EU Commission sets five-year migration and asylum priorities, pairing stronger external border screening with Pact rollout in June 2026 and expanded legal pathways.

EU looks to Qatar, Canada and North Africa for LNG as officials warn reliance on U.S. shipments is rising and gas storage sits near 44% this winter; stocks fall.

India’s 77th Republic Day saw PM Modi host EU chief Ursula von der Leyen, highlighting economic growth, trade ties, and India’s rising global role.