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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.

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

Spain Power Restored After Outage Not Caused by Cyberattack

The extensive power outage in Spain was not caused by a cyberattack, according to the operator Red Eléctrica. The same message comes from Portugal.

Spain Power Restored After Outage Not Caused by Cyberattack

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried.

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Albania Aims for EU Membership by 2027, Says Prime Minister

Already in two years, Albania hopes to be able to fulfill the requirements to become a member of the EU. .

Albania Aims for EU Membership by 2027, Says Prime Minister

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

Keith Kellogg, the US special envoy to Ukraine, joins the chorus of condemnations of Russia's attack on Ukrainian Sumy, where over 30 people were killed. The attack "crosses all boundaries of decency", he writes on X.

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

Right in the middle of the trade war between the USA and China, the EU and China are preparing to hold a summit – albeit not until the summer. "We are coordinating with China to set a date for the meeting, which is expected to take place in China during the second half of July," says a spokesperson for EU Council President António Costa in a statement.

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

The EU and the five Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, have agreed on a historic cooperation agreement that involves billion investments from the EU's side. This concerns investments in the transport sector, renewable energy, and digital connectivity, as well as the extraction of rare raw materials, according to a press release.

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

The United Kingdom may need to make concessions on fishing to become part of the EU's large military buildup. .

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent. .

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

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.

Trump's fight against the EU: "Will destroy"

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.

The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine.

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has invited around 20 European leaders to a top-level meeting on Ukraine on Sunday. Among the participants are Sweden, as well as major powers such as France, Germany, and Turkey.

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited

Zelensky invited to top meeting

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj will once again be present when the EU countries' heads of state and government hold a summit. Council President António Costa has invited Zelenskyj to the meeting in Brussels next week "to discuss the latest developments with us", writes Costa in his invitation to the EU leaders.

Zelensky invited to top meeting

Macron report at extraordinary EU meeting

The EU countries' heads of state and government have now been briefed digitally by France's President Emmanuel Macron about his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. However, no further details are being made public – at least not yet.

Macron report at extraordinary EU meeting

Extra Top Meeting After Macron's US Trip

An extra EU summit has been called for March 6. But already tomorrow, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) and his colleagues will meet each other – albeit only digitally.

Extra Top Meeting After Macron's US Trip

Zelensky ready to step down for peace in Ukraine

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is ready to resign in exchange for peace and Ukrainian membership in Nato. He also wants to meet President Trump before the US President meets the Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

Zelensky ready to step down for peace in Ukraine

Rutte met Kellogg – EU leaders to Kyiv

Nato's Secretary General Mark Rutte has met with President Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg in Brussels. "We have a lot to do", notes the Nato chief.

Rutte met Kellogg – EU leaders to Kyiv

EU leaders: No peace without Ukraine

Both Ukraine and the EU must be included in the negotiations for an end to Russia's war in Ukraine. This is now publicly stated by the EU countries' highest chief, Council President António Costa.

EU leaders: No peace without Ukraine

Global protest against Trump's sanctions

The International Criminal Court (ICC) condemns the USA's decision to impose sanctions on the court and promises to continue providing "justice and hope" around the world. The sanctions are condemned by 79 of ICC's member countries, including Sweden.

Global protest against Trump's sanctions

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

We must do more. This is stated by both the EU and Nato in the pursuit of ways to handle the defense of Europe after Donald Trump's return as president in the USA.

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

EU: We Support Denmark

The EU stands united behind Denmark, promises Council President António Costa after the member states' summit in Brussels. .

EU: We Support Denmark

After the Ceasefire: EU Billion to Gaza

The EU Commission is promising 120 million euros – approximately 1. 4 billion Swedish kronor – in immediate support to Gaza following the agreement on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

After the Ceasefire: EU Billion to Gaza

Castle Summit for EU in February

The castle in Limont, just west of Liège, will be the venue where the EU countries' heads of state and government will attempt to unite on future defense cooperation in February. At the summit on February 3, Council President António Costa wants to know if the countries agree to spend more and jointly on defense and what type of capabilities should be developed.

Castle Summit for EU in February