Daily brief
Latvia, supported by other nations, has called for Russia to remain excluded from the Venice Biennale art exhibition, arguing its return would be inappropriate while the war in Ukraine continues.
The Greek government is considering a ban on face coverings for Muslim women in public spaces, a move that has sparked debate over religious freedom and security.
Team Ukraine has alleged pressure from the International Paralympic Committee and Milano Cortina organizers to remove national symbols during the upcoming Games.
The Italian Prime Minister condemned what she termed a 'massacre' of schoolgirls in Iran, following reports of a toxic gas attack on a girls' school.
Cyprus has extended residence permits for foreigners stranded abroad due to the ongoing crisis in Iran.