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Israeli Ambassador Responds to Criticism Over Gaza Conflict

In late May, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs summoned the Israeli ambassador due to the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. Has Israel taken the criticism to heart? We hear the criticism from Sweden, and we hear the criticism from the EU, but when Israel is fighting for its survival against radical forces that want to annihilate us, we expect our friends to understand our situation, says Ambassador Ziv Nevo Kulman to TT.

Israeli Ambassador Responds to Criticism Over Gaza Conflict

Record Crowd Defies Hungary's Pride Ban in Budapest Parade

A record number – up to 200,000, according to the organizer – defied the Hungarian government's ban and marched in Saturday's pride parade in Budapest. We have every right to be here, says Orsi, one of the pride participants.

Record Crowd Defies Hungary's Pride Ban in Budapest Parade

US Proposes New Tariff Bid as EU Seeks Extended Negotiation Pause

USA has come up with a new bid on tariffs to the EU Commission. The EU leaders have not yet agreed on any response – some want to see a quick settlement while others want to see all tariffs removed.

US Proposes New Tariff Bid as EU Seeks Extended Negotiation Pause

EU Grants Protected Status to Swedish Coffee Cheese

The specialty coffee cheese has been approved in the EU's register of products with protected designation of origin. "Traditionally cut into small pieces and placed in hot coffee, it is enjoyed warm, where its soft texture and delicate flavor are enhanced", it says, among other things, in a press release from the EU Commission.

EU Grants Protected Status to Swedish Coffee Cheese

EU Evaluates New US Tariff Negotiation Proposal

The EU has received a new negotiating bid from the USA on tariffs. We are evaluating it right now, says the European Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Evaluates New US Tariff Negotiation Proposal

EU Leaders Extend Russian Sanctions for Six Months

EU leaders have given the green light to extend the sanctions they have already imposed on Russia for a further six months. .

EU Leaders Extend Russian Sanctions for Six Months

26 New Invasive Species Added to EU Warning List

26 new species are included on the EU's list of invasive species. Several of them are already found in Swedish homes and gardens.

26 New Invasive Species Added to EU Warning List

Far-Right Pushes for No Confidence Vote Against von der Leyen

Romanian far-right member Gheorghe Piperea hopes to get the European Parliament to dismiss the European Commission and its President Ursula von der Leyen. .

Far-Right Pushes for No Confidence Vote Against von der Leyen

Spain Calls for Immediate Pause in EU-Israel Trade Agreement

We must take a stand against Israel, urge several EU leaders at the countries' summit in Brussels. Spain wants an "immediate" pause for the trade agreement.

Spain Calls for Immediate Pause in EU-Israel Trade Agreement

EU Plans Tariffs on US Goods if Trump Maintains 10% Tariff

EU is planning for tariffs on goods imported from the USA, including Boeing aircraft, if President Donald Trump does not back down from his 10-percent tariff on everything from the EU. .

EU Plans Tariffs on US Goods if Trump Maintains 10% Tariff

EU Grants 19.2 Million Kronor to Scandinavian Dance Project

A Scandinavian dance project, DOKS, receives the equivalent of 19. 2 million kronor from the EU.

EU Grants 19.2 Million Kronor to Scandinavian Dance Project

Europe Awaits Trump's Arrival Amid NATO Summit and Ceasefire News

Europe's NATO countries are holding both thumbs and breath as the US President Donald Trump flies in for a top meeting in The Hague – hours after the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. A short meeting is to minimize the risk of controversy.

Europe Awaits Trump's Arrival Amid NATO Summit and Ceasefire News

EU Reviews Israel Trade Agreement Amid Gaza Human Rights Concerns

Israel has breached the EU's trade agreement through its actions in Gaza, says the EU's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas. But what the consequences will be remains unclear.

EU Reviews Israel Trade Agreement Amid Gaza Human Rights Concerns

EU Urges US and Iran to De-escalate and Resume Talks

No one benefits from an extended war, the EU urges about the situation between the USA and Iran. –Take a step back and return to the negotiations, says Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas.

EU Urges US and Iran to De-escalate and Resume Talks

Tichanovskaja: EU Peace Hinges on a Free Belarus

Belarus has a more than 100 miles long border with Ukraine, and the one with Russia is even longer. The location gives the country a unique position in the regional security puzzle.

Tichanovskaja: EU Peace Hinges on a Free Belarus

EU Calls for De-escalation Amid US-Iran Tensions; China Condemns

The EU's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas urges all parties to de-escalate after the US attack on nuclear facilities in Iran. But she emphasizes that Iran "cannot be allowed to develop nuclear weapons".

EU Calls for De-escalation Amid US-Iran Tensions; China Condemns

Belarus Must Balance Relations with Russia and the West, Expert Says

What has made Belarus dictator Aleksandr Lukasjenko release, among others, opposition politician Sergej Tichanovskij from prison is difficult to say. But it may have to do with his historically poor relationship with the West, according to Belarus expert Sofie Bedford.

Belarus Must Balance Relations with Russia and the West, Expert Says

EU Review Suggests Israel Violated Cooperation Agreement

A review that the EU has had done suggests that Israel's actions in Gaza violate the country's cooperation agreement with the union. This is revealed in a document drawn up by the EU's diplomatic service and which the news agency AFP has taken part of.

EU Review Suggests Israel Violated Cooperation Agreement

EU Equal Treatment Directive Faces Potential Repeal Amidst Member Disagreement

Sweden is against when the EU Commission, after almost 20 years of disagreement among the member states, wants to scrap its proposal for measures against discrimination. – I will speak clearly for the retention of the equal treatment directive and urge all member states to join the large majority that wants to adopt the directive, says Minister for Gender Equality Nina Larsson (The Liberals) at an EU meeting in Luxembourg on Thursday where the issue is being discussed.

EU Equal Treatment Directive Faces Potential Repeal Amidst Member Disagreement

Denmark Prioritizes Defense and Economy in EU Presidency Transition

A safe Europe and a competitive and green Europe. These will be Denmark's guiding stars when the country takes over as the presidency of the EU Council of Ministers from 1 July.

Denmark Prioritizes Defense and Economy in EU Presidency Transition

European Parliament Urges Iran to Release Ahmadreza Djalali

The European Parliament demands with a large majority that Iran immediately releases the imprisoned Swedish-Iranian researcher Ahmadreza Djalali. The resolution, which was voted through with 486 votes against 8, is indeed non-binding, but aims to put further pressure on Iran.

European Parliament Urges Iran to Release Ahmadreza Djalali

EU Greenwashing Proposal Faces Rejection After EPP Withdraws Support

The EU Commission's proposal on "greenwashing" risks being laid down after two years of negotiations, after withdrawn support from the conservative party group EPP. .

EU Greenwashing Proposal Faces Rejection After EPP Withdraws Support

Sweden's Emissions Rise Sends Negative Signal Ahead of COP30

Sweden's increased emissions are worrying and a very negative political signal to the outside world, according to climate expert Björn-Ola Linnér. Although it was expected, it is remarkable, he says.

Sweden's Emissions Rise Sends Negative Signal Ahead of COP30

EU Parliament Engages in Intense Debate Over Gaza Situation

Emotions are running high when the EU Parliament debates the situation in Gaza – with the word genocide established in the title. – Enough is enough, also says Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas.

EU Parliament Engages in Intense Debate Over Gaza Situation