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Skellefteå Council Urges State Action on Northvolt Factory Shutdown

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.

Skellefteå Council Urges State Action on Northvolt Factory Shutdown

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

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.

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

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

The USA's Vice President J. D.

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

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

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.

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

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 Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

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.

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

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.

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

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

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.

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

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen has had difficulty getting a meeting with the US President Donald Trump after his inauguration. But now it may be approaching.

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

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