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Italy investigates mysterious drone flyovers of EU facility

Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into possible espionage and terrorism after a drone flew several times over an EU research centre in northwestern Italy, two sources with direct knowledge…

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EU prepares ‘strong plan’ to hit back at Trump tariffs

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday said she hoped to avoid a trade war but that Brussels had a "strong plan" to respond to any tariffs imposed by…

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EU could charge fees on PayPal in U.S. tariff dispute

The European Union could charge fees on PayPal as part of a tariff dispute with the United States, a senior European lawmaker said on Friday. Bernd Lange, the head of the…

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EU preparing ‘robust’ response to Trump’s latest tariffs

After Donald Trump announced his latest set of tariffs, much of the discussion has focused on how countries respond. We're now hearing that the European Union is preparing its "calibrated"…

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UPDATED: EU Commission urges stockpiling of emergency supplies

The European Commission said on Wednesday that Europe should enhance stockpiling of critical equipment and encourage the public to maintain sufficient supplies for at least 72 hours in case of…

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Southern European countries resist EU defense spending plan

Southern European states are rebuffing a European Commission plan to turbocharge defense spending with cheap loans, fearing it would add to their already heavy debt burdens. The resistance, led by…

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WHO calls for immediate action as report shows 10% rise in child TB infections in European region

Tuberculosis (TB) infections among children in the European region rose 10% in 2023, indicating ongoing transmission and the need for immediate public health measures to control the spread, the World…

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Euro area inflation drops slightly – Eurostat

The euro area annual inflation rate was 2.3% in February 2025, down from 2.5% in January. A year earlier, the rate was 2.6%. European Union annual inflation was 2.7% in February 2025, down from…

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Electricity from renewable sources reaches 47% in 2024

In 2024, renewable energy sources contributed nearly 47% of the net electricity generated across the European Union. Denmark led the way with the highest share of renewables in its electricity…

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Majority of Europeans see Trump as an enemy, survey shows

A recent survey conducted across the eight largest EU countries and Denmark reveals that more than half of Europeans view U.S. President Donald Trump as an “enemy of Europe.” The…

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EU asylum applications drop 13 percent in 2024

Almost 912,000 people applied for international protection for the first time in the EU in 2024, falling 13 percent from the previous year. It is the first decline in first-time…

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EU delays first tariffs against U.S. to mid-April

The European Union has delayed its first counter-measures against the United States over President Donald Trump's metals tariffs until mid-April, allowing it to re-think which U.S. goods to hit and…

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UPDATED: Europe needs to be ready to defend itself in 3-5 years: Danish PM says

Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen said on arrival that it was “encouraging … that Europe is stepping up” in response to “great changes” in global order, calling for the bloc…

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Europe launches defense push amid Russia threat, US worries

The European Union (EU) on Wednesday presented a white paper laying out plans to facilitate member states' rearmament amid growing concerns that the continent may not be able to depend…

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Lawmakers urge Metsola to suspend peers linked to Huawei scandal

Lawmakers are demanding European Parliament President Roberta Metsola “set aside” any peers suspected of involvement in the Huawei bribery scandal, according to a letter signed by 28 members of the…

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EU life expectancy hits 81.4 years, exceeding pre-COVID level

In 2023, life expectancy at birth in the EU was 81.4 years, marking an increase of 0.8 years from 2022. After having declined in 2020 and 2021 due to the…

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The DNA of organised crime is changing – and so is the threat to Europe

Europol’s EU Serious and Organised Crime Threat Assessment (EU-SOCTA) 2025, published today, reveals how the very DNA of crime is shifting – reshaping the tactics, tools and structures employed by…

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Italy, Spain not ready to back EU plan to boost Ukraine military aid

Italy and Spain made clear on Monday they were not ready to back a European Union proposal to pledge up to 40 billion euros ($43.67 billion) in military aid for…

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EU and its partners pledge 5.8 billion euros for Syria and its neighbours

The European Union and its partners have pledged 5.8 billion euros ($6.3 billion) for Syria and its neighbours, said the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. "The EU and its…

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Lithuania warns that Southern Europe must spend more on defense

It's time for the entire continent to cough up more cash for defense, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said Monday, in an apparent message to spendthrift Southern European countries. Budrys…

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Czech minister urges EU to support Radio Free Europe funding

Czech foreign minister Jan Lipavský said he would ask EU foreign ministers meeting in Brussels today to consider if the EU should offer its support to Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty…

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Brussels Entertains—Then Shuts Down—Canada’s EU Dreams

Brussels responded positively to a recent poll indicating Canadian interest in joining the European Union—before swiftly clarifying that such a prospect is not feasible. The survey, conducted by Abacus Data…

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EU to invest $5bn in South Africa after US aid withdrawal

Donald Trump's cancellation of millions in aid to the country left a massive funding gap. The EU's investment package includes funding to boost vaccine manufacturing and for a transition to…

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EU envoys renew sanctions on Russian individuals, entities

The European Union agreed on Friday to renew sanctions on Russian individuals and entities but kept Russian tycoon Mikhail Fridman on the list despite pressure from Hungary, EU diplomats said.…

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Belgian prosecutors probe alleged corruption in European Parliament

Belgian prosecutors said on Thursday several individuals had been arrested for questioning in connection with their alleged involvement in active corruption within the European Parliament. The prosecutors said 21 searches…

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European Parliament backs von der Leyen’s ReArm plan

The European Parliament had the chance on Wednesday to express its view on the plan, but only through a non-legislative resolution, approved by 419 votes in favour, 204 against and…

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EU to impose counter tariffs on over $28 billion of US goods

The European Union will impose counter tariffs on 26 billion euros ($28.33 billion) worth of U.S. goods from next month in response to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium, the…

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EU lays groundwork for building deportation centres in distant countries

The European Commission has introduced a new regulation that, if approved, would allow member states to transfer rejected asylum seekers to distant countries where they have never been, signaling a…

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EU ‘cannot afford complacency’, Hadja Lahbib says on 5th anniversary of COVID pandemic

Hadja Lahbib, the EU's Crisis Preparedness Commissioner, warned that the European Union "cannot afford complacency" as it marks the fifth anniversary of COVID-19 being declared a pandemic. Speaking to Euronews,…

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EU social media law isn’t censorship, tech chief tells US critic

The EU’s social media law does not regulate speech, EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen told US lawmaker Jim Jordan, who had criticised it as censorship. Virkkunen defended the Digital Services…

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EU’s Ursula Von der Leyen marks 100 days of mandate

Ursula von der Leyen has marked the first 100 days of her second mandate at the helm of the European Commission with an hour-long press conference. It opened on a…

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EU leaders pledge increased defense spending and support for Ukraine

European leaders on Thursday backed plans to spend more on defence and continue to stand by Ukraine in a world upended by Donald Trump's reversal of U.S. policies. The European…

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Europe faces a clear and present danger: Ursula von der Leyen

Europe faces a clear and present danger, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on arrival at a special meeting of the European Council on March 6 in Brussels…

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Europe’s options for paying to bolster its defence readiness

European Union leaders will discuss on Thursday how to finance a sharp increase in defence readiness to deter any possible future attack from Russia and become less dependent for security…

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EU to provide Moldova with 60 million euros for defence in 2025

The European Union will provide Moldova with 60 million euros ($62.95 million) to spend on defence this year, the European Council's president said, to boost the capabilities of the small…

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UPDATED: EU Commission proposes €800 bln defense plan

A five-part plan to bolster Europe’s defence industry and increase its military capability could raise nearly €800bn (£660bn) and help provide urgent military support for Ukraine after the US suspended…

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Europe must urgently rearm, EU’s Von der Leyen says

Ursula von der Leyen has called for "comprehensive" security guarantees for Ukraine that can deter future Russian aggression. The European Union must "urgently" rearm and help Ukraine turn into a…

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EU pushes back hard against Trump tariff threats and his caustic comments

The European Union pushed back hard against allegations by U.S. President Donald Trump that the 27-nation bloc was out to get the United States, and warned that it would vigorously…

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High-level EU-US diplomatic talks are called off as transatlantic tensions rise

The EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas will not meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during her visit to Washington “due to scheduling issues,” according to a European Commission…

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Zelensky invited to special EU summit on support for Ukraine

EU Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he had invited Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky to the special summit of EU leaders on March 6, to discuss future support to…

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EU will ask India to cut tariffs on cars, wine to boost ties, reduce reliance on China

The European Union plans to urge India to lower its high tariffs on cars and wine to boost trade, as it seeks to reduce its reliance on China, a senior…

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EU set to propose sweeping red tape cuts to boost business competitiveness

The European Commission is due on Wednesday to unveil plans to loosen rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency that businesses in Europe say impede their ability to…

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UPDATED: EU Unveils New Defense Spending Measures Amid Rising Security Concerns

The EU is unleashing efforts to boost defense spending, including a new tool aimed at key weapons programs like missiles, drone and integrated air defenses. Other measures will seek to…

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Bulgaria to ask for EU assessment on its readiness to adopt euro next year

Bulgaria will ask the European Commission and the European Central Bank for an assessment on whether it meets all criteria to join the eurozone in January next year, its finance…

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EU suspends sanctions against Syria including on energy, banking

European Union countries suspended a range of sanctions against Syria with immediate effect on Monday, including restrictions related to energy, banking, transport and reconstruction. The EU has a range of sanctions…

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EU Leaders Reaffirm Support for Ukraine on War Anniversary, Announce New Sanctions Against Russia

In a joint statement, the leaders of the European Union reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine as the war enters its third year. European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, European Council President…

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EU and Israel to discuss Gaza’s future, regional politics

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar will meet senior European officials in Brussels on Monday, reviving a dialogue with the European Union as the bloc considers a role…

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EU looks to tighten controls on low-quality online imports

Earlier this month, the EU Commission set out a number of measures to tackle risks stemming from low-value imports sold via non-EU online retailers and marketplaces hosting non-EU traders. The…

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Caribbean leader tells EU chief: Apologise and pay reparations for slavery

Former colonial powers must apologise and pay compensation for their historic role in the enslavement of Africans, Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.…

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UPDATED: No peace deal without involving Ukraine, Europe in talks, EU foreign policy chief says

There can be no Russia-Ukraine peace deal without the participation of Ukraine and Europe, the European Union’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said, after meeting with her South African counterpart…

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EU approves more sanctions against Russia

European Union envoys have approved a new raft of sanctions against Russia, with the measures set to enter into force next week on the third anniversary of its full-scale invasion…

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LNG imports plummet amid falling EU gas demand

Europe's declining gas demand raises doubts about the rush to build new LNG import terminals, although there is still room to increase imports from the US, as urged by former…

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Cost of Living and Environment Top Concerns for Young People in the EU

A recent Eurobarometer Youth Survey reveals that rising prices and the cost of living are the most pressing concerns for young people in the European Union, with 40% of respondents…

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Von der Leyen Calls for Accelerated Ukraine EU Accession at Munich Security Conference

The Munich Security Conference commenced with a moment of silence for the victims of Thursday’s car ramming attack in Munich, which left at least 36 people injured, including several in…

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European Parliament President Metsola visits Gaza, underlines support

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola visited Gaza on Thursday, marking the first visit by a member of the EU leadership to the coastal strip in more than a decade, according…

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EU sues France over bird hunting with nets

The European Commission said on Wednesday it is taking France to the EU Court of Justice after the country ignored repeated warnings over failing to ban bird hunting with nets.It…

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EU Culture Commissioner Glenn Micallef says funding culture is key to EU security

The European Union should dedicate more money to a key culture program that is vital to the bloc’s security, said new Culture Commissioner Glenn Micallef. In an exclusive first interview…

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