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US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister
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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
Kristersson: Trump May Encourage Putin to Attend Turkey Talks
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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
Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?
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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"
Albania Election: EU Membership and Corruption Take Center Stage
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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
France Funds Ukraine Howitzers with Frozen Russian Assets
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France Funds Ukraine Howitzers with Frozen Russian Assets

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements
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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
EU Leaders Push for War Crimes Tribunal Amid Russia's Parade
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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's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs
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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 Approves Extended Deadline for Emission-Free Cars Despite Swedish Opposition
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EU Approves Extended Deadline for Emission-Free Cars Despite Swedish Opposition

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls
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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 Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status
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EU Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status

Sweden and Turkey Hold Talks on Journalist Joakim Medin's Detention
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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)
Tobias Thyberg Appointed as Sweden's New National Security Adviser
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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
Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe
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Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe

Sweden is supporting Radio Free Europe, threatened with closure, with 20 million kronor. We are showing the way and hope that more will follow, says Minister for Development Cooperation and Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) to TT
Zelensky Criticizes Russian Victory Day Parade as Cynical
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Zelensky Criticizes Russian Victory Day Parade as Cynical

World leaders arrive in Moscow to participate in the Russian so-called Victory Day in World War II. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj slams the celebration: It will be a parade of cynicism, there is no other way to describe it, he says
Benelux Pushes EU for Tougher Stance on Israel Over Gaza Crisis
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Benelux Pushes EU for Tougher Stance on Israel Over Gaza Crisis

The Benelux countries are pushing for tougher EU measures against Israel due to the development in Gaza. What we are seeing is an absolute shame, fumes Belgium's Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot
EU Eases Vehicle Emissions Rules Despite Swedish Opposition
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EU Eases Vehicle Emissions Rules Despite Swedish Opposition

Poland Criticizes Putin's WWII Victory Claims as Scandalous
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Poland Criticizes Putin's WWII Victory Claims as Scandalous

Russia's way of taking credit for the victory in World War II is "scandalous", Poland believes. Go to Ukraine instead, the EU urges
Drone Threat Prompts Flight Cancellations Ahead of Putin's Parade
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Drone Threat Prompts Flight Cancellations Ahead of Putin's Parade

Several world leaders have arrived in Russia to participate in a military parade, but hundreds of flights have been cancelled due to drone threats. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj says that the aggressor Russia's sky is also a battleground
EU Sues Sweden Over Tax and Maritime Control Issues
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EU Sues Sweden Over Tax and Maritime Control Issues

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace
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EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland
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Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland

The start was about to end in fiasco for the new Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz. Now there is a chance for revenge in immediate top-level meetings with France and Poland
Iceland's President Highlights Strategic Importance in Global Affairs
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Iceland's President Highlights Strategic Importance in Global Affairs

The security cooperation between strategically important Iceland and Sweden was one of the main topics during President Halla Tómasdóttir's state visit. She emphasized the importance of good contacts with the USA, whose military presence is significant in Iceland, regardless of who leads the country
UK and India Sign Major Post-Brexit Trade Agreement
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UK and India Sign Major Post-Brexit Trade Agreement

The United Kingdom and India have entered into a trade agreement, announces the British government. It is the Britons' largest agreement since leaving the EU
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