The arrest of 4 students of the age of 10 in elementary schools in France on charges of "glorifying terrorism" sparked widespread controversy in some local public opinion, as well as the resentment of the Muslim community about these arrests.

 Hoffenheim's German player, Ryan Sisignon, said he was disgusted by his racist abuse online, after posting several offensive messages he received on social media.

 The Dutch government will consider permitting "euthanasia" for children with incurable diseases between the ages of one and 12 years.

 On Monday, European Union foreign ministers agreed in Luxembourg to impose sanctions on Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko over the crackdown on protests in his country.