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EU countries ready to fund defence products despite US use restrictions
The latest European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) compromise text, seen by Euractiv, includes a looser definition of the eligibility criteria.
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24/7 Carbon-free energy matching – the game-changer of corporates’ sustainability [Promoted content]
A year ago, I highlighted 24/7 carbon-free energy (CFE) hourly matching as the future of corporate energy procurement. Today it is steadily emerging in Europe with new buyers joining in beyond the traditional Big Tech trailblazers, Google and Microsoft. Now it’s time to take it mainstream.
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Georgian ruling party nominates anti-West former football player for president
Although the president's post is largely ceremonial, the choice of Mikheil Kavelashvili is likely to be viewed by the EU and the US as a further sign that Georgia is turning away from the West and moving closer to Russia.
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Poland, France join forces against EU-Mercosur trade deal
In today’s edition of the Capitals, find out more about Poland and France joining forces against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, G7 states backing a ceasefire in the Middle East, and so much more.
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Bulgaria on verge of holding eighth election in just four years
"I am relieved to withdraw my declaration that I will be prime minister."
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European Commission approves Portugal’s 2025-2028 budget plan
The economic growth increases of 1.7% this year and 1.9% in 2025.
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European Commission approves Spain’s new fiscal plan
Brussels agreed to extend the "adjustment path" of Spanish public spending to seven years instead of four.
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G7 states back Middle East ceasefire, omit debate on ICC arrest warrants
ICC warrants not mentioned in final G7 Foreign Ministers communiqué.
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Russia condemns ‘irresponsible’ talk of nuclear weapons for Ukraine
The New York Times reported last week that some unidentified Western officials had suggested US President Joe Biden could give Ukraine nuclear weapons before he leaves office.
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Habeck admits coalition failure in key German industries lagging
“We have gotten a lot of things right under the wrong preconditions,” Habeck said.
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Our Communities Cannot Sieve Their Way Out of Plastic Pellet Pollution [Promoted content]
Coastal communities across Europe face increasing devastation from plastic pellets, a major source of microplastic pollution. Strong, EU-wide regulation is urgently needed to prevent pellet loss along the supply chain and protect ecosystems, livelihoods, and public health.
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‘Undemocratic’ snap elections have Germany’s small EU delegations fear for their future
A double whammy of stricter electoral conditions at the German and European elections could deprive parties like the ÖDP and Volt Germany of parliamentary representation in Brussels and Berlin from 2029.
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‘I’m not the one who wanted them’: Gentiloni criticises new EU fiscal rules
Germany's Habeck said the framework presents a “security risk” by limiting member states’ ability to fund defence programmes
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Baltics Sea region PMs meet to discuss regional security ahead of Trump’s return
The summit comes at a pivotal time for Europe, which is facing major strategic uncertainties, particularly over support for Ukraine.
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Romanian Liberals back centrist presidential candidate after hard-right surge
The new Liberal head Ilie Bolojan said the party would support centre-right contender Elena Lasconi, leader of the opposition Save Romania Union (USR).
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Poland, France join forces against EU-Mercosur trade deal
Negotiations are expected to be concluded by mid-December, with a final decision due by the 20th.
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Poland, Ukraine edge closer towards exhumations in WWII row
The decades-long spat over the Volyn massacre in modern-day Ukraine has led to frequent diplomatic tensions between neighbours and allies.
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Ceasefire to begin in Israel-Hezbollah war
The US, the EU, the UN and G7 had all pushed for a halt in the fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah after more than a year of violence.
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EU Parliament’s most burning vote of the year
In this episode, host Giada Santana and politics reporters Nicoletta Ionta and Magnus Lund Nielsen talk numbers, alliances and behind-the-scenes buzz from the European Parliament's corridors.
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Overruling science is a cause for concern for both wolves and EU decision-making
Could a fear of predators, an innate need for human control and a demand to do as one wishes be behind the wolf's reduced protection?
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