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European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas has called for an end to actions aimed at closing the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the EU's support for international maritime law and condemnation of threats from Iran.

The European Union has called for a moratorium on attacks against energy and water facilities amid the US-Israel-Iran conflict that has significant impacts on global energy markets.

The European Council calls for all parties in the Middle East conflict to de-escalate tensions and respect international law, condemning Iranian attacks on regional countries.

The EU has urged all parties in the Iran conflict to respect international law, emphasizing a need for de-escalation, while notably omitting mention of the US and Israel in its statements.

The CJEU ruled that EU law does not permit the automatic collection of fingerprints from every individual detained by national authorities, based on a case involving a French man arrested for organizing an unauthorized assembly.

The EU Court has overturned the German government’s price cap on rail tolls, impacting local and regional train services.

Czech President Pavel opposes changes to the constitution that would limit his authority over appointing heads of permanent missions to international organizations, which include major entities like the EU and NATO.

Turkey has sent a letter to NATO, the European Union, and the United States protesting the transfer of Greek Patriot missiles to Karpathos, claiming it violates international law.

A Hungarian court has decided not to recognize Croatian court judgments against Zsolt Hernádi, citing serious violations of his fundamental human rights during the legal proceedings.

The European Court of Justice has declared Germany's cap on track pricing in regional and local rail transport invalid, citing conflicts with EU law that restrict flexibility for rail network operators.

The European Commission has unveiled EU Inc., a new corporate law framework aimed at simplifying the process of establishing companies in the EU.

The European Court of Justice ruled that a German Catholic organization cannot dismiss an employee for officially leaving the Catholic Church, which is deemed a serious breach of loyalty.

Slovakia's ruling coalition has overturned a previous law aiming to restructure its whistleblower protection office, fearing loss of EU funding.

The European Commission's new proposal for a legal structure called 'EU Inc.' aims to streamline regulations for start-ups across the EU, fostering growth and innovation.

The European Court of Justice ruled that a Caritas employee's job termination following her resignation from the Catholic Church was unjustified, highlighting the evolving legal boundaries of church employment law in Germany.

A European Court ruling has determined that church-affiliated institutions cannot automatically terminate employees solely for leaving the church, particularly if church membership is not required for their positions.

A recent podcast discusses the troubling collaboration between conservative and right-wing factions in the EU Parliament, which raises concerns about shared policy agendas.

Former EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell criticized the European Commission's leadership for favoring U.S. and Israeli interests over international law regarding military actions against Iran.

The article discusses the Polish government's maneuvering around the president's veto and the potential implications for political accountability.

The EU's new corporate law draft aims to simplify startup scaling across Europe, but economists believe it does not meet expectations.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has expressed doubts about the effectiveness of a rules-based international order in safeguarding EU interests amid growing geopolitical complexities.

President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a law implementing the EU's SAFE mechanism, citing potential long-term debt risks for Poland.

The captain of the Russian tanker Sea Owl 1 has been arrested in Sweden on suspicion of using false documents.

The article discusses the implementation of the EU's right to be forgotten in Estonia and its implications for the legal and cultural landscape.

The EU navigates a complex diplomatic landscape as it condemns Iran's repression while advocating for democracy without aligning too closely with US-Israeli military actions.

Tensions in the Polish Sejm rose sharply following President Nawrocki's decision regarding the SAFE program, leading to heated debates and potential consequences for EU military funding.

General Roman Polko argues that the presidential veto against the SAFE law threatens Poland's national security and could lead to a Polexit from the European Union.

Radoslav Procházka discusses the legal implications of social support for migrants in Slovakia.

President Karol Nawrocki has officially announced his veto regarding the implementation of the EU's SAFE program, prompting Prime Minister Donald Tusk to convene an extraordinary government meeting to initiate a 'Plan B'.

Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a law related to the EU's SAFE program, leading to a strong political reaction from the opposition and PiS member Przemysław Czarnek.

Poland's President Karol Nawrocki announced he would not sign a law allowing the country to join the EU loan instrument SAFE for military capability development.

The Polish government is preparing for an extraordinary meeting to discuss President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the EU financial instrument implementation law called SAFE.

The Polish President vetoed the law allowing the country to take a €44 billion loan from the EU for defense, arguing that Poland's security should not depend on foreign decisions.

Karol Nawrocki announced his intention to veto the SAFE law, citing concerns over its long-term financial implications for Poland.

The President of Poland, Karolis Nawrockis, has vetoed a law that would allow the country to access nearly 44 billion euros in defense loans from the European Union, emphasizing the need for Poland to strengthen its military on its own terms.

The Swedish Coast Guard has boarded the Sea Owl 1, a 228-meter vessel flagged to Comoros, suspected of sailing under false registration and listed under EU sanctions.

Poland's President blocks a law that would secure billions from the EU arms fund, citing concerns over national independence and security.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has vetoed a law that would allow Poland access to nearly €44 billion in EU-facilitated defense loans, citing concerns over national sovereignty.

The EU Court has ruled that trans individuals in EU member states must be issued identity documents that reflect their chosen gender to prevent discrimination.

In the latest episode of the SZ podcast 'German-American Friendship,' hosts discuss Donald Trump's actions regarding the Iran war and the lack of criticism from the EU.

The European Court of Justice has ruled that trans individuals' identities must be recognized in their documents across EU member states, determining that Bulgaria's refusal to update a trans woman's civil registration breaches EU law.

Legislative changes in Poland are raising concerns about the future of competition in regional rail transport.

The EU Court's Advocate General Tamara Ćapeta suggests that the Czech Republic and Hungary violate EU law by allowing police interrogations of suspects without lawyer presence.

The LRT claims that proposed legislative amendments would undermine its independence and violate EU media freedom norms.

Kostas Arvanitis criticizes the European Commission President's statement on the EU's foreign policy, linking it to a disregard for international law.

An interview discusses the current status of Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts and their significance for EU accession.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has signed three new laws that will affect the functioning of associations, the employment of law students in courts, and reporting requirements under the EU's CSRD directive.

MEPs have decided to weaken the surveillance law in the EU.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed the EU's unwavering commitment to international law following backlash from her earlier comments about the end of the rules-based world order.

The Polish president, Karol Navrockis, declined to sign a law allowing access to nearly €44 billion in EU defense loans, citing concerns over increasing dependency on Brussels.