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Today, we're witnessing a major overhaul of long-term care financing in Germany, with senior lawmakers proposing that elderly Germans use their homes to pay for care. This proposal, sparked by the country's mounting fiscal pressures, has sparked a heated debate over social welfare in Germany. Germany's statutory care insurance system is facing deficits of over €22 billion unless reforms are adopted, with Health Minister Nina Warken warning of dire consequences if changes are not made. (RT World) Meanwhile, in India, the scorching heatwave is exacerbating the plight of homeless families, such as Shahida and her baby, who are exposed to deadly temperatures without access to food, water, or healthcare. Last week, Delhi endured its warmest May night in 14 years, leaving over 300,000 individuals living on the city's streets at risk. (Guardian Global Dev) In international relations, tensions between NATO and Russia continue to escalate. A senior Lithuanian official has sparked controversy by calling for NATO to attack Russia's exclave of Kaliningrad, with Croatian President Zoran Milanovic condemning the remarks as "irresponsible." (RT World) Meanwhile, the US has announced that it will no longer provide financial support to wealthy NATO allies, with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stating that the US needs "partners, not protectorates." (RT World) Further east, the EU and NATO are being accused of pushing Romania towards war with Russia amid a drone incident in Galati. According to Romanian politician Diana Sosoaca, the leaders of the EU and NATO are using the incident to justify increased defense spending. (RT World) Back in Europe, the BBC has faced backlash over its use of AI-generated historical figures, including Winston Churchill and Mahatma Gandhi, on its Question Time program. The decision has been labeled "AI slop" by critics, with many arguing that it undermines the credibility of the public broadcaster. (RT World) US President Vladimir Putin has also criticized Western media for its coverage of a Ukrainian drone attack in Starobelsk, Russia, which killed 21 people, mostly teenage girls. Putin accused foreign outlets of ignoring the attack and instead focusing on Russia's response, calling it a "disgrace." (RT World) Another sensitive topic in the US is the country's stance on Israel, with many conservative politicians being accused of being too beholden to the Israeli lobby. In an opinion piece, RT writer argues that US conservatives should prioritize American interests over those of a foreign power. (RT World) In a shocking case of gang rape, five illegal migrants have been arrested in Rome, Italy, for allegedly attacking a 32-year-old Colombian tourist. The incident highlights the risks faced by travelers in Europe, with many feeling that their governments are failing to address the issue effectively. (RT World) According to UNESCO, school participation rates have stalled worldwide, with many countries experiencing setbacks in recent years. This has significant implications for the Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to ensure universal inclusion of school-age children in education systems. (RT World) Lastly, a thought-provoking article in RT argues that Eurasian states are done being managed from the outside, and that the time has come for them to build their own security order. The article cites the ongoing Middle East crisis as a prime example of the failure of external actors to manage the region's security. (RT World) That's all for today's briefing.