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Expert: Had to fight hard for watered-down compromise
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Expert: Had to fight hard for watered-down compromise

The EU countries' decision on new climate targets was a watered-down compromise, says climate scientist Naghmeh Nasiritousi. But it is still an important step for the EU to have some credibility at the climate summit next week, she says
New climate target in the EU – with lower ambition
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New climate target in the EU – with lower ambition

EU countries want to reduce their emissions by 90 percent by 2040, compared to 1990. But it comes after great disagreement and criticism for doing both too much and too little
Stegra hopes for Swedish government support
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Stegra hopes for Swedish government support

Financially stressed steel company Stegra is hoping for support from the government. Talks are continuing
The 2015 refugee crisis – this is what happened
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The 2015 refugee crisis – this is what happened

Ten years ago, what has come to be known as the refugee crisis reached its peak. In 2015, around 1
Finland tightens 5G regulations – bans Huawei
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Finland tightens 5G regulations – bans Huawei

Finland plans to tighten its control over who is allowed to supply equipment for the country's 5G network, in line with pressure from the EU to strengthen the security of the community's mobile networks.
Refugee Crisis 2015: Key Events and Impact on Europe and Sweden
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Refugee Crisis 2015: Key Events and Impact on Europe and Sweden

For ten years ago culminated what has come to be called the refugee crisis. During 2015, about 1
EU Faces Tough Talks on Baltic Sea Herring Quotas
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EU Faces Tough Talks on Baltic Sea Herring Quotas

The stock of herring in the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia is heavily fished. When the EU countries are to agree on the fishing quotas for next year, the Swedish government and the EU Commission are the herring's only friends, according to Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren (Christian Democrats)
EU's von der Leyen to Meet King Carl Gustaf at Nordic Council
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EU's von der Leyen to Meet King Carl Gustaf at Nordic Council

The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen has lunch with King Carl Gustaf and participates in the Nordic Council in Stockholm next week.
EU Environment Ministers to Set 2040 Climate Targets
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EU Environment Ministers to Set 2040 Climate Targets

EU countries' heads of state and government leave it to their environment ministers to agree on climate targets for 2040.
Belgium Blocks EU Plan to Use Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Aid
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Belgium Blocks EU Plan to Use Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Aid

The EU is to come up with proposals on how Ukraine will be supported economically in the coming years – but the assignment does not specifically mention the use of frozen Russian billions. The message comes after a heated summit discussion, marked by Belgian resistance
EU Considers Using Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine's Defense
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EU Considers Using Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine's Defense

Let Russia finance Ukraine's defense and resistance. This is the EU's creative hope to long-term support in the war – without having to pay themselves
EU Approves New Sanctions Package Targeting Russian Gas and Shadow Fleet
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EU Approves New Sanctions Package Targeting Russian Gas and Shadow Fleet

Accelerated phasing out of Russian gas, new listings of vessels in the shadow fleet and restrictions on Russian diplomats' travel in the EU. This will become a reality with the EU's new sanctions package against Russia – which, according to the Danish Presidency of the Council of Ministers, will be approved on Thursday morning
EU Parliament Reverses Stance on Sustainability in Rare Vote
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EU Parliament Reverses Stance on Sustainability in Rare Vote

An unlikely alliance of greens and far-right gets the EU parliament to say no to its own agreement on simplifications in the environmental area. The result is a heavy blow to the center
EU Proposes 3.2 Million Kronor Start Support for Young Farmers
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EU Proposes 3.2 Million Kronor Start Support for Young Farmers

Start support of 3. 2 million kronor to new young farmers is proposed by the EU Commission
EU Simplifies Rainforest Rules Amid Environmental Criticism
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EU Simplifies Rainforest Rules Amid Environmental Criticism

The EU Commission wants to simplify already decided rules that are in place to reduce the devastation of the rainforest. The environmental movement is critical
EU Maintains Sanction Threat Against Israel Over Gaza Situation
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EU Maintains Sanction Threat Against Israel Over Gaza Situation

EU is lying low – but still does not release its proposals for sanctions against Israel regarding the situation in Gaza.
EU Agrees to Phase Out Russian Gas by 2028
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EU Agrees to Phase Out Russian Gas by 2028

Russian gas should be stopped from the EU by 2028 at the latest, if the EU's member countries get what they want. High time, says Minister for Energy and Trade Ebba Busch (KD)
Pricerunner Sues Google for 77 Billion Kronor in Sweden's Largest Claim
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Pricerunner Sues Google for 77 Billion Kronor in Sweden's Largest Claim

Pricerunner is suing Google for 77 billion kronor – it is the highest claim for damages so far in Sweden. Google has for tens of years cheated customers from the price comparison site, but the search giant strongly objects to the lawsuit
Hungary Prepares for Trump-Putin Meeting Despite ICC Obligations
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Hungary Prepares for Trump-Putin Meeting Despite ICC Obligations

Preparations for the "peace meeting" are underway, says Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The move comes after US President Donald Trump announced that he will meet his Russian counterpart in Hungary – a country bound to arrest Vladimir Putin if he sets foot there
EU Reaffirms Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement
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EU Reaffirms Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement

The EU Commission promises to stand up for the climate agreement from Paris in a new "vision" for climate and energy.
EU Defense Plan Targets Drone Defense by 2027
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EU Defense Plan Targets Drone Defense by 2027

Four projects including drone defense are included in the EU Commission's new defense plan. However, uncertainties remain about who will actually do what
Germany Pushes to Use Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Loans
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Germany Pushes to Use Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Loans

Germany is increasing the pressure for frozen Russian assets to be used for multi-billion loans to Ukraine.
Sweden and NATO Urge EU to Avoid Duplication in Defense Efforts
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Sweden and NATO Urge EU to Avoid Duplication in Defense Efforts

EU and Nato must avoid duplication of work on drones and air defense, urge Sweden and other Nato countries.
EU Seeks Public Input on Public Service Rules
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EU Seeks Public Input on Public Service Rules

The EU Commission wants to have opinions on its public service rules.
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