5 takeaways from Germany's regional elections after far-right makes historic gains

Germany's far-right AfD sees mandate after maiden regional win

Björn Höcke calls strong polling for far-right AfD in Thuringia a 'historic victory'

It's the first time since WWII that a far-right party appears on course to enter a state parliament, with the AfD polling at over 32% according to exit polls published on Sunday.

Exit polls: far-right AfD ahead of rivals in Thuringia and on course for major gains in Saxony

Exit polls: far-right AfD ahead of rivals in Thuringia, the first time for a German far-right party since 1945, and on course for major gains in Saxony.

Poland marks 85th anniversary of Nazi Germany's invasion that triggered WWII

In more than five years of World War II and brutal German occupation, Poland lost 6 million citizens, or a sixth of its population, of which 3 million were Jews.

Kursk Incursion: Belgorod Declares Emergency as Kyiv Claims Control More Land, Evacuation Begins

Russia's Belgorod region declared an emergency following Ukrainian attacks, with evacuations underway. Ukraine's cross-border incursion into Kursk and Belgorod marks the first foreign troop entry into Russia since World War II. Kyiv claims control of 74 settlements in Kursk, embarrassing the Kremlin. Russia reports destroying numerous Ukrainian drones and missiles. The conflict has displaced thousands of Russians. US President Biden notes the situation is creating a "dilemma for Putin.” #Belgorod #Kursk #Kyiv #Ukrainewar #KurskAttack #BelgorodAttack #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.194~GR.125~

Ukraine presses its cross-border incursion to 1,000 sq km of Russian territory

Russia has seen previous incursions into its territory, but the foray into the Kursk region marks the largest attack on its soil since World War II.

80 people evacuated as unexploded WWII missile found in Poland

The explosive device is known for its large field of fire, with military officials set a safety zone of 1500 meters.