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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The trade agreement was at risk of completely stalling โ€“ Now there has been a turn

The European Commission is set to temporarily apply the Mercosur trade agreement as Uruguay and Argentina have ratified the accord.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Decision from Brussels: European money to enable abortions for Polish women

The EU Commission has permitted the use of European funds to facilitate abortions for women in Poland, stirring warnings from the European People's Party about potential repercussions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Mercosur: Ursula von der Leyen's 'Bad Surprise' for Emmanuel Macron

The European Commission's unilateral decision to provisionally apply the Mercosur trade agreement has sparked tensions between Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron, with France expressing significant discontent.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Commission concerned over slowdown in Ukraine's reforms, but says there is still time to catch up

The European Commission expressed concern regarding a potential slowdown of reforms in Ukraine necessary for EU membership, while emphasizing that there is still time to make progress.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Temporary protection for Ukrainians in EU: no exceptions for military-age men

The European Commission has confirmed that all Ukrainians, including men of conscription age, are entitled to temporary protection in the EU until March 2027, without exceptions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The European Union will begin applying the "Mercosur" agreement

The European Commission announced a temporary application of the Mercosur trade agreement, which faces criticism from French President Emmanuel Macron and requires full ratification from the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iceland: Holding a referendum on the possible resumption of EU accession negotiations

Iceland has decided to hold a referendum regarding the potential resumption of EU accession negotiations, a move welcomed by the European Commission.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

European funds can be used to ensure access to safe abortions

The European Commission allows EU member states to use social funds to support access to safe abortions for vulnerable women and girls.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now the cider dispute has broken out โ€“ this is the EU's new definition

The European Commission is preparing uniform EU-level definitions for cider, which have drawn concerns from Finland's beverage industry regarding competition distortions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The EC allocated โ‚ฌ360.4 million of RRF funds to Lithuania

The European Commission has approved a payment of โ‚ฌ360.4 million to Lithuania as part of its Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) plan, focusing on green technology and renewable energy projects.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Macron against von der Leyen over the decision regarding Mercosur: "Unpleasant surprise"

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his dissatisfaction with the European Commission's decision to temporarily implement the Mercosur trade agreement, which has been blocked by the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The European Commission confirmed that it is asking the Czech Republic for information regarding a conflict of interest

The European Commission has requested information from the Czech Republic regarding a potential conflict of interest situation.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The EU will temporarily implement the 'Mercosur' agreement

The European Commission is set to temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries after years of negotiations, although it faces controversy within the EU.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

EU to investigate Mandelson's links with Epstein

The European Commission has tasked the OLAF agency to investigate former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson's ties to financier Jeffrey Epstein during Mandelson's tenure as EU trade commissioner.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The EU Commission allows the Mercosur agreement to come into effect for the time being

The EU Commission permits the Mercosur trade agreement to come into effect while awaiting review by the EU Court.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Europe activated the agreement with Mercosur, and the free trade treaty starts on May 1

The European Commission has announced the provisional enforcement of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement starting May 1, following ratification by Argentina and Uruguay.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mercosur: The agreement will be implemented 'provisionally', says von der Leyen

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur free trade agreement according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Despite strong opposition: EU Commission wants to provisionally apply Mercosur Agreement

The EU Commission intends to provisionally implement the Mercosur trade agreement despite strong opposition from the European Parliament, following ratifications from Uruguay and Argentina.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Von der Leyen says the EU-Mercosur agreement will come into effect despite legal review

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement will enter into provisional effect despite a legal review initiated by the European Parliament last month.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Free Trade Agreement: EU Commission Announces Mercosur Application

The EU Commission plans to implement the free trade agreement with the Mercosur countries despite an ongoing review by the European Court of Justice.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Von der Leyen announces the 'provisional application' of the Mercosur agreement and overcomes the blockade from the extreme left and right

The European Commission has activated the provisional application of the Mercosur agreement, overcoming opposition from both extreme left and right factions in the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The EU Commission allows the Mercosur agreement to come into effect temporarily

The EU Commission has allowed the Mercosur trade agreement to take effect pending a court review.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Von der Leyen: EU to temporarily apply the Mercosur agreement

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries, as announced by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, despite previous delays over agricultural and environmental concerns.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

EU accelerates trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Union has expedited the provisional application of a free trade agreement with Mercosur, aiming to secure significant economic advantages, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Brussels announces the provisional application of the trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Commission has announced the provisional application of the trade agreement with Mercosur following ratifications from Argentina and Uruguay, despite legal uncertainties raised by the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Brussels implements EU-Mercosur trade agreement despite 'brake'

The EU will temporarily implement its trade agreement with Mercosur countries, announced Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, potentially prompting strong backlash from European capitals and lawmakers opposed to the deal.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

The EU will investigate former trade commissioner Mandelson's ties with Epstein

The European Commission has requested an investigation into former trade commissioner Peter Mandelson's relationships with Jeffrey Epstein amid allegations of misconduct.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The EU invests hundreds of billions in nuclear energy

The European Commission plans to unveil a โ‚ฌ240 billion scheme to boost investments in nuclear energy, positioning it as a key pillar for several EU countries in their strategies for decarbonization, industrial competitiveness, and supply security.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Abortion in the EU. 'My voice, my choice' passed through the European Commission. 'We changed history'

The European Commission has accepted the 'My voice, my choice' initiative, aiming to enhance access to safe and legal abortion across the EU, although no additional funds are allocated specifically for this purpose.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The chaos with Trump's tariffs increases pressure on Brussels to apply the EU-Mercosur agreement

The disarray caused by Trump's tariff policies is intensifying pressure on the European Commission to swiftly implement the EU-Mercosur trade agreement as Latin American countries push for rapid ratification.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Brussels emphasizes in the European Parliament that the V-16 beacon complies with EU legislation

The European Commission asserts that Spain's requirement for the V-16 beacon does not violate EU laws, as vehicle safety regulations fall within national jurisdiction.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

EU asks anti-corruption agency to investigate Mandelson

The EU Commission has requested the EU's anti-corruption agency to investigate former Labour leader Peter Mandelson for potential breaches of EU commissioner rules in the 2000s.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Abortion Tourism / The European Commission Will Not Establish a New Financial Mechanism. Access to Abortions May Go Through the European Social Fund

The European Commission has rejected the initiative for a new financial mechanism to expand access to abortions, stating that member states can utilize existing tools like the European Social Fund for support.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Approval of EU funding for abortion for vulnerable women

The European Commission has approved the use of EU funds to provide abortions for women in vulnerable situations, particularly in countries where access to abortion is severely restricted.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Russia: Retaliation after the EU's decision to limit its diplomatic mission in Brussels

Russia announced retaliatory measures after the European Commission decided to limit its diplomatic representation in Brussels, deeming the EU unworthy of participating in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

EU Commission: EU funding can be used to support abortion rights

The EU Commission has announced that member states can voluntarily use EU funds to support abortion rights for vulnerable women.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Cold Response from the EU on Abortions

The European Commission has decided against proposing a new mechanism to support abortions despite requests from millions, as it believes existing resources within member states are sufficient.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

EU Directive Against 3D Weapons

The EU Commission is proposing a new directive aimed at creating uniform penalties across member states for offenses related to illegal weapons, including the possession of 3D weapon blueprints.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Brussels publishes the treaty that defines the status of Gibraltar after Brexit

The European Commission has published the legal text that outlines the treaty concerning Gibraltar's status post-Brexit, which aims to facilitate access to Schengen and the single market while removing physical barriers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Karol Nawrocki after Radosล‚aw Sikorski's exposรฉ. "There are things we perceive differently"

Karol Nawrocki criticizes Radosล‚aw Sikorski for not showing enough assertiveness regarding the European Commission, highlighting the need for Poland to strengthen its position within the EU.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU Commission approves Greek state aid of 400 million euros for business investments in clean technologies

The EU Commission has approved a 400-million-euro state aid scheme to support strategic investments in clean technologies in Greece.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Purra lashes out at the opposition โ€“ new stance on savings

Finnish Finance Minister Riikka Purra announced that the EU Commission does not require Finland to make immediate drastic adjustments in response to its budgetary surveillance status.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Lower Bavaria: EU Commission Approves Further Danube Expansion

The European Commission has given the green light for the second phase of the Danube expansion in Lower Bavaria, allowing for improvements to flood protection while adhering to certain environmental regulations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The European Commission requests an explanation of how the Czech Republic is addressing Babiลก's conflict of interest

The European Commission has formally requested clarification from the Czech Republic regarding the measures being taken to address Prime Minister Babiลก's potential conflict of interest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The increase in clinical trials in the EU will bring an additional 4 billion euros to healthcare systems

The European Commission and related organizations are striving to attract more clinical trials, which could generate additional funding and job creation in the healthcare sector.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The EU Wants Free Roaming in the Balkans

The EU Commission proposes to extend free roaming services to the Western Balkans, aiming to eliminate unexpected roaming charges for travelers in the region.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Hungary Halts โ€˜โ‚ฌ90 Billion Support Plan for Ukraineโ€™... EU โ€œWe Will Keep Our Promisesโ€

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged to uphold financial commitments to Ukraine despite Hungary's veto against a โ‚ฌ90 billion support plan.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Transport Industry Fights for Infrastructure Financing

Over 40 European transport organizations have jointly urged EU member states and the European Commission to allocate at least 100 billion euros for the next funding round of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) under the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).

Feb 24 โ€ข 21:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: Von der Leyen: EU will pay Ukraine loan 'one way or another'

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declares that the EU will disburse a planned 90 billion Euro loan to Ukraine, despite Hungary's veto.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Theodorikakos: Approval of 400 million euros from the Commission for heavy industry

Greek Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos announced the European Commission's approval of 400 million euros to boost heavy industry, which is expected to encourage investments and job creation in critical raw material sectors.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:45 UTC

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