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Merz Praises Israel's Role in Weakening Iranian Regime

Germany's Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed strong support for Israel on Tuesday in an interview with German media during the G7 meeting. He says that Israel's attack on Iran has weakened the Iranian regime, and that Israel "does the dirty work for all of us".

Merz Praises Israel's Role in Weakening Iranian Regime

Ukrainians to Enjoy Free EU Roaming from January 2026

Ukraine is invited to the EU's free phone roaming from the turn of the year. "We want Ukrainian citizens to be able to stay in touch with their loved ones across the entire EU, as well as in their home country.

Ukrainians to Enjoy Free EU Roaming from January 2026

G7 Leaders Aim to Persuade Trump to Ease Tariff Threats

G7 countries' leaders will try to pressure USA's president Donald Trump to back down from the threat of trade war, reports AFP. .

G7 Leaders Aim to Persuade Trump to Ease Tariff Threats

Israel Commits to Allowing Humanitarian Aid into Gaza, Says EU Chief

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should do more to allow emergency aid into Gaza, where existence is characterized by severe suffering. .

Israel Commits to Allowing Humanitarian Aid into Gaza, Says EU Chief

Global Leaders Express Grief Over India Plane Crash

The surrounding world expresses its despair since over 200 people have died in Thursday's devastating plane crash in northwestern India. "Our special prayers and deepest possible sympathy go to the families and friends of all those affected", writes the King of the United Kingdom Charles on Instagram.

Global Leaders Express Grief Over India Plane Crash

EU Proposes Lowering Russian Oil Price Cap to 45 Dollars

The European Commission wants a lowered price tag on Russia's global oil exports as part of the union's new package of sanctions. .

EU Proposes Lowering Russian Oil Price Cap to 45 Dollars

EU Proposes Extending Ukrainian Protection Until 2027

The EU Commission proposes prolonged protection for Ukrainians in the EU until March 4, 2027. "Since 2022, we have provided protection to those fleeing Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and we will continue to do so.

EU Proposes Extending Ukrainian Protection Until 2027

EU Confirms Bulgaria Ready to Adopt Euro in 2026

Bulgaria meets the requirements to adopt the euro as a currency from January 1, 2026. The EU Commission now officially states this in a report on Wednesday.

EU Confirms Bulgaria Ready to Adopt Euro in 2026

US Congress Awaits Trump Approval for Tough Sanctions on Russia

A "crushing" American sanctions package has been prepared against Russia - with broad and cross-party support. Congress is waiting for a green light from President Trump and warnings are being sounded about Russian escalation plans.

US Congress Awaits Trump Approval for Tough Sanctions on Russia

EU Criticizes Israel's Actions in Gaza as Unacceptable

Even the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is now toughening her tone against Israel after the latest attacks on civilian targets in Gaza. .

EU Criticizes Israel's Actions in Gaza as Unacceptable

EU and USA to Speed Up Trade Tariff Negotiations

The EU is to accelerate negotiations with the USA on trade tariffs in order to prevent a trade war, reports Bloomberg. .

EU and USA to Speed Up Trade Tariff Negotiations

Stockholm Stock Exchange Rises as Trump Extends EU Tariff Pause

The Stockholm stock exchange started the trading week stable upwards after Sunday evening's late message from Donald Trump that he is not shortening his tariff pause towards the EU. .

Stockholm Stock Exchange Rises as Trump Extends EU Tariff Pause

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, no longer believes that Russia's President wants to end the Ukraine war. This is because Vladimir Putin thinks he is on his way to winning, writes The Wall Street Journal, referring to a conversation between Trump and European leaders.

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

Vance Meets Zelensky in Rome After White House Dispute

The USA's Vice President JD Vance has met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj in Italy's capital Rome on Sunday, reports a spokesperson for Vance. .

Vance Meets Zelensky in Rome After White House Dispute

Von der Leyen and Vance Discuss EU-US Relations in Rome Meeting

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Von der Leyen and Vance Discuss EU-US Relations in Rome Meeting

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

The pressure must increase on the President of Russia – who has made "a great mistake" and "does not want peace". World leaders are pouring criticism over Vladimir Putin for skipping a high-level peace meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart in Turkey.

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

The EU Commission's Chair Ursula von der Leyen receives heavy criticism for lack of transparency. The Commission is convicted by its own court for not having disclosed SMS messages from the coronavirus crisis.

EU Criticized for Lack of Transparency in Pfizer SMS Disclosure

EU Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with New Sanctions Package

More boats in the Russian "shadow fleet" are being punished as EU countries have now agreed on their 17th package following Russia's large-scale invasion of Ukraine. "We're keeping the pressure up," claims Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with New Sanctions Package

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

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen has had difficulty getting a meeting with the US President Donald Trump after his inauguration. But now it may be approaching.

Trump Praises EU's von der Leyen as Fantastic

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World leaders are sensing future confidence and optimism in the election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope "inspires the world through his commitment to peace and dialogue", writes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

Multi-billion import from USA may be affected when EU prepares for next response, if trade war continues. On the new list, there are everything from horses to pulp and novelty items.

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

It would be a mistake "of historic dimensions" to start importing energy from Russia again, believes the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. > Our energy prices must not be dictated by a hostile neighbor, she says in a speech in the EU Parliament since the Commission on Tuesday presented its strategy to completely phase out all Russian gas imports by 2027.

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

Choose Europe! researchers all over the world are urged after President Donald Trump's harsh tone towards universities in the USA. New EU billions are also being promised to research that is to be open and free, according to the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies