Ukraine downs Russian strategic bomber after airstrike kills eight: Ukraine shot down a Russian strategic bomber on Friday (19 April) after the warplane took ...
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Croatia's top court bars President Milanović from PM post: Croatia's Constitutional Court ruled on Friday (19 April) that President Zoran Milanović cannot take ...
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Foes Azerbaijan and Armenia agree 'historic' return of villages: Armenia has agreed to return several villages to Azerbaijan in what both sides said on Friday ...
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Pro-Russian Voice of Europe back online from Kazakhstan: The outlet Voice of Europe, allegedly involved in a pro-Russian propaganda network ...
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US House advances $95 billion Ukraine-Israel package toward Saturday vote: The US House of Representatives advanced a $95 billion legislative package on Friday ...
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Israel attacks Iran, drones reported over Isfahan: Israel has attacked Iran, three people familiar with the matter said, as Iranian state media reported early on
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The Brief – The Gospel of Letta: When former Italian prime minister Enrico Letta presented his long-awaited
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Quick Glance: Europe's Economy Falling Behind: Enrico Letta Urges Action
- Former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta suggests using European savings for the green and digital transition, pooling 10% of state aid, and initiating a new recovery plan to help the European economy catch up with the US.
- Letta presented his report on the internal market to the EU-27 in Brussels, highlighting that only a minority of companies and citizens in Europe fully benefit from the internal market, leading to the EU lagging behind the US and China.
- European companies underutilize economies of scale in sectors like energy, telecoms, and financial markets within the internal market. The market fragmentation hinders growth and competitiveness against global counterparts.
- Letta advocates for creating a fifth freedom for research, innovation, and skills within the internal market and updating competition rules in strategic sectors to promote European champions and ensure consumer protection.
US stops UN from recognizing a Palestinian state through membership: The US on Thursday (18 April) effectively stopped the UN from recognizing a Palestinian ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
In this week's Agrifood Brief, Angelo Di Mambro reports on how the EU Commission changes its view on controversial insecticide and is set to propose zero ... Show more www.euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/commission-changes-view-on-controversial-insecticide-set-to-propose-zero-residues-in-food/ #IMCAP
The EU's economic destiny, according to the Letta report: In today's episode of Today in the EU, we decrypt the 147-page long report by former Italian prime ...
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Commission wants to ease rules on use of processed manure for farming: The EU executive published a proposal on Friday (19 April) to revise the Nitrates ...
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Ukraine seeks G7, NATO help for battered air defences: Ukraine warned foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers on Thursday they had to change ...
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French Greens’ top candidate wants 'European pharmaceutical sovereignty': Marie Toussaint, the lead of the French Greens' campaign for the June European ...
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Survey finds health is top concern for voters: Eurobarometer’s latest survey ahead of European elections in June shows that health is one of the top issues
euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/survey-finds-health-is-top-concern-for-voters/
Attacks on the US LNG Pause are Dangerous and Unfounded - Here’s Why: The recent decision by U.S. President Biden to temporarily pause approvals for upcoming LNG ...
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Amid fears that the EU will miss its target of 25% organic agriculture by 2030, stakeholders are calling for a more favourable policy framework to boost demand ... Show more www.euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/more-actions-needed-to-make-organic-farming-competitive-say-stakeholders/ #IMCAP
Economic crisis exposes Germany's ideological stalemate: Germany is the worst-performing major economy in the world, but ideological differences within the ...
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What's next for EU power market reform [Part Two]: The EU's latest electricity market reforms should soon enter into law. But the ongoing dramatic transformation
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Russia aims to destroy Ukraine’s energy generation capacity: After a first campaign of attacks on transmission infrastructures in 2022-23 ...
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Look at EU’s De-risking from China with the eyes of European Business Community: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz just concluded his three-day visit to China with a ...
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Potato sector sounds alarm over new seed marketing rules ahead of Parliament vote
euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/potato-sector-sounds-alarm-over-new-seed-marketing-rules-ahead-of-parliament-vote/
Bosnian Serb MPs adopt a report denying the Srebrenica genocide: Bosnian Serb lawmakers adopted a report denying that the killing of 8,000 Muslims in Srebrenica ...
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Macron to give ‘Sorbonne II’ speech, hopes to give campaign momentum: French President Emmanuel Macron will next week deliver a speech similar to the one he gave ...
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Two suspected Russian spies arrested in Germany for planned attacks: Federal prosecutors arrested two suspected Russian spies in Bavaria on Thursday on suspicion ...
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6 May | Revival of EU Single Market - Defining the road ahead
Join this Euractiv Virtual Conference to discuss how the Single Market can further develop ... Show more www.eventleaf.com/Attendee/Attendee/EventPage events.euractiv.com/event/info/revival-of-eu-single-market-defining-the-road-ahead
Between privacy and border control: Tech in the Migration Pact: Last week, the EU Parliament voted to pass amendments to Eurodac, previously a fingerprints ...
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What’s next for EU power market, [Part One]: The EU is about to ratify the Electricity market reform. But this major achievement could be only the first bu
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It will take an energy transition to keep the lights on in Ukraine: In the wake of Russian strikes on critical elements of Ukraine’s electricity infrastructure ...
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Slovak government scrambles for arguments amid EU farm subsidy delay: In today's edition of the Capitals, find out more about the Commission giving its ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/slovak-government-scrambles-for-arguments-amid-eu-farm-subsidy-delay-2/
After TikTok Lite launch in Spain, France, EU Commission wants details: The EU Commission has given 24 hours for TikTok to provide a risk evaluation of the ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Bulgaria likely won’t join eurozone in January 2025 despite government goal: Bulgaria may join the eurozone at the end of 2025, Bulgarian National Bank Governor ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/bulgaria-likely-wont-join-eurozone-in-january-2025-despite-government-goal/
Two Polish ex-ministers sentenced for abuse of power to run for MEP seats: Mariusz Kamiński and Maciej Wąsik, two former ministers sentenced for the abuse of ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/two-polish-ex-ministers-sentenced-for-abuse-of-power-to-run-for-mep-seats/
EU sees signs China supplying dual-use components to Russia, Dombrovskis says: The EU sees signs that China is supplying components to Russia that could be used ...
euractiv.com/section/global-europe/news/eu-sees-signs-china-supplying-dual-use-components-to-russia-dombrovskis-says/
Czech lawmakers’ debate on EU migration gets heated, draws attention of Commissioner
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/czech-lawmakers-debate-on-eu-migration-gets-heated-draws-attention-of-commissioner/
Eucalyptus: Portugal's sustainability dilemma: Portuguese eucalyptus forests are helping to replace plastics, but as the country's climate warms up, this hig
euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/news/eucalyptus-portugals-sustainability-dilemma/
Lebanon: Refugees, proximity to conflict, instability, make EU leaders nervous: Fearing new migration waves toward Europe, EU leaders are looking at ways to ...
euractiv.com/section/migration/news/lebanon-refugees-proximity-to-conflict-instability-make-eu-leaders-nervous/
Spain could unilaterally recognise Palestinian statehood ‘within weeks’: Spain’s government, led by Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez (PSOE/S&D) ...
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EU Commission OKs Stockholm’s new petrol, diesel car-free zone: The European Commission has approved the creation of an environmental zone in the city centre of ...
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Slovak government scrambles for arguments amid EU farm subsidy delay: Slovak Agriculture Minister Richard Takáč is keeping quiet about his meeting with European ...
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A 'difficult' summit: Corporate tax, single supervision scrapped from conclusions
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Belgium praises Hungary's strong commitment to EU competitiveness agenda: “What I am very pleased to hear is that the Hungarian presidency was very clear in the ...
euractiv.com/section/economy-jobs/news/belgium-praises-hungarys-strong-commitment-to-eu-competitiveness-agenda/
UN’s Summit of the Future, EU regions and cities preparing for SDG upgrade: The UN’s Summit of the Future takes place on 22-23 September in New York ...
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Kazakhstan president enacts new laws protecting women and children: Kazakhstan will guarantee better protection of women’s rights and children’s safety ...
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EU leaders lack Draghi and Letta's 'fire of urgency', says Greens chief: European leaders lack the “fire of urgency” of Mario Draghi and Enrico Letta - authors ...
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Quick Glance: Italy Suggests Mario Draghi for EU Commission President
- Speculations arise about Mario Draghi potentially becoming the EU Commission President.
- His report is expected to provide insights on enhancing the EU's competitiveness.
- In Italy, Draghi is seen as the top candidate for the position.
- Support for Ursula von der Leyen in Italy is diminishing, boosting Draghi's prospects.
German regional far-right leader to stand trial for Nazi symbolism: Björn Höcke, one of the leading figures in Germany’s far-right AfD party ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/german-regional-far-right-leader-to-stand-trial-for-nazi-symbolism/
Quick Glance: Björn Höcke on Trial for Nazi Slogans
- Björn Höcke, a prominent far-right leader in Germany, is on trial for using banned Nazi slogans.
- Germany has strict laws against National Socialist slogans and symbols due to historical reasons.
- Höcke leads the far-right Alternative for Germany in Thuringia and is under surveillance.
- The trial is taking place in Halle and is expected to last until May 14, with protests against the AfD outside the courthouse.
EU’s hard right scrambling to stay relevant in election campaign: With less than two months before June’s EU elections, the hard right ECR party - possibly ...
euractiv.com/section/elections/news/eus-hard-right-scrambling-to-stay-relevant-in-election-campaign/
Evidence-based actions to reduce alcohol harms are crucial now: The European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) calls on the EU to accelerate public ...
euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/opinion/evidence-based-actions-to-reduce-alcohol-harms-are-crucial-now/
Romania's six billion euro bet to accelerate digital public services: Despite boasting IT specialisation, Romania struggles with one of the most underdeveloped ...
euractiv.com/section/digital/news/romanias-six-billion-euro-bet-to-accelerate-digital-public-services/
Spain will include 'work-related mental health' in disease surveillance: Spain's Ministry of Health is to include in its national epidemiological surveillance ...
euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/spain-will-include-work-related-mental-health-in-disease-surveillance/
Stopping banned pesticides in the EU to be exported to 3rd countries would have little economic impact, NGOs report says
euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/stopping-banned-pesticides-in-the-eu-to-be-exported-to-3rd-countries-would-have-little-economic-impact-ngos-report-says/
France questions latest EU cloud certification scheme: Even though the latest cloud scheme allows for sovereignty requirements, France appears to be pushing back ...
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The Brief – What to expect from Russia at D-Day anniversary?: France has invited Russia to the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, an event that changed ...
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The EU need not be scared by aviation climate action: While debates about farming and heat pumps have brought some climate policy debates to a standstill in ...
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Kicking inequality out of Europe using football, Latvia and Ukraine are out in front
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EU to world: Don’t depend solely on China to hit renewable goals: The world should ensure diverse supply chains and implement a framework to track the progress ...
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South Africa challenges EU at WTO over restrictions on citrus fruit trade: South Africa, the world’s second-largest citrus exporter in the world after Spain ...
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Experts identified extreme weather as a primary challenge to food supply in Europe in an assessment of EU food security released by the European Commission on ... Show more www.euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/eu-experts-increasingly-worried-about-impact-of-extreme-weather-on-food-security/ #IMCAP
France unveils 55 'turnkey' sites for clean industry: On Tuesday, the French government unveiled the list of the first 55 sites available in France to host ...
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EU leaders back new Iran sanctions, pledge more assistance to Ukraine: European Union leaders decided on Wednesday (17 April) to step up sanctions against Iran ...
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Duda-Trump meeting raises eyebrows in Poland: Polish President Andrzej Duda's plans to meet with former US president Donald Trump during his visit to Washin
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Quick Glance: Trump to Meet Polish President Duda as NATO Leaders Push for Ukraine Support
- Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump plans to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda to discuss support for Ukraine.
- European leaders are concerned about Trump's critical stance towards NATO, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Poland hopes Duda can leverage his friendly ties with Trump to garner more support for Ukraine.
- The relationship between Poland and the Biden administration, along with GOP criticism of Ukraine aid, are also topics of discussion.
Ruling conservatives win most seats in Croatia election, but no majority: Croatia's ruling conservative party won the most seats in a parliamentary election ...
euractiv.com/section/elections/news/ruling-conservatives-win-most-seats-in-croatia-election-but-no-majority/
Quick Glance: Croatians Choose Between PM Plenkovic and President Milanovic
- Croatians vote between PM Andrej Plenkovic and President Zoran Milanovic in parliamentary election
- Plenkovic and HDZ expected easy win, but Milanovic challenged them
- HDZ ruling party since 1991, supports Ukraine against Russia
- Corruption accusations, allegations, and political discrepancies shape election campaign
Italy and Tunisia forge stronger ties to tackle migration challenges: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni embarked on a significant diplomatic mission to Tunis ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/italy-and-tunisia-forge-stronger-ties-to-tackle-migration-challenges/
Capital Markets Union best route to rival US IRA, Michel says as Letta outlines sweeping financial sector plan
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Georgia ruling party presses on with 'foreign agents' bill opposed by EU: Georgia's parliament gave initial approval on Wednesday (17 April) to a bill on ...
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Moscow’s influence 'active' in all EU political groups, Morawiecki claims: All political groups in the European Parliament are at risk or have already been ...
euractiv.com/section/elections/news/moscows-influence-active-in-all-eu-political-groups-morawiecki-claims/
Portugal's president hints Costa for EU council chief, as corruption case flounders
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Portugal's president hints Costa for EU council chief, as corruption case flounders
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A rallying call for European raw materials resilience: The Critical Raw Materials Act sets ambitious but vital goals for Europe to grow its metals resilience to ...
euractiv.com/section/economy-jobs/opinion/a-rallying-call-for-european-raw-materials-resilience/
Foreign minister pick causes tensions between Bulgarian president, government: Bulgaria's caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev's proposal to replace Foreign ...
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Slovaks rally behind arms fundraiser for Ukraine, defying Fico's government: To support the Czech initiative to aid Ukraine, which the Slovak government refused ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/slovaks-rally-behind-arms-fundraiser-for-ukraine-defying-ficos-government/
Spain’s far-left Podemos criticise Sánchez for increasing defence spending: Deputy leader of the far-left Podemos party Irene Montero on Wednesday lashed out at ...
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Sweden passes controversial gender identity law amid political division: The Swedish parliament, led by conservative Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s Moderate ...
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Is fear of June EU elections the glue holding the German coalition together?: Germany’s coalition government has many battles to tackle internally and externally ...
euractiv.com/section/economy-jobs/podcast/is-fear-of-june-eu-elections-the-glue-holding-the-german-coalition-together/
Denmark, Czechia, the Netherlands look to support air defence for Ukraine: NATO Secretary-General pushed Kyiv's allies to dig deeper in stockpiles to support ...
euractiv.com/section/defence-and-security/news/denmark-czechia-the-netherlands-look-to-support-air-defence-for-ukraine/
The Brief – The fallacy of EU Parliament’s budget discharges: The European Parliament will vote on the EU Council’s 2022 financial discharge during the last ...
euractiv.com/section/eu-institutions/opinion/the-brief-the-fallacy-of-eu-parliaments-budget-discharges/
Assange extradition moves closer as US provides UK court with assurances: The United States has provided assurances requested by the High Court in London which ...
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Georgian police clear protesters against foreign agent bill: Riot police in Georgia waded into demonstrators and cleared them from around part of the ex-Soviet ...
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Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Deepfakes of young women allegedly members of the Le Pen family promoting French far-right parties went viral online, escalating the debate around the ... Show more www.euractiv.com/section/artificial-intelligence/news/viral-deepfake-videos-of-le-pen-family-reminder-that-content-moderation-is-still-not-up-to-par-ahead-of-eu-elections/ #AI4TRUST
EU data protection body says Meta's 'pay or OK' model is not OK: The European Data Protection Board opposed Meta's controversial "pay or okay" business model in ...
euractiv.com/section/platforms/news/eu-data-protection-body-says-metas-pay-or-ok-model-is-not-ok/
Ukraine says it 'ran out of missiles' to stop Russian strike ruining power station
euractiv.com/section/europe-s-east/news/ukraine-says-it-ran-out-of-missiles-to-stop-russian-strike-ruining-power-station/
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