Closing summary
… and on that note, it’s a wrap!
68-year-old Catherine Connolly has inaugurated her term as the 10th president of Ireland, saying she wants to be “a steady hand” and “a catalyst for change,” “reflecting our desire for a republic that lives up to its name” (13:00, 14:02, 14:25). She also warned against “existential” threats from climate change and armed conflicts, stressing Ireland’s neutrality (13:48, 13:51, 13:54, 14:01).
Around 100,000 people, including Poland’s president Karol Nawrocki, have taken part in the controversial Independence March in the Polish capital of Warsaw this afternoon, according to early police estimates, as the country celebrated 107th anniversary of its independence (15:03, 15:33, 16:01, 16:56).
Thousands also took part in Armistice Day commemorations in France, led by French president Emmanuel Macron (11:38).
And happy birthday to German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, who turns 70 today, and hosts a big birthday bash this evening as he faces growing questions about his track record in government (16:40).
And that’s all from me, Jakub Krupa, for today.
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100,000 people taking part in Polish Independence March, authorities say
Warsaw police estimate that around 100,000 people are taking part in the Independence March in the Polish capital (15:03), Poland’s public broadcaster TVP said.
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