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EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
The European Commission has said EU rules aimed at tackling agricultural pollution remain effective after more than three decades, but...
Read More... EU and UK agree new Gibraltar deal to secure post-Brexit future
EU and UK agree new Gibraltar deal to secure post-Brexit future
The European Union and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark agreement aimed at shaping Gibraltar’s future relationship with the bloc...
Read More... EU Parliament backs tougher rules for organic imports and stronger support for local producers
EU Parliament backs tougher rules for organic imports and stronger support for local producers
Members of the European Parliament have backed plans to tighten rules on organic food imports, simplify requirements for small producers...
Read More... EU launches defence industry pact with Ukraine and unveils €1bn drone package
EU launches defence industry pact with Ukraine and unveils €1bn drone package
The European Union has signed a new defence industrial partnership with Ukraine, launched a joint drone production initiative and released...
Read More... EU and India deepen technology and trade ties with plans for Horizon Europe talks and AI cooperation
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EU unveils action plan to strengthen cybersecurity in age of advanced AI
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Zurab Musinyan: “Let my case lie at door of Russian special services combating international terrorism…”
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Young Europeans losing faith in democracy
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Young Europeans lead the way in digital civic participation
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World Refugee Day: Joint Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative
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World peace under strain — yet some countries still shine
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Women still a minority among Flemish professors despite gains elsewhere
Women account for just one in three professors and visiting professors at Flemish universities, according to new figures released on Tuesday by Statistiek Vlaanderen.Read More...
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EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
The European Commission has said EU rules aimed at tackling agricultural pollution remain effective after more than three decades, but...
Read More... EU and UK agree new Gibraltar deal to secure post-Brexit future
EU and UK agree new Gibraltar deal to secure post-Brexit future
The European Union and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark agreement aimed at shaping Gibraltar’s future relationship with the bloc...
Read More... EU Parliament backs tougher rules for organic imports and stronger support for local producers
EU Parliament backs tougher rules for organic imports and stronger support for local producers
Members of the European Parliament have backed plans to tighten rules on organic food imports, simplify requirements for small producers...
Read More... EU launches defence industry pact with Ukraine and unveils €1bn drone package
EU launches defence industry pact with Ukraine and unveils €1bn drone package
The European Union has signed a new defence industrial partnership with Ukraine, launched a joint drone production initiative and released...
Read More... EU and India deepen technology and trade ties with plans for Horizon Europe talks and AI cooperation
EU and India deepen technology and trade ties with plans for Horizon Europe talks and AI cooperation
The European Union and India have agreed to deepen cooperation on technology, trade and supply chains, announcing a series of new initiatives...
Read More... EU unveils action plan to strengthen cybersecurity in age of advanced AI
EU unveils action plan to strengthen cybersecurity in age of advanced AI
The European Commission has announced a new action plan aimed at strengthening the European Union's cybersecurity as increasingly...
Read More... EU unveils five joint weapons programs in push to build defense industry muscle
EU unveils five joint weapons programs in push to build defense industry muscle
The European Commission has proposed five large-scale joint defence initiatives aimed at accelerating Europe’s ability to design and produce...
Read More... Brussels lays groundwork for Montenegro’s EU entry with detailed budget roadmap
Brussels lays groundwork for Montenegro’s EU entry with detailed budget roadmap
The European Commission has unveiled a detailed financial framework outlining how Montenegro would be integrated into the EU budget...
Read More... European Commission clears €1 billion capital boost for Romania's investment and development bank
European Commission clears €1 billion capital boost for Romania's investment and development bank
The European Commission has approved Romania's plans to strengthen its national investment and development bank, Banca de Investiții și Dezvoltare...
Read More... Seven detained in terror probe over Liège synagogue blast
Seven detained in terror probe over Liège synagogue blast
Belgian authorities have arrested seven people following a series of house searches linked to the investigation into the explosion that...
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Zurich introduces Eruv, creating a Sabbath-friendly public zone for Jewish life
Zurich has quietly drawn a new kind of line across the city — one that cannot be seen at first glance, yet carries deep religious and social meaning. Spanning severalRead More...
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Zurab Musinyan: “Let my case lie at door of Russian special services combating international terrorism…”
Specialized Oil-Loading Seaport Vitino captured by Russian security officials through hostage taking keeps on being a subject of carve-up and litigations by Russian and international companies....Read More...
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Young Europeans losing faith in democracy
Recent findings from a comprehensive survey conducted by the YouGov institute for the Tui Foundation reveal a concerning trend among Europe’s youth: a growingRead More...
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Young Europeans lead the way in digital civic participation
As Europe becomes increasingly digital, young people are stepping up as the most active voices in online civic and political life. In 2025, nearly a quarter (24.3%) of EuropeansRead More...
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World Refugee Day: Joint Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative
No country, no region in the world has been spared from the impact of COVID-19. The virus is exacerbating existing inequalities and has a disproportionate effect on refugees,Read More...
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World peace under strain — yet some countries still shine
As a storm of conflicts, rising militarisation and geopolitical fragmentation rattles the globe, the annual Global Peace Index 2025 paints a soberingRead More...
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Women still a minority among Flemish professors despite gains elsewhere
Women account for just one in three professors and visiting professors at Flemish universities, according to new figures released on Tuesday by Statistiek Vlaanderen.Read More...
EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
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Statement by von der Leyen and Costa on opening first accession cluster for Ukraine and Moldova
Today, the European Union took a major step forward.12 June 2026Read More... -
President von der Leyen's statement on the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia
Almost every day now, we wake up to the same kind of news. Another major Russian strike on Ukrainian cities, targeting...10 June 2026Read More... -
EU–Western Balkans Summit: Statement by Presidents von der Leyen, Costa, and Milatović
President Milatović, dear Jakov,07 June 2026Read More... -
Von der Leyen, Kristersson and Modi present joint vision for EU-India cooperation
Statement by President von der Leyen with Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson and Indian Prime Minister Modi18 May 2026Read More...
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EU review finds nitrates rules still protect water but calls for simpler farming measures
The European Commission has said EU rules aimed at tackling agricultural pollution remain effective after more than...15 July 2026Read More...
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EU and UK agree new Gibraltar deal to secure post-Brexit future
The European Union and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark agreement aimed at shaping Gibraltar’s future relationship...15 July 2026Read More...
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EU Parliament backs tougher rules for organic imports and stronger support for local producers
Members of the European Parliament have backed plans to tighten rules on organic food imports, simplify requirements...15 July 2026Read More...
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EU launches defence industry pact with Ukraine and unveils €1bn drone package
The European Union has signed a new defence industrial partnership with Ukraine, launched a joint drone production...15 July 2026Read More...
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EU and India deepen technology and trade ties with plans for Horizon Europe talks and AI cooperation
The European Union and India have agreed to deepen cooperation on technology, trade and supply chains, announcing...15 July 2026Read More...
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