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Polish Court Releases Ukrainian Suspect in Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Case

A Polish court has ordered the release of a Ukrainian national wanted by Germany for alleged involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage. The decision represents a significant development in the high-profile case that has strained diplomatic relations between European allies. The suspect had been detained near Warsaw last month on a German arrest warrant.

Court Defies German Extradition Request

A Polish court has ordered the release of Volodymyr Zhuravlev, a Ukrainian citizen who was detained last month on a German warrant alleging his involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, according to reports from Warsaw. The 45-year-old was freed by a judge despite Germany’s request for his extradition, creating what analysts suggest could be diplomatic friction between the two European Union members.

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Nestlé Announces 16,000 Job Cuts in Major Restructuring Effort

Global food giant Nestlé will cut approximately 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part of an expanded cost-reduction program. The company’s new CEO announced the restructuring amid slowing growth and pressure from investors. Nestlé shares reportedly surged following the announcement.

Major Workforce Reduction at Global Food Giant

Nestlé, the Swiss-based multinational food and drink processing corporation, will eliminate approximately 16,000 positions globally over the next two years, according to reports from company leadership. The job cuts represent one of the largest restructuring efforts in the company’s recent history and come just six weeks after the dismissal of its previous chief executive.

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UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves Signals Wealth Tax Increases in November Budget Amid Fiscal Challenges

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that increased taxation on wealthy individuals will form part of the government’s budget package next month. In an exclusive interview, she dismissed critics’ “scaremongering” while emphasizing economic growth and fiscal responsibility.

Wealth Tax Increases Confirmed for November Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has indicated that higher taxes on wealthy individuals will form part of the government’s budget package scheduled for November 26, according to reports from her Washington meetings with International Monetary Fund officials. The chancellor reportedly stated that taxing the wealthy “will be part of the story” while ruling out any return to austerity measures.