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EU Sues Sweden Over Delays in Renewable Energy Permit Rules
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EU Sues Sweden Over Delays in Renewable Energy Permit Rules

The EU Commission is taking Sweden to court for not fully implementing new rules on simpler and faster permits for renewable energy.
EU: LGBTQI Discrimination Costs Nearly One Billion Kronor Annually
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EU: LGBTQI Discrimination Costs Nearly One Billion Kronor Annually

Discrimination due to sexual orientation costs EU countries almost a billion kronor, 89 million euro annually.
Germany's Crucial Meeting Could Decide Fate of EU Petrol Car Ban
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Germany's Crucial Meeting Could Decide Fate of EU Petrol Car Ban

Germany is taking the lead as demands increase to scrap the EU ban on new petrol cars from 2035. Sweden is so far holding out in the heated debate, where jobs, growth and geopolitics are pitted against the environment
EU Proposes Doubling Steel Tariffs to 50 Percent
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EU Proposes Doubling Steel Tariffs to 50 Percent

The EU Commission wants to double the import duties on steel to 50 percent and at the same time halve the duty-free quota. Europe must stop being naive, says Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné
Lana's Journey: From Gaza Tragedy to Rehabilitation Dreams
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Lana's Journey: From Gaza Tragedy to Rehabilitation Dreams

Lana sought refuge at a school in Gaza when she was hit by Israeli shelling. When she received medical care after 22 days, worms crawled out of her injured leg and the doctor informed her of amputation
EU Leaders Address Hybrid War Concerns Amid Russia's Tactics
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EU Leaders Address Hybrid War Concerns Amid Russia's Tactics

EU leaders met in Copenhagen to discuss how Europe can arm itself faster. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warns that Russia is waging a hybrid war against Europe
Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's Drug Kisunla Approved for EU Market
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Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's Drug Kisunla Approved for EU Market

Another medication that has a certain slowing effect on the development of Alzheimer's disease may begin to be sold on the European market. This after the EU Commission has approved Eli Lilly's Kisunla
EU Investigates Vaccine Sector for Antitrust Violations
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EU Investigates Vaccine Sector for Antitrust Violations

EU Proposes Savings and Investment Strategy Inspired by Sweden
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EU Proposes Savings and Investment Strategy Inspired by Sweden

Sweden is seen as a model when the EU Commission urges savings and investment accounts to get more money for growth in Europe.
EU and NATO Propose Drone Wall to Counter Airspace Violations
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EU and NATO Propose Drone Wall to Counter Airspace Violations

The European Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen promises billions to drones in Ukraine – and sharp proposals for developing a "drone wall".
EU Leaders Hold Crisis Meeting on Baltic Sea Fish Stocks in Stockholm
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EU Leaders Hold Crisis Meeting on Baltic Sea Fish Stocks in Stockholm

Not even a total fishing stop may be enough to save the stocks in the Baltic Sea, warns a new alarm report. Now EU leaders and ministers are gathering for a broad crisis meeting in Stockholm
Climate Change Threatens Europe's Economic Prosperity and Security
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Climate Change Threatens Europe's Economic Prosperity and Security

Europe's nature is being pressed hard by exploitation and loss of biological diversity. At the same time, Europe is the continent that is warming up the fastest, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA)
Trump's New Tariffs on Medicines and Trucks Raise Uncertainty
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Trump's New Tariffs on Medicines and Trucks Raise Uncertainty

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, announces several new tariffs that come into force as early as Wednesday. Medicines, trucks and sofas are some categories that are affected – but much is still unclear
EU Stands Firm on Data Law Despite Apple's Criticism
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EU Stands Firm on Data Law Despite Apple's Criticism

EU and USA Resume Talks on Steel and Aluminium Tariffs
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EU and USA Resume Talks on Steel and Aluminium Tariffs

The EU's trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic will meet the US trade representative Jamieson Greer this week to try to resume the interrupted negotiations on reduced tariffs on exports of steel and aluminium.
EU Considers Cormorant Protection Status Amid Pressure from Sweden
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EU Considers Cormorant Protection Status Amid Pressure from Sweden

The EU Commission is clearly hesitant to change the protection status of the great cormorant, despite pressure from Sweden and other countries.
Doctors Criticize Sweden's Decision on Colon Cancer Screening Age
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Doctors Criticize Sweden's Decision on Colon Cancer Screening Age

The National Board of Health and Welfare does not want to lower the age for screening tests for colon cancer, despite it being recommended by the EU. The proposal is now being criticized
EU Plans to Ban Russian LNG in New Sanctions Package
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EU Plans to Ban Russian LNG in New Sanctions Package

The EU Commission wants to stop Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in its 19th sanctions package against Russia. It's time to turn off the tap, says Chairman Ursula von der Leyen
Dairy Cows Retain Grazing Rights; Farmers to Receive Compensation
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Dairy Cows Retain Grazing Rights; Farmers to Receive Compensation

The right for dairy cows to graze outdoors will remain, says Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren (KD). Instead, dairy farmers will receive an annual compensation of 1,000 kronor per cow
Sweden Faces Major Challenges in Meeting EU Climate Targets by 2030
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Sweden Faces Major Challenges in Meeting EU Climate Targets by 2030

The government has counted on being able to meet the EU's climate targets by 2030. But now it is clear that the targets seem to be missed so that it is thundering about it
EU Climate Goals Stalled as Member States Disagree on Targets
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EU Climate Goals Stalled as Member States Disagree on Targets

Disagreement in the EU means that established climate goals are replaced with a declaration of intent for the time being. A great disappointment, says Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (The Liberals)
EU Eases Proposed Cider Juice Content Regulations
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EU Eases Proposed Cider Juice Content Regulations

The EU Commission is reported to be backing down from plans for genuine cider to have to contain at least 50 percent fruit juice.
EU Proposes Sanctions on Israel's Ministers and Trade Over Gaza
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EU Proposes Sanctions on Israel's Ministers and Trade Over Gaza

Stopped ministers and settlers as well as increased tariffs for billions are included when the EU Commission wants to sharpen the tone against Israel's actions in Gaza. But almost everything can be rejected by unwilling EU countries – and Israel is warning of countermeasures
EU Delays Climate Goals Submission Amid Member Disagreements
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EU Delays Climate Goals Submission Amid Member Disagreements

EU misses the UN's deadline to submit its climate goal for 2035. The disagreement among member states also risks bursting a new goal for 2040
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