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15 Dead in Lisbon Funicular Crash; National Mourning Declared

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15 Dead in Lisbon Funicular Crash; National Mourning Declared

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At least 15 people have been killed since a well-known cable car derailed in Portugal's capital Lisbon. National mourning has been declared

Zelenskyj and Trump to Discuss Ukraine-Russia Tensions Tomorrow

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Zelenskyj and Trump to Discuss Ukraine-Russia Tensions Tomorrow

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Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyj and the US's ditto Donald Trump will talk on the phone after the summit in Paris on Thursday.

Macron Plans Paris Summit on Ukraine Diplomacy

Macron Plans Paris Summit on Ukraine Diplomacy

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Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyj is expected to participate when his French colleague Emmanuel Macron and Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrange a summit on diplomatic solutions to the war in Ukraine.

Skellefteå Council Urges State Action on Northvolt Factory Shutdown

Skellefteå Council Urges State Action on Northvolt Factory Shutdown

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The municipality of Skellefteå state support when production at Northvolt's battery factory stops this summer. If 4,500 people are laid off, it is not the municipality's responsibility to take responsibility - it is the state's municipal councilor Lorents Burman

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

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The President of the USA, Donald Trump, no longer believes that Russia's President wants to end the Ukraine war. This is because Vladimir Putin thinks he is on his way to winning, writes The Wall Street Journal, referring to a conversation between Trump and European leaders

Von der Leyen and Vance Discuss EU-US Relations in Rome Meeting

Von der Leyen and Vance Discuss EU-US Relations in Rome Meeting

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The USA's Vice President J. D

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

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The pressure must increase on the President of Russia – who has made "a great mistake" and "does not want peace". World leaders are pouring criticism over Vladimir Putin for skipping a high-level peace meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart in Turkey

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

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War-torn Ukraine risks getting hit by a customs blow from the EU in a few weeks. The trade agreement signed with the country after the Russian attack in 2022 expires on June 5 – and Poland is slowing down the introduction of a new agreement

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

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The EU Commission's Chair Ursula von der Leyen receives heavy criticism for lack of transparency. The Commission is convicted by its own court for not having disclosed SMS messages from the coronavirus crisis

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

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A quick agreement on tariffs and trade between the Trump administration and the EU may be difficult to achieve, according to US Finance Minister Scott Bessent. I believe that the US and Europe will become a bit slower, he says about how the negotiations have gone so far

Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Ukraine and its allies want Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days from Monday. If Moscow does not comply with the demand, stricter sanctions against Russia and more support to Ukraine are awaited

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

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World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

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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

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

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EU Parliament to Honor Supporters of European Values with New Award

EU Parliament to Honor Supporters of European Values with New Award

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EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

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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

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

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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

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

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

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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

EU Officials Use Disposable Phones for US Trips Over Spy Concerns

EU Officials Use Disposable Phones for US Trips Over Spy Concerns

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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.

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

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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

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

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EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

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EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

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

Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

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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.