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Italy Opposes Gaza Evacuation as Unacceptable Alternative

Driving away Palestinians from the Gaza Strip is not and will never be an acceptable alternative, Italy's Foreign Minister emphasizes. From the EU Commission comes new criticism of Israel.

Italy Opposes Gaza Evacuation as Unacceptable Alternative

EU Plans Black Sea Maritime Security Center for Ceasefire Monitoring

The EU Commission wants to set up a maritime security center for the Black Sea and sees it as an embryo for monitoring a potential peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. –It will be the EU's first warning bell in the Black Sea, increases knowledge about the area and will help protect important infrastructure such as offshore installations and underwater cables, says Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas at a press conference in Brussels.

EU Plans Black Sea Maritime Security Center for Ceasefire Monitoring

US Stock Market Sees Broad Gains Amid EU Trade Talks

The prices on the New York stock exchange rose across the board after the announcement the day before that it wants to accelerate the customs talks with the EU to avoid a trade war. The broad S&P index rose 2.

US Stock Market Sees Broad Gains Amid EU Trade Talks

Track Global Warming with SMHI's New Climate Website

Wondering how warm it is on the planet right now? The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute provides the answer on a new knowledge website. .

Track Global Warming with SMHI's New Climate Website

EU Criticizes Israel's Actions in Gaza as Unacceptable

Even the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is now toughening her tone against Israel after the latest attacks on civilian targets in Gaza. .

EU Criticizes Israel's Actions in Gaza as Unacceptable

EU Investigates Porn Sites for Age Control Flaws

The EU Commission is launching a formal investigation into a number of large porn sites on the internet, following suspicions that they do not meet the requirements of the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA). .

EU Investigates Porn Sites for Age Control Flaws

Ukraine to Guide Sweden on Agriculture During Wartime

Ukraine is to teach Sweden how agriculture can function in war. At the same time, the country is worried about new-old EU tariffs that risk hitting the economy hard.

Ukraine to Guide Sweden on Agriculture During Wartime

EU Countries Urge Hungary to Change Course on LGBTQ Rights

Withdraw the decisions, demand 20 other EU countries of Hungary after the country's tougher stance against pride parades and LGBTQ activities. Very serious, says EU Minister Jessica Rosencrantz (The Moderate Party).

EU Countries Urge Hungary to Change Course on LGBTQ Rights

Russia Protects Sanctions-Evading Shadow Fleet in Baltic Sea

Russia is taking measures to protect the country's sanctions-evading so-called shadow fleet, announced via state-controlled media. The Russian navy is reported to have begun escorting the vessels through the Baltic Sea.

Russia Protects Sanctions-Evading Shadow Fleet in Baltic Sea

Sweden to Summon Israeli Ambassador Over Gaza Access Concerns

Israel's ambassador will be summoned to the Foreign Ministry, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to TT. We do not stand up for what the Israeli government is doing, by denying access to Gaza.

Sweden to Summon Israeli Ambassador Over Gaza Access Concerns

Trump's Tariff Strategy: Market Reacts to Latest Retraction

First, he threatens with powerful tariff increases. Then, he backs down.

Trump's Tariff Strategy: Market Reacts to Latest Retraction

Stockholm Stock Exchange Rises as Trump Extends EU Tariff Pause

The Stockholm stock exchange started the trading week stable upwards after Sunday evening's late message from Donald Trump that he is not shortening his tariff pause towards the EU. .

Stockholm Stock Exchange Rises as Trump Extends EU Tariff Pause

Dollar Drops After Trump's Tariff Announcement

New customs games from the USA's president Donald Trump are stirring up the world economy. Following Friday's announcement about shock-raised tariffs already in June, the value of the dollar fell to its lowest level since December 2023.

Dollar Drops After Trump's Tariff Announcement

Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

Europe has strong economic muscles and will give the USA a resolute answer to Donald Trump's new tariff threats, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa. If we don't get that they are actually ready to sit down for serious negotiations, then Europe will not back down.

Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

Trump Declines EU Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Dispute

USA's President Donald Trump says that he "does not seek a settlement" with the EU on tariffs. The EU's Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic writes on the other hand that the EU continues to seek an agreement with the US.

Trump Declines EU Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Dispute

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

EU President: We Are Witnessing Genocide in the Middle East

Slovenia's president Natasa Pirc Musar did not mince words about Israel's actions in the Middle East when she spoke in Brussels on Wednesday afternoon. > I think I'll speak honestly: We are witnessing a genocide – and we remain silent, said the Slovenian, who was later met with long standing applause from mainly the parliament's left- and center-wing members.

EU President: We Are Witnessing Genocide in the Middle East

EU Boosts Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and West Bank

The EU Commission is providing over half a billion kronor (50 million euro) in humanitarian aid to Gaza and the West Bank. "We are increasing our support to our partners to help address acute needs and alleviate the suffering of Palestinians.

EU Boosts Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and West Bank

EU Proposes New Category for Medium-Sized Companies to Simplify Rules

Tens of thousands of medium-sized companies in the EU will become more competitive with the help of their own rules. .

EU Proposes New Category for Medium-Sized Companies to Simplify Rules

EU Nations Approve Multi-Billion Defense Fund

The EU says yes to the first step in its new large defense plans when the multi-billion fund Safe now gets the green light. 1,600 billion kronor will be able to be lent out to joint defense procurements.

EU Nations Approve Multi-Billion Defense Fund

EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe

The EU is doing as Sweden and is supporting the threatened closure of Radio Free Europe. > We are preparing a contract of 5.

EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe

EU to Review Israel Agreement Over Gaza Actions

The EU Commission is to examine whether Israel's actions in Gaza breach the terms of the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. But there is as yet no agreement on sanctions against Israeli ministers or settlers.

EU to Review Israel Agreement Over Gaza Actions

EU Proposal Eases Return of Asylum Seekers to Safe Third Countries

The EU opens the door to "Rwanda models" in new rules on which countries can be considered safe to send asylum seekers to. The connection to the recipient country will no longer be necessary.

EU Proposal Eases Return of Asylum Seekers to Safe Third Countries

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank

The United Kingdom is pausing talks with Israel on a new free trade agreement and introducing sanctions against settlers in the West Bank. Several EU countries also want to toughen their tone towards Israel, among other things by reviewing cooperation agreements and introducing sanctions against ministers.

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank