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World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World leaders are sensing future confidence and optimism in the election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope "inspires the world through his commitment to peace and dialogue", writes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

It would be a mistake "of historic dimensions" to start importing energy from Russia again, believes the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. > Our energy prices must not be dictated by a hostile neighbor, she says in a speech in the EU Parliament since the Commission on Tuesday presented its strategy to completely phase out all Russian gas imports by 2027.
EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

EU Parliament to Honor Supporters of European Values with New Award

Do you support EU cooperation and European values? Then you can look forward to an award from the EU Parliament. "This order honors those who lead with courage, act with determination, and believe .
EU Parliament to Honor Supporters of European Values with New Award

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

Choose Europe! researchers all over the world are urged after President Donald Trump's harsh tone towards universities in the USA. New EU billions are also being promised to research that is to be open and free, according to the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

At least 26 people were killed in the Indian part of Kashmir when armed men opened fire on a group of tourists on Tuesday, according to Indian police. The incident is condemned by world leaders.
26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

The Catholic world is in mourning after Pope Francis' passing – but there is no time for rest. The funeral will be held on Saturday at St.
Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

EU Officials Use Disposable Phones for US Trips Over Spy Concerns

The EU Commission's staff are given temporary cash cards and simple computers before trips to the USA, due to concerns about espionage, reports Financial Times. .
EU Officials Use Disposable Phones for US Trips Over Spy Concerns

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

Keith Kellogg, the US special envoy to Ukraine, joins the chorus of condemnations of Russia's attack on Ukrainian Sumy, where over 30 people were killed. The attack "crosses all boundaries of decency", he writes on X.
US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

Right in the middle of the trade war between the USA and China, the EU and China are preparing to hold a summit – albeit not until the summer. "We are coordinating with China to set a date for the meeting, which is expected to take place in China during the second half of July," says a spokesperson for EU Council President António Costa in a statement.
China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

The EU is prepared to tax the American tech giants' advertising revenues if the tariff negotiations with President Donald Trump fail, says EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in an interview with [Financial Times](https://www. ft.
EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

In the wake of Donald Trump's tariffs, the EU and China have plans for closer economic cooperation. .
EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

The European pharmaceutical industry is warning the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen that the Trump administration's tariffs could be the starting shot for a wave of relocation of production, research, and development from the EU to the USA. .
Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

Thousands of goods are hit with tariffs in the EU's first counterstrike in the trade war with the USA. Step two is already being prepared – at the same time as frustration is growing over the difficulty of getting real negotiations started.
EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

Trump Dismisses EU's Zero Tariff Offer, Cites Unfair Trade Practices

The EU's proposal from February on zero tariffs on American industrial goods, including cars, is rejected by the US President Donald Trump. The European Union has behaved very, very badly towards us, he says.
Trump Dismisses EU's Zero Tariff Offer, Cites Unfair Trade Practices

EU Proposes Tariffs on US Sausage and Diamonds

The EU Commission proposes 25-percent tariffs on a large number of American goods, but not to the value previously announced. This according to a document that the news agency Reuters has taken part of.
EU Proposes Tariffs on US Sausage and Diamonds

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

The EU and the five Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, have agreed on a historic cooperation agreement that involves billion investments from the EU's side. This concerns investments in the transport sector, renewable energy, and digital connectivity, as well as the extraction of rare raw materials, according to a press release.
EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

The EU wants to negotiate with Donald Trump but is also ready to respond to the US's powerful import tariffs, announces the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. .
EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Donald Trump's tariffs imply a fundamental change for global trade that will weaken the West, warns the US's allies. Even from China, harsh criticism is coming.
Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, warns the EU against cooperating with Canada and threatens to introduce even higher tariffs against the countries if they try to harm the US economy. .
Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is introducing 25-percent tariffs on all vehicles manufactured outside the USA from April 2. The Chairman of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, "deeply regrets" the decision.
Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

EU Maintains Sanctions on Russia Until Full Military Withdrawal

The EU is not interested in easing any sanctions against Russia until the country stops waging war in Ukraine, says one of the EU Commission's spokespersons on foreign affairs. "Unconditional withdrawal of all Russian military forces from Ukraine's entire territory would be one of the main conditions for changing or easing the sanctions", says the spokesperson according to the news agency AFP.
EU Maintains Sanctions on Russia Until Full Military Withdrawal

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

The United Kingdom may need to make concessions on fishing to become part of the EU's large military buildup. .
Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

The EU base in Denmark: "Standing up" for Greenland

Europe will always stand up for independence and territorial integrity, promises EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a keynote speech in Denmark. .
The EU base in Denmark: "Standing up" for Greenland

Multi-billion support to the new Syria

Syria receives 5. 8 billion euros, equivalent to nearly 64 billion Swedish kronor, in support to help the war-torn country.
Multi-billion support to the new Syria
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