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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

For the first time, a state official is arrested in the EPPO case regarding EU funds in Latvia: a wide network of possible IT procurement schemes is revealed

Latvian authorities have arrested state officials and business leaders in connection with potential fraud in IT procurement linked to EU funds.

Mar 22 • 18:50 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The court allows SIA “Bleste” to receive frozen funds from EU-sanctioned Russian oligarch Andrei Melichenko's controlled companies

A Latvian court has permitted the release of frozen assets belonging to companies controlled by Russian oligarch Andrei Melichenko, despite opposition from the financial monitoring authority.

Mar 22 • 18:28 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

KD profile does not want to disclose anonymous financier

KD politician Alice Teodorescu Måwe has received funds for personal security but refuses to disclose the financier's identity.

Mar 21 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Two people sentenced to real and conditional deprivation of liberty for fraud with EU funds

A Riga court sentenced two individuals for fraud involving EU agricultural funds, resulting in a total loss of €95,803.

Mar 20 • 14:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Farmers brought machines to the roads to get the government's attention

Farmers across Estonia protested with tractors to highlight the agricultural sector's challenging situation and the necessity to utilize EU funds for direct support.

Mar 20 • 08:23 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Brussels retaliates against Orbán: The loan to Ukraine will be secured 'one way or another'

EU leaders condemned Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's stance on blocking a previously agreed loan to Ukraine and remain determined to secure the funds despite his opposition.

Mar 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The European Prosecutor's Office investigates whether community funds were misappropriated for the works on the Adamuz tracks

The European Prosecutor's Office is investigating potential misappropriation of EU funds related to the railway works in Adamuz, Córdoba, which were linked to a tragic train accident.

Mar 20 • 06:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Why do Poles earn more than Slovaks now?

The average salary in Poland has surpassed that of Slovakia for the first time, leading to discussions about the economic factors contributing to this shift.

Mar 19 • 12:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

There is hope: EU leaders and Zelensky used letter diplomacy to negotiate with Orbán

EU leaders are employing letter diplomacy to resolve Hungary's ongoing veto on funds intended for Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions.

Mar 18 • 19:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

"Expectations are very low, I don't think credit will be unlocked": Orban does not yield to the EU and Ukraine will reach the April deadline without receiving aid

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is unlikely to lift his veto on a €90 billion EU aid package for Ukraine, leading to concerns that Ukraine will not receive necessary funds by April.

Mar 18 • 19:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Orbán rejected the EU's offer to 'save face' in the Druzhba pipeline case: 'No oil, no money,' he insists

Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán has rejected the EU's offer for assistance in repairing the Druzhba pipeline, citing a lack of oil and funds as reasons for his ongoing veto against EU support for Ukraine.

Mar 18 • 11:04 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Kaliňák also starts on the bypass around Zvolen. We can obtain EU funds more easily for military roads, he says

Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák announces plans for an 11-kilometer bypass around Zvolen as part of a military logistics initiative.

Mar 16 • 17:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Millions for NGOs close to Hlas / Coalition fights against 'political NGOs', labor ministry distributes EU funds for organizations affiliated with Hlas

The Slovak Ministry of Labor under Erik Tomáš has distributed nearly 10 million euros in EU funds, with a significant portion going to NGOs associated with the political party Hlas.

Mar 16 • 16:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Yiannis Panagopoulos: A "hole" of 3.2 million euros in the asset disclosure of the president of GSEE

The president of GSEE, Yiannis Panagopoulos, is under scrutiny for failing to declare 3.2 million euros in asset disclosures for the past five years, linked to the alleged embezzlement of state and EU funds.

Mar 16 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Sharp dispute over money for weapons. I won't let Western banks profit, the president retorted to Tusk

Poland plans to obtain funds for military modernization under the EU SAFE program despite the president's veto on the loan conditions, drawing sharp criticism from the ruling coalition.

Mar 13 • 14:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The use of EU funds for strengthening defense has caused sharp disputes in Poland

A controversial veto by the Polish president over EU defense funding has sparked a political crisis regarding national security issues in Poland.

Mar 13 • 12:23 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

"Broad daylight robbery": MEPs demand von der Leyen punish Hungary over Ukraine

35 Members of the European Parliament have urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to take action against Hungary for seizing Ukrainian cash-in-transit guards and funds.

Mar 12 • 19:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dispute over EU funds: How Poland is jeopardizing its defense

Poland is set to receive 44 billion euros from the EU to enhance its defense, but both the president and opposition express concerns about dependence on Germany.

Mar 11 • 16:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvia Will Not Use 2.2 Billion Euros of EU Funds Designated for Security; 'Rail Baltica' Implementers Call it a Mistake

Latvia has declined to utilize over 2 billion euros in EU funds earmarked for security, a decision criticized by implementers of the 'Rail Baltica' project as a strategic error.

Mar 11 • 13:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

EU prepares key funds for Ukraine even without Orbán and Fico, writes Politico

The EU intends to provide crucial financial support to Ukraine despite opposition from Hungary and Slovakia.

Mar 11 • 12:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

2.07 billion euros remained unused from last year's state budget

Last year, 2.07 billion euros of the state budget remained unused in Estonia due to various financial management issues including slow EU fund transfers.

Mar 11 • 11:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Like a loan for a house", "square zlotys". Jarosław Kaczyński on SAFE

Jarosław Kaczyński discussed the implications of Poland's veto regarding the EU's SAFE financial instrument, asserting that the government plans to utilize the funds despite restrictions.

Mar 11 • 10:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Hungary is trying to open the Russian oil pipeline by holding Ukraine's money hostage

Hungary is delaying an EU loan to Ukraine, demanding repairs to the damaged Druzhba oil pipeline before releasing funds.

Mar 10 • 17:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The 'Polish SAFE' as an alternative to EU funds? Meeting of Tusk, Nawrocki, and Glapiński

The article discusses the proposal of the 'Polish SAFE 0%' program as an alternative to EU funding, examining its characteristics, potential legal and technical barriers, and implications for operation costs and inflation.

Mar 10 • 10:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor. Stop Hungary's EU contributions and give the money to Ukraine

The article argues for stopping EU contributions to Hungary and redirecting those funds to support Ukraine instead, criticizing Viktor Orbán's influence in EU politics.

Mar 9 • 14:32 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Red Monopoly at the Media Festival Funded by EU Money

Florence is set to host the 'Voices Festival', a European journalism and media freedom festival funded by EU funds but criticized for featuring predominantly left-leaning guests.

Mar 9 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Recovery Fund: Another assessment begins - Goal is not to lose a single euro

Greece is starting another evaluation of its National Plan 'Greece 2.0' this week to ensure effective use of EU recovery funds and to avoid losing any upcoming disbursements.

Mar 8 • 16:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Orbán stops transports and funds to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has blocked EU support and funding for Ukraine, making it a key issue in his political survival efforts.

Mar 6 • 10:02 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Zelensky's Threat: I Will Report Orban's Number to Our Forces If €90 Billion Is Not Unblocked

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a strong warning regarding the unblocking of €90 billion in EU financial aid, criticizing Hungary's Viktor Orban, and expressing a readiness to escalate the matter if the funds remain stalled.

Mar 5 • 17:59 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Orban threatens force over oil dispute; Zelensky says Ukrainian army could 'speak' to one EU funds blocker

Ukrainian President Zelensky warns of consequences if Hungary continues to block EU funds necessary for Ukraine's defense amidst escalating tensions with Prime Minister Orban.

Mar 5 • 16:28 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Scandal OPEKEPE: 'Blank Pages' Instead of Leases and Million Euro Holes in Subsidies

A significant trial is underway involving 25 individuals accused of defrauding EU agricultural subsidies amounting to over €250,000, highlighting systemic failures in the oversight of such funds in Greece.

Mar 5 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Nawrockis proposes a 'sovereign' alternative to 43 billion euro EU defense loans

K. Nawrockis has introduced an alternative proposal in response to Poland's requirement for parliamentary approval to access EU defense funds, amid ongoing opposition criticism.

Mar 5 • 09:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Conflict of interests and muddled millions - EISA received a warning from auditors

EISA, one of Estonia's largest funding agencies, faces criticism from auditors regarding the management of support funds and a conflict of interest involving its leader, Mait Palts.

Mar 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A regional anti-corruption platform is being created to protect funding for Ukraine's recovery

Lithuania's STT announced the formation of a regional anti-corruption platform to safeguard EU and national funds allocated for Ukraine's reconstruction.

Mar 4 • 07:58 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek Kutarba: Indeed, thanks to money from SAFE, Poland will make purchases in the USA

Poland's acquisition of funds from the EU SAFE program is set to enable significant military purchases from the U.S., which could impact the upcoming political landscape.

Mar 3 • 06:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Farmer sentenced for illegally obtaining EU subsidy funds

A farmer in Lithuania was sentenced for submitting forged documents to receive a €15,000 subsidy for purchasing a tractor.

Mar 2 • 14:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Fraud with EU Funds: EU Investigators Warn of Europe's 'Criminal Industry'

European prosecutors highlight alarming trends of increasing fraud with EU funds, emphasizing the need for stronger oversight.

Mar 2 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Fraud with EU Funds: EU Investigators Warn of Europe's 'Criminal Industry'

EU investigators are sounding the alarm over a rising trend of fraud involving EU funds, highlighting recent searches of Commission offices amid allegations of misconduct during property sales.

Mar 2 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 17:52 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The EU states that member states will be able to use bloc funds to ensure access to safe abortions

The EU has announced that member states can voluntarily utilize existing social funds to support access to safe abortions for vulnerable women and girls.

Feb 27 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇹 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 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The EC allocated €360.4 million of RRF funds to Lithuania

The European Commission has approved a payment of €360.4 million to Lithuania as part of its Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) plan, focusing on green technology and renewable energy projects.

Feb 27 • 13:23 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

EU countries can use funds to help women with abortion

Jon Stephensen reveals in an interview that he was offered a considerable sum by officials from the Moderates party to resign from his mandate, which he declined.

Feb 27 • 13:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Abortion funded by EU funds. Ordo Iuris rumbles

A European initiative advocating for safe and accessible abortion by suggesting EU funding received significant support, including nearly 45,000 signatures from Poland.

Feb 27 • 10:20 UTC
🇵🇱 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 • 06:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Money That Keeps Putin's War Alive

The ongoing war in Ukraine faces a funding crisis as both sides rely heavily on international support, while Ukraine reportedly runs out of funds amidst delayed EU aid and expanding trade relations between Russia and China.

Feb 27 • 06:21 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

EU countries can utilize funds to pay for safe abortions

EU countries are enabled to use certain funds to finance safe abortion procedures.

Feb 26 • 21:28 UTC
🇩🇰 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 • 16:01 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 15:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Will PiS suspend Dworczyk? Over statements about SAFE

The Polish government may receive approximately €43.7 billion from the European Union through the SAFE program to modernize its defense, while opposing politicians express concerns over funds flow.

Feb 26 • 10:47 UTC

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