President Vladimir Putin and three Russian political allies are demanding that Armenia hold a referendum on future EU membership. The move comes as Armenia, previously loyal to Moscow, turns its sights to Brussels.
WorldThe EU is releasing over 170 billion kronor in aid to Hungary when and if the country implements its reforms. "If I get money like this every time I come here, I will come more often," said a satisfied Prime Minister Péter Magyar in Brussels.
WorldTariffs, quotas and investment scrutiny are pitted against increased state support at home as the EU looks for ways to meet competition from China. Germany's stance will determine whether the headache is treated with painkillers or with radiation.
WorldThe European Commission fines Chinese online retail giant Temu more than two billion Swedish kronor. Many baby products have been identified as dangerous or toxic.
BusinessUkraine's wait to start formal membership negotiations with the EU may soon be over. A proposal for the go-ahead is expected on June 16.
WorldThe United States has far-reaching plans to reduce its contributions to NATO in the event of a crisis, including by giving the alliance access to fewer fighter jets, warships, and drones than it does now, according to the German magazine Der Spiegel.
WorldGermany's proposal to grant Ukraine "associated" membership in the EU has been met with skepticism. However, there is hope that negotiations will soon begin in earnest.
WorldIdeally, the EU hopes to reach an agreement on the next long-term budget this year. But Sweden emphasizes that a good budget is more important than speed.
BusinessCarmen Cernjul broke her own Swedish junior record in the 5,000 meters. With a time of 15:06.71, she is third on Sweden's all-time list.
SportsSweden is pushing for even more trade agreements in the EU - most notably with the Philippines and Malaysia.
BusinessAnger over the way Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir treated detained Gaza activists could unite the EU behind new sanctions.
WorldThere is great anger over the upcoming meeting between the European Commission, Sweden and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. The European Parliament "regrets" the invitation in a critical statement.
WorldGermany wants to make Ukraine an "associate member" of the EU - without voting rights but with a seat at summits and in the European Parliament. "We do not have time for further delays," writes Chancellor Friedrich Merz in a letter to EU leaders.
World"Talking about an EU army is nonsense," says Italian NATO chief Giuseppe Cavo Dragone.
WorldA Belgian former diplomat, accused of involvement in the assassination of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's first prime minister, has died at 93, the newspaper Le Soir reports.
WorldNATO chief Mark Rutte will demand more investment and increased production when he meets representatives of Saab and other leading European defense groups in Brussels next week.
BusinessPole vault star Armand Duplantis is the headliner when the Diamond League season kicks off in Shanghai on Saturday. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the premiere.
SportsSearch for your trip, compare and book in minutes. This is how the EU wants to make train travel in Europe easier. Simplicity should not be a privilege for air travelers, says EU Commissioner Raffaele Fitto.
WorldA military sea drone found last week off the Greek island of Lefkas is Ukrainian, according to Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias.
WorldDeportations to Afghanistan risk costing lives, warns the refugee organization IRC ahead of the upcoming "technical talks" with representatives of the Taliban regime.
WorldThe desire for an EU army has been expressed again - this time by Spain. But Sweden gets the cold shoulder.
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