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EU’s new Arctic strategy calls for more icebreakers and an undersea cable to Greenland
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EU’s new Arctic strategy calls for more icebreakers and an undersea cable to Greenland

More icebreakers and an undersea cable to Greenland are part of a new Arctic strategy presented by the European Commission.
EU trade union body threatens legal action over pact to curb national legislation
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EU trade union body threatens legal action over pact to curb national legislation

A proposal for an EU pact against overly far-reaching legislation has prompted the European Trade Union Confederation to threaten legal action.
Russia Likely to Deny Involvement in Ship Attacks Near Bulgaria, Expert Says
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Russia Likely to Deny Involvement in Ship Attacks Near Bulgaria, Expert Says

Bulgaria has summoned the Russian ambassador over attacks on ships off the coast of the NATO member. Russia will, of course, deny any involvement, says defense expert Johan Huovinen
One Ship Sinks After Drone Attacks in Black Sea, 11 People Missing
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One Ship Sinks After Drone Attacks in Black Sea, 11 People Missing

Two ships have been hit by drones off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. One has sunk, and eleven people are missing, the country’s leadership says
Zelenskyy Says Russia Attacked Energy Facilities After Trump Announced Ceasefire
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Zelenskyy Says Russia Attacked Energy Facilities After Trump Announced Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump claims that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a ceasefire targeting energy facilities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the news came as a surprise and that Russia attacked energy infrastructure after Trump’s announcement
At Least 12 Killed and 309 Injured in Attack on Riyadh Airport, Saudi Arabia Says
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At Least 12 Killed and 309 Injured in Attack on Riyadh Airport, Saudi Arabia Says

At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured in an attack on an airport in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, the country’s aviation authority said. The Iran-backed Houthi movement warned people on Sunday against using Saudi airports, AFP reported
Navi Pillay Wins Nobel Peace Prize in Bold Move by Committee, Experts Say
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Navi Pillay Wins Nobel Peace Prize in Bold Move by Committee, Experts Say

This year’s Nobel Peace Prize goes to human rights lawyer Navi Pillay. “Truly well-deserved,” says former UN Deputy Secretary-General and former Swedish Foreign Minister Jan Eliasson
EU Weighs Fewer Vetoes and Less Power for New Members to Ease Enlargement
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EU Weighs Fewer Vetoes and Less Power for New Members to Ease Enlargement

It would be harder for everyone to veto decisions, and new members would have less power. That is how the European Commission wants to make it easier to expand the union
EU to provide more than 8 billion kronor in aid to crisis-hit regions
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EU to provide more than 8 billion kronor in aid to crisis-hit regions

EU to release 4.2 billion euros to Hungary after rule of law reforms
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EU to release 4.2 billion euros to Hungary after rule of law reforms

EU and Philippines reach breakthrough in free trade talks
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EU and Philippines reach breakthrough in free trade talks

The European Commission hopes to be on the road to another completed trade agreement - now with the Philippines.
After Sweden’s election, EU budget battle looms for new government
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After Sweden’s election, EU budget battle looms for new government

While Sweden has been busy with its election campaign, the rest of Europe has been embroiled in the EU's big budget dispute. The fight over the money will be the hottest issue of the autumn
Carney says Europe and Canada are stronger together as EU ties deepen
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Carney says Europe and Canada are stronger together as EU ties deepen

Europe and Canada are strong on their own - but even stronger together, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said before the EU Parliament. And the goal is not to dominate anyone else, Carney said in Strasbourg
EU proposes one-hour social media limit for children under 15
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EU proposes one-hour social media limit for children under 15

A maximum of one hour a day on social media for children under 15 - and only with parental approval. This is how the European Commission wants to set its new age limit
Canada could become the EU’s first associate member
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Canada could become the EU’s first associate member

Donald Trump's actions against Canada and Greenland are bringing Canada and the EU closer together. There is now talk of Canada becoming the EU's first "associate member
EU asks China to voluntarily cap hybrid car exports to Europe, FT reports
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EU asks China to voluntarily cap hybrid car exports to Europe, FT reports

The EU has asked China to voluntarily cap exports of so-called hybrid cars to Europe in a bid to avoid a trade war, the Financial Times reports, citing three sources.
Trump threatens EU tariffs over Canada cooperation as von der Leyen opens door to closer ties
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Trump threatens EU tariffs over Canada cooperation as von der Leyen opens door to closer ties

Donald Trump threatens to cut trade with the EU if he judges its cooperation with Canada to be “hostile. ” “Ridiculous,” says the president about the EU’s opening to Canada
EU proposes social media ban for children under 13 after online bullying case
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EU proposes social media ban for children under 13 after online bullying case

Ban social media for children under 13 and make Canada the EU's first "associate member state. " The promises came from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in her annual State of the Union address
EU environment commissioner warns climate change will only get worse after summer heatwaves
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EU environment commissioner warns climate change will only get worse after summer heatwaves

A hot summer is followed by a hot autumn in the EU as climate action is pitted against demands for cheaper energy for households and industry. We need to wake up, says EU Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall
EU sharpens criticism of Russia after drone downed over Lithuania
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EU sharpens criticism of Russia after drone downed over Lithuania

A downed drone in Lithuanian airspace and two Russian emergency missiles fired at a Danish helicopter prompt the President of the European Commission to react: "Provocative," writes Ursula von der Leyen.
Northern leaders call for stronger EU role in the Arctic amid Russia threat
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Northern leaders call for stronger EU role in the Arctic amid Russia threat

The EU should play a greater role in the Arctic, participants at a summit in Rovaniemi, Finland, urge. Summit host Petteri Orpo warns of Russia
EU trade deal with India ready for approval by member states
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EU trade deal with India ready for approval by member states

The EU's trade agreement with India is now ready for approval by member states.
EU proposes easier rules for cities to restrict Airbnb-style rentals
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EU proposes easier rules for cities to restrict Airbnb-style rentals

New EU rules are proposed to make it easier for European countries to restrict short-term rental of homes.
EU and Canada plan deeper partnership on trade, security and defence
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EU and Canada plan deeper partnership on trade, security and defence

The EU and Canada are working to deepen their relationship. A new agreement between the sides will cover everything from trade to security
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