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Estonian Defence Minister Martin Herem has called on the European Union to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, saying Brussels should disregard Moscow's threats of punishment over such a move. The statement adds to ongoing debate within the EU over legal and political risks of tapping roughly immobilised Russian state funds to finance Kyiv's defence and recovery.

French tennis player Arthur Fils is set to face American Martin Damm in the first round of qualifying at the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo. The matchup is drawing attention among tennis fans in France and beyond as Fils continues his season on the Asian swing, with the draw now confirmed for the Japanese hard-court event.

International and club friendlies are drawing attention, with ticket sales under way for Argentina's friendly against Benin and Arsenal's Martin Odegaard impressing in pre-season action, giving manager Mikel Arteta a fresh tactical option ahead of the new campaign. Fans are searching for fixture details and prices as teams step up preparations.

Dutch broadcaster Martine van Os is stopping her work on the TV programme Tijd voor MAX 'soon', according to TVgids.nl. The announcement is being described as bad news for fans of the show, and viewers are searching for details about when she will leave and who may replace her.

In Saxony-Anhalt, the AfD's state leader Martin Stahl has moved to postpone the election of a new Minister-President candidate, a step reported by BILD as a significant internal delay. The move puts the spotlight on the state party's leadership contest and its plans ahead of the next state election, with the far-right party polling strongly in the region.

Boeing, fresh from building the F-47 for the US Air Force, has been selected to develop the Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter, according to Air & Space Forces Magazine. The award hands Boeing another major next-generation combat aircraft program, positioning it as the Pentagon's key fighter maker alongside Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson has published his latest Formula 1 Q&A, addressing whether Christian Horner could have a chance at Ferrari, what is happening with the end of the season, why no virtual safety car was deployed for the last-lap crash in Baku, and upgrades at Williams and Aston Martin. The feature draws fan interest as the season winds down and team-movement speculation intensifies.

Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor is trending in the Netherlands, with betting markets tracking upcoming tennis matches including fixtures involving Stefanos Tsitsipas and Tomas Martin Etcheverry. Fans and punters are following his results and the wider ATP schedule as prediction markets set odds on set winners and match outcomes.

Human rights organisations, including Amnesty International UK, are calling for a fresh investigation into the murder of journalist Martin O'Hagan in Northern Ireland. O'Hagan was killed in 2001, the first journalist murdered there during the Troubles' aftermath, and no one has been convicted. Campaigners say his family has waited too long for justice and are pressing authorities to reopen the case.

Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly chosen to join Saudi club Al-Hilal, turning down interest from Premier League suitors. Reports describe the move as driven by mutual desire between the player and the Saudi side, raising questions over his motivations and what the transfer means for his career.

Prince Albert II of Monaco and Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, alongside Martins Seguro of Portugal, are set to address the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The two heads of state will deliver speeches to assembled parliamentarians in Strasbourg, an honour reserved for prominent European leaders on matters of shared concern.

Search interest around an Argentina match is rising in India, alongside football chatter about Martin Odegaard giving Mikel Arteta a new tactical option for Arsenal. Argentina remain one of the most followed teams worldwide, and any fixture involving the side attracts heavy attention, though no specific opponent, competition or result has been confirmed in the available information.

Lockheed Martin, the US defense contractor, is drawing attention for its work combining artificial intelligence with space systems. The company is developing AI-enabled defense technologies alongside its satellite and space programs, positioning itself for growing military demand in both areas. Observers are weighing what these investments mean for the company's future role in US national security and the defense industry's broader technology shift.

The Guardian's Ali Martin argues that the Hundred has been pushed into the role of a summer undercard, with county cricket's strong showings and ongoing turmoil surrounding the England men's team commanding the attention of supporters. Traditional four-day competition has held the spotlight while the short-form tournament and England's selections and struggles have taken a back seat in the cricket conversation.

Fernando Alonso will continue in Formula 1, with Aston Martin confirming the Spaniard will stay with the team into the 2027 season, running the Honda power unit. The announcement has sparked discussion in Germany, Spain and the UK, with fans weighing the two-time champion's long-term future and the team's prospects heading into the new engine era.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard says Manchester City's Bernardo Silva 'lost his head' during an on-pitch incident and never apologised afterwards. The comments have reignited discussion about the confrontation between the two players, with fans debating Silva's behaviour and whether an apology was owed. The remarks add fresh edge to the rivalry between the two Premier League title contenders.

Martin Zubimendi is the talk of Spanish football after reports that Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique wants to sign the midfielder away from Arsenal. The move is described as a potentially spectacular signing, with PSG reportedly ready to test Arsenal's resolve for the Spain international, who has been a key figure since arriving in north London.

Tennis great Martina Navratilova has spoken publicly about how she believes women's sports should grow, sharing her ideas in an interview with Sports Business Journal. The comments come as investment and viewership in women's leagues continue to rise worldwide, and as Navratilova remains one of the most prominent voices debating the future of women's competition.

Eberechi Eze's start at Arsenal is drawing attention as injuries to Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard could shape how big a role he plays this season. Commentators suggest the absences may give the England midfielder an early chance to establish himself as a key creative figure at the club.

The Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in the NHL season opener for both teams, played in Toronto. The game marked Gavin McKenna's long-awaited NHL debut, drawing extra attention to the matchup. Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis-era optimism showed in post-game comments, with Josh Anderson praising his side's effort. Maple Leafs defenceman Jake McCabe left the game with a potential injury, adding concern for Toronto after the loss.

German broadcaster Martina Eßer has presented her last show on WDR, bidding farewell to viewers, as reported by the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger. The Cologne-based public broadcaster is a fixture of regional television in North Rhine-Westphalia, so the departure of a familiar host has drawn attention from local audiences reflecting on her time on screen.