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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 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

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent. .

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On

It is expected broad support for the EU Commission's plan to inject equivalent to nearly 9 billion Swedish kronor (800 billion euro) into defense at Thursday's EU summit. But there are points where it can get hot.

The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On

Zelensky ready to step down for peace in Ukraine

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is ready to resign in exchange for peace and Ukrainian membership in Nato. He also wants to meet President Trump before the US President meets the Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

Zelensky ready to step down for peace in Ukraine

Global protest against Trump's sanctions

The International Criminal Court (ICC) condemns the USA's decision to impose sanctions on the court and promises to continue providing "justice and hope" around the world. The sanctions are condemned by 79 of ICC's member countries, including Sweden.

Global protest against Trump's sanctions

Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

The EU meets Ukraine – and emphasizes the need for more weapons and more support. But for President Volodymyr Zelenskyj, European support is not enough.

Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj

A number of European leaders and NATO chief Mark Rutte are planning an extraordinary meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj on Wednesday, according to the news site Politico. .

NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj

Kallas and Costa - EU's New Stars

An Estonian foreign minister and a Portuguese top meeting general will be two of the EU's foremost faces outward until 2029. Kaja Kallas and António Costa kick off the new mandate period with a trip to Ukraine, and are two of the EU's new poster names to keep an eye on.

Kallas and Costa - EU's New Stars

Guarantees required before talks on ceasefire

The EU's new top diplomat Kaja Kallas does not rule out EU forces on Ukrainian soil to protect a potential future ceasefire. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj says the country must receive security guarantees before talks can be initiated with Russia.

Guarantees required before talks on ceasefire

Forssell: Time for EU Proposals on Deportations

The Government wants to see a concrete EU proposal for "return hubs" for those deported from the EU. We need common answers, says Migration Minister Johan Forssell (The Moderate Party).

Forssell: Time for EU Proposals on Deportations

Multiple arrests since mayors were fired in Turkey

The political struggle intensifies over power in the southeastern, Kurdish-dominated, part of Turkey. About 30 regime-critical demonstrators have been prosecuted after protests against the dismissal of three Kurdish mayors by the government in Ankara.

Multiple arrests since mayors were fired in Turkey

Concern in the EU: "Have Fallen Behind"

The election of Donald Trump makes it even more urgent for the EU to address its competitiveness, urges former ECB chief Mario Draghi at a top meeting in Budapest. Swedish innovation and capital market are presented as good examples.

Concern in the EU: "Have Fallen Behind"

New winds on migration – this is what's happening now

The wish list is clear for tougher measures on asylum and migration in the EU. The far-right is rejoicing over "new winds in Europe".

New winds on migration – this is what's happening now

Pressure to take tougher action against migrants increases in EU

EU leaders want to see new measures to be able to deport migrants who have been denied asylum. Among other things, they will reconsider whether asylum centers can be established outside the EU's borders.

Pressure to take tougher action against migrants increases in EU

Kristersson wants to label the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization

Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) wants Iran's Revolutionary Guard to be labeled as a terrorist organization by the EU, reports Expressen. This is a really dangerous cocktail, which we must do something about, and I believe the time is now, says the Prime Minister.

Kristersson wants to label the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization

China wants to continue negotiating car tariffs

China's Ministry of Commerce states that it wants to continue negotiating with the EU on tariffs on Chinese electric cars of up to 35 percent, which were introduced last week. So far, no agreement is in place, according to the ministry, which urges the EU to send a technical delegation to China to take the negotiations further.

China wants to continue negotiating car tariffs

Malmer Stenergard on Iran's attack: "Great concern"

Iran's extensive robot attacks on Israel are a significant escalation that gives reason for "great concern". This is the opinion of Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party), a view she shares with colleagues in Europe.

Malmer Stenergard on Iran's attack: "Great concern"