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Zelensky Claims Putin Feared Traveling to Turkey

Russia's president Vladimir Putin was afraid to travel to Turkey, believes Ukrainian colleague Volodymyr Zelenskyj. Europe coordinates the next step with the USA's president Donald Trump – with clear frustration.
Zelensky Claims Putin Feared Traveling to Turkey

Gaza's European Hospital Closes After Israeli Attack

The important European hospital in Khan Yunis in southern Gaza has been forced to close after an Israeli attack, confirms Doctors Without Borders (MSF). .
Gaza's European Hospital Closes After Israeli Attack

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 Accuses TikTok of Violating Digital Services Act Rules

The EU is accusing Tiktok, owned by China, of violating the rules of the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) by not being transparent enough regarding advertising. The Commission writes in a press release that on Thursday, Tiktok was informed of the EU's stance that the platform does not provide sufficient information about the content of ads, which users are the target group and who pays for the ad.
EU Accuses TikTok of Violating Digital Services Act Rules

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

The USA has started signaling interest in a customs agreement with the EU. But according to Sweden's Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M), the risk is great that they won't make it in time - when President Donald Trump's 90-day tariff pause expires.
Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

The Government will at a ministerial meeting in Brussels take the initiative to start negotiations on a trade agreement with Australia again. We want new trade routes for our companies, it is extra important now, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).
Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

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

EU Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with New Sanctions Package

More boats in the Russian "shadow fleet" are being punished as EU countries have now agreed on their 17th package following Russia's large-scale invasion of Ukraine. "We're keeping the pressure up," claims Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
EU Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with New Sanctions Package

Socialist Party Wins Albanian Election with EU Membership Promise

The Socialist Party with Prime Minister Edi Rama wins the election in Albania clearly. It is clear after 97 percent of the votes have been counted.
Socialist Party Wins Albanian Election with EU Membership Promise

Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj announces that he will meet Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. He then hopes to meet Russia's leader Vladimir Putin.
Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

Sweden Urges EU to Maintain Sanctions as Putin Faces Time Pressure

Persevere with the sanctions against Russia, Sweden urges ahead of the rest of the EU. Putin does not have time on his side, the Finance Minister asserts in Brussels.
Sweden Urges EU to Maintain Sanctions as Putin Faces Time Pressure

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

Kristersson: Trump May Encourage Putin to Attend Turkey Talks

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is open to joining the proposed meeting between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey. This is what Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) believes can lure Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table.
Kristersson: Trump May Encourage Putin to Attend Turkey Talks

Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

Much is unclear after the weekend's developments about an impending top-level meeting between Ukraine and Russia. In London, a number of European ministers are gathering today for "critical" talks about "pushing back against Russian aggression".
Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

Albania Election: EU Membership and Corruption Take Center Stage

With a promise of EU membership within five years, Prime Minister Edi Rama is aiming for a fourth term in Albania. In Sunday's parliamentary vote, he is being challenged by arch-rival Sali Berisha, accused of corruption and recently released from house arrest.
Albania Election: EU Membership and Corruption Take Center Stage

France Funds Ukraine Howitzers with Frozen Russian Assets

France will use the yield from frozen Russian assets to maintain cannons already donated to Ukraine. The money will go to the maintenance of about 60 Caesar howitzers, explains Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot according to the news agency AFP.
France Funds Ukraine Howitzers with Frozen Russian Assets

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

Waived sustainability requirements in the EU are desired by Germany's new Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz on a visit to Brussels. A more active Germany is promised in the EU.
Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

EU Leaders Push for War Crimes Tribunal Amid Russia's Parade

When Russia's leader holds a military parade on Red Square, the EU countries gather to bring them to justice. There will be no impunity, promises Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas.
EU Leaders Push for War Crimes Tribunal Amid Russia's Parade

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

As a response to the various tariffs imposed by the USA in the ongoing trade war, the EU has today presented a 218-page long list of goods that may be affected by countermeasures. The list is both a carrot and a stick, according to Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).
EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

EU Approves Extended Deadline for Emission-Free Cars Despite Swedish Opposition

Sweden voted no when EU countries gave the green light on Wednesday to give Europe's car manufacturers more time to meet the requirements for the number of emission-free cars on the market. When the EU Parliament voted on the L of the government parties voted as the government on Thursday.
EU Approves Extended Deadline for Emission-Free Cars Despite Swedish Opposition

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

Multi-billion import from USA may be affected when EU prepares for next response, if trade war continues. On the new list, there are everything from horses to pulp and novelty items.
EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

EU Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status

The European Parliament approves that the wolf in Europe is classified as only "protected", instead of "strictly protected". The change follows that the EU Commission got the EU member states and the European Council on board for the downgrading last autumn, since the wolf population in Europe has grown in recent years.
EU Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status

Sweden and Turkey Hold Talks on Journalist Joakim Medin's Detention

New allegations about imprisoned journalist Joakim Medin have been made in talks between Sweden's and Turkey's foreign ministers. We have a good dialogue, says Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party).
Sweden and Turkey Hold Talks on Journalist Joakim Medin's Detention

Tobias Thyberg Appointed as Sweden's New National Security Adviser

The Government has appointed a successor to Henrik Landerholm as national security adviser. It will be Ambassador Tobias Thyberg.
Tobias Thyberg Appointed as Sweden's New National Security Adviser
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