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EU Demands Peace Talks After Russian Attack on Kyiv EU Building

EU Demands Peace Talks After Russian Attack on Kyiv EU Building

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A building belonging to the EU's diplomatic representation in Kyiv has been damaged in a nightly Russian attack. In Brussels, the Russian envoy has been summoned

Merz Calls Meeting on Ukraine with Global Leaders

Merz Calls Meeting on Ukraine with Global Leaders

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Germany's Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for a meeting with the US President Donald Trump, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj, NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte and a number of European leaders, about the situation in Ukraine.

China-Russia Relations Key for EU Cooperation

China-Russia Relations Key for EU Cooperation

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Beijing and Brussels have agreed to lead the world in the fight against climate change at a time when the US, under Donald Trump, is withdrawing during a summit in Beijing. The "decisive factor" for the EU in the cooperation is now China's relationship with Russia

EU Leaders to Meet President Xi in China for Summit

EU Leaders to Meet President Xi in China for Summit

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Criticism Arises Over Proposed EU Budget Increase to 2 Trillion Euros

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Criticism Arises Over Proposed EU Budget Increase to 2 Trillion Euros

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Larger, smarter and sharper are the watchwords when the EU Commission proposes a considerably increased long-term budget of 2,000 billion euro. But the criticism is also immediate

EU and African Union Leaders to Convene in Angola This Autumn

EU and African Union Leaders to Convene in Angola This Autumn

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NATO Budget Deal May Boost EU-US Trade, Says EU Leader

NATO Budget Deal May Boost EU-US Trade, Says EU Leader

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The agreement with the USA on new budget targets in Nato can help Europe even in the trade war, hopes EU's Council President António Costa.

Denmark Takes EU Council Chair Amid Trade War and Climate Challenges

Denmark Takes EU Council Chair Amid Trade War and Climate Challenges

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Trade war, climate dispute and obstinate Hungarians await as Denmark now takes over as chairman of the EU's Council of Ministers. Good luck, says the predecessor Poland

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

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

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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 Poised to Criticize Israel Over Gaza Conflict

EU Poised to Criticize Israel Over Gaza Conflict

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The EU will likely rebuke Israel for its waging of war in the Gaza War. This is indicated by Council President António Costa, pending an investigation to determine whether the Israeli waging of war goes too far

European Leaders to Visit Armenia and Azerbaijan for EPC Meetings

European Leaders to Visit Armenia and Azerbaijan for EPC Meetings

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EU Nations Approve Multi-Billion Defense Fund

EU Nations Approve Multi-Billion Defense Fund

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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 and UK Forge New Post-Brexit Cooperation Deal

EU and UK Forge New Post-Brexit Cooperation Deal

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Fishermen and young people in the EU will find it easier to come to the UK with new cooperation agreements between the EU and London. A new era in our relationship, says Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Israel Begins Major Gaza Offensive Amid Reported Doha Talks

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Israel Begins Major Gaza Offensive Amid Reported Doha Talks

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Israel has launched a comprehensive offensive against Gaza. The goal is, according to the military, to "enter and control" parts of the strip

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

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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

Spain Power Restored After Outage Not Caused by Cyberattack

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Spain Power Restored After Outage Not Caused by Cyberattack

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

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

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Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

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

Albania Aims for EU Membership by 2027, Says Prime Minister

Albania Aims for EU Membership by 2027, Says Prime Minister

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

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

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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

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

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EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

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Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

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

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

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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.

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

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

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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