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Forecast: Part of Europe plunges into blackout, conclave for new pope begins, and Russia calls for three-day ceasefire

Factal May 1, 2025

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Forecast: Part of Europe plunges into blackout, conclave for new pope begins, and Russia calls for three-day ceasefire