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Frederik Vansina says Russia’s nuclear rhetoric has not unsettled NATO, but warns against underestimating Moscow as tensions rise.

A French army spokesperson says the warship escorted about 10 vessels in a week, while the EU says ships are waiting for protection.

Loud explosions and smoke were reported in Yemen’s Houthi-held capital. The cause of the blasts, who was responsible and what was hit remain unclear.

The former world No 4 lost in straight sets to Frances Tiafoe at the Tokyo tournament, where he had received a wildcard.

Russia has given staff at three Hungarian diplomatic missions two weeks to leave, in response to Hungary’s earlier order against 10 Russian mission members.

Spain’s royal couple are due to visit Ceuta and Melilla this month, with Morocco’s claim to the enclaves giving the trip diplomatic significance.

Dutch shipbuilder Damen is seeking nearly €4.7 billion from Germany after Berlin cancelled a six-frigate programme. The sum is a claim, not an agreed payment.

France’s government has proposed tax rises and spending cuts as it seeks to reduce its budget deficit and manage a growing debt burden.