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Lukashenko deploys troops to Ukraine's border
This information is reported on the institution's official website.
Roberta Metsola, the former President of the European Parliament, presided over the opening session.
A pivotal moment during the session's commencement was the election of the new European Parliament president. Candidates Roberta Metsola (EPP, Malta) and Irene Montero (left, Spain) delivered brief statements outlining their visions for the Parliament's future.
Roberta Metsola was elected as the new president of the European Parliament based on the voting results, as reported by Radio Svoboda.
Consequently, she will serve in this position for another two and a half years.