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The National Team to Hungary – in the Midst of Europe's Great Crisis
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The National Team to Hungary – in the Midst of Europe's Great Crisis

Around Europe, political leaders agree on the importance of unity, rapid military buildup, and continued support to Ukraine. One country is opposed – Hungary
Tariffs on syrup and shampoo – this is how the EU can respond to the USA
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Tariffs on syrup and shampoo – this is how the EU can respond to the USA

Thousands of goods may be affected by tariffs if and when the EU adds more trade measures against the USA. The entire list is 99 pages long – with everything from negligees and shampoo to copper, molybdenum, and pulp
Canada responds to US tariffs: "We won't stand idly by"
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Canada responds to US tariffs: "We won't stand idly by"

The Trump administration's tariffs on steel and aluminium are "unjustified and unreasonable", according to Canada's finance minister. Canada is responding with additional tariffs on American goods worth over 200 billion kronor
EU to USA on trade war: "Need a partner"
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EU to USA on trade war: "Need a partner"

The EU responds quickly to the Trump administration's tariffs on steel and aluminum, but is also planning a second round of countermeasures. Meanwhile, the EU Commission is open to negotiations
Trump's Steel Tariffs Introduced - EU Responds
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Trump's Steel Tariffs Introduced - EU Responds

The USA's President Donald Trump's tariffs of 25 percent on steel and aluminium have now come into effect. The EU is responding with several countermeasures – including tariffs on spirits, boats, and motorcycles from the USA
Blockade against Serbian TV - students beaten by police
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Blockade against Serbian TV - students beaten by police

The atmosphere in Serbia is becoming increasingly infected. Hundreds of students are now blocking buildings that house state-owned TV channels
After the Supreme Commander's Meeting: This is How Europe Can Protect Ukraine
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After the Supreme Commander's Meeting: This is How Europe Can Protect Ukraine

Europe wants and can stand up for Ukraine if the war ends – but exactly how is still too early to say. But it can go fast, says Supreme Commander Michael Claesson after Tuesday's defense chiefs' meeting in Paris
Migrant camps outside the EU - so more can be deported
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Migrant camps outside the EU - so more can be deported

The EU Commission is opening up for "return hubs" where deported migrants are to be gathered in countries outside the EU. "A low point", says human rights organization Amnesty International
"Hold out" – Sweden's bid on defense loans
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"Hold out" – Sweden's bid on defense loans

Quick efforts are required to get Europe's major defense investments in place. But a warning about the debts, Sweden cautions
Strongest Support for the Euro in Sweden since 2009
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Strongest Support for the Euro in Sweden since 2009

More Swedes want the euro as currency, reports Sveriges Radio Ekot. The fact is that support for introducing the euro has not been stronger in 15 years, according to the latest SOM survey
Europe dependent on American clouds: "A risk"
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Europe dependent on American clouds: "A risk"

When the USA appears as an increasingly unreliable partner, Europe and Sweden stand with their heads in the clouds – the American clouds. The dependence on American IT services raises concerns about who has control and who gets to read your emails
Feud over the economy in Europe - "madness"
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Feud over the economy in Europe - "madness"

The crisis situation is heavy in Europe with war in Ukraine and strained relations to Donald Trump's USA. Then the next feud is already underway – with widely differing opinions on the right path to a stronger economy
Merz and SPD Agree - Initiate Negotiations
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Merz and SPD Agree - Initiate Negotiations

The German election winner Friedrich Merz has taken a clear step towards a new government. His Christian Democratic CDU and sister party CSU are, after sounding out, in agreement with the Social Democratic SPD to initiate government negotiations
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and sanctions
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Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and sanctions

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is threatening Russia with tariffs and extended sanctions since the country has carried out extensive attacks on Ukraine, Trump announces on Truth Social.
Trump's fight against the EU: "Will destroy"
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Trump's fight against the EU: "Will destroy"

The EU leadership is still waiting for a meeting with the US President Donald Trump. And they can wait for a long time – as Trump clearly dislikes the union
The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On
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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
EU's Bold Defense Plan: A New Era of Independence from the USA
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EU's Bold Defense Plan: A New Era of Independence from the USA

The EU is getting ready for a massive buildup to manage without the USA and Donald Trump. More is to be expected when old rules are adapted to reality
Zelenskyj Joins EU Summit: Major Defense Investment on Agenda
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Zelenskyj Joins EU Summit: Major Defense Investment on Agenda

EU Eyes Temporary Returns for Syrian Refugees Amid Policy Talks
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EU Eyes Temporary Returns for Syrian Refugees Amid Policy Talks

Can the regime's fall in Syria get more refugees to return home? Now, several EU countries are hoping for at least temporary home visits to investigate the situation.
Sweden Backs EU Plan to Boost Defense with Flexible Budget Rules
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Sweden Backs EU Plan to Boost Defense with Flexible Budget Rules

Sweden supports the EU Commission's plan to strengthen Europe's defense. It is a good proposal that has been presented, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party)
Stockholm Stock Exchange Sees Largest Drop in Nearly Two Years
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Stockholm Stock Exchange Sees Largest Drop in Nearly Two Years

The Stockholm stock exchange fell sharply after the US's planned punitive tariffs came into effect – the decline is the largest in almost two years. The decline was broad – even the defense conglomerate Saab retreated despite the announcement from the EU about astronomical defense investments
EU's New Economic Plan Sparks Fierce Debate Over Worker Rights
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EU's New Economic Plan Sparks Fierce Debate Over Worker Rights

The crisis situation is heavy in Europe with war in Ukraine and strained relations to Donald Trump's USA. Then the next feud is already underway – with vastly differing opinions on the right path to a stronger economy
Netanyahu Warns Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Unimaginable Consequences
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Netanyahu Warns Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Unimaginable Consequences

Israel plans to gradually increase the pressure to get Hamas in the Gaza Strip to accept an extension of the first phase of the ceasefire. In a speech, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatens with "consequences you can't even imagine" if the hostages are not released
Criticism of Israel after halt of emergency aid
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Criticism of Israel after halt of emergency aid

Israel's decision to block emergency aid to Gaza is strongly condemned from several quarters.
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