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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WSJ: Europe has begun to respond to Trump's diplomats by saying it's none of your business

European officials are increasingly pushing back against the public interventions of Trump's diplomats in sensitive political debates.

Mar 3 • 18:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Opposition Warns of Inadequate Representation at Venice Commission Plenary Session

Lithuanian opposition leaders express concern over lack of representation at the upcoming Venice Commission plenary session.

Mar 3 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei, live: the latest measures of the Government

The article discusses the latest decisions made by President Javier Milei's government, including positive recognition from the European Union regarding trade agreements.

Mar 3 • 05:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Support from the Commission for the 'My Voice, My Choice' Initiative Raises Serious Legal Issues

The European Commission's support for the 'My Voice, My Choice' initiative highlights both the limits of EU jurisdiction on abortion and suggests a politically charged agenda.

Mar 2 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

In the Classroom, the MEP Freezes the Left

A Greek MEP highlights the ideological and economic ties between European leftists and Iran amidst rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 2 • 08:55 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

Von der Leyen: Khamenei's death gives hope

Following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, European leaders express renewed hope for the Iranian people to shape their future.

Mar 1 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

EU Support for Ukraine: Orbán and the End of Patience

The article discusses Hungary's Prime Minister Orbán's blockades against EU aid for Ukraine amidst rising tensions with European partners.

Feb 28 • 11:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Six Great Reads: Gisèle Pelicot, Olympic Politics and European Dating Tips

The article presents a collection of insights and opinions on current global issues and cultural topics, including international politics surrounding the US, the impact of politics on the Winter Olympics, and controversial aspects of royal affairs.

Feb 28 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Germany's Bundestag Approves Stricter Asylum Rules

Germany's Bundestag has approved a bill to tighten asylum rules while easing asylum seekers' access to the labor market, implementing EU directives into German law.

Feb 27 • 16:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Love in Times of War and Babiš in the Crosshairs of the European Commission

The article discusses implications surrounding the scrutiny of Czech Prime Minister Babiš by the European Commission amidst ongoing conflict in the region.

Feb 27 • 16:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Political posing during war. "Everyone quietly envies Zelensky"

The article discusses the phenomenon of political figures leveraging the war in Ukraine to enhance their public image and the shifting attitudes of European leaders towards military engagement.

Feb 27 • 15:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

European Union willing to accept that Trump imposes tariffs... with one condition

The European Union is open to a trade agreement with the U.S. that includes a universal 10% tariff on many exports, provided the U.S. lowers tariffs on key sectors such as pharmaceuticals and aircraft.

Feb 27 • 14:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni, the Italian Liberals and Europe

The article discusses how Donald Trump's actions have prompted European authorities to rethink their defense policies, with Italy and Prime Minister Meloni positioned at the center of this shift.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: the Government asked to activate the agreement with Mercosur and the European Union announced that it will be implemented from May

Following the approval of the Mercosur-European Union agreement by Congress, Javier Milei's government has urged activation of the trade pact, which will take effect from May.

Feb 27 • 12:10 UTC
🇱🇻 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 • 11:40 UTC
🇪🇸 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 • 11:03 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Analysis of the EC's abortion decision: A futile victory for pro-abortion advocates that even the right is not happy with

The European Commission's recent stance on abortion financing reflects ongoing contentious debates and differing reactions across the political spectrum in Europe.

Feb 27 • 10:01 UTC
🇱🇻 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 • 09:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Will there be a veto to SAFE? [POLITICAL PROGRAM]

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Poland's potential participation in the EU's SAFE program, which aims to enhance military capabilities, amid criticisms from the right-wing opposition.

Feb 27 • 09:41 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

European teenagers smoke more than in other parts of the world

Jon Stephensen refused a large sum of money offered by leaders of the Moderates party to resign from his mandate while on leave.

Feb 27 • 08:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Uruguay ahead of Argentina and becomes the first Mercosur country to approve the trade agreement with the EU

Uruguay has become the first Mercosur country to ratify the trade agreement with the European Union, gaining an edge over Argentina and Brazil.

Feb 26 • 17:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Outrage Erupted Over Sanna Marin's Book – Now the Ambassador Explains

The publication of Sanna Marin's book, 'Toivo on tekoja', in Polish has sparked significant backlash on social media, particularly from a European Parliament member who labeled it as socialist propaganda.

Feb 26 • 17:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Morawiecki does not hide his dislike for a party colleague. "Since you are currently an expert, then say"

Merely siding with a faction in the PiS party, Patryk Jaki engages with students, asserting that the party will not succumb to financial pressures or public opinion ahead of elections.

Feb 26 • 17:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Budget 2027: France Will Have to Make an Effort of 40 Billion Euros to Meet Its Commitments

France needs to find an additional 40 billion euros to meet its fiscal commitments to the European Union by 2027.

Feb 26 • 17:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The K Block Leader in the Senate Clashed with Abdala Over a Fast-Track Voting Attempt for LLA: "Will You Drop Your Pants If We Vote by Majority?"

The leader of the Kirchnerist bloc in the Argentine Senate, José Mayans, criticized Bartolomé Abdala for attempting to facilitate a fast-track vote on a trade agreement with the European Union, using provocative language to express his discontent with the lack of proper discussion.

Feb 26 • 16:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

MMR is working on a response to the European Commission's letter regarding Babiš's conflict of interest

The Czech Ministry of Regional Development (MMR) is preparing a reply to a letter from the European Commission concerning allegations of conflict of interest involving ex-Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Feb 26 • 15:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

MEP from PiS expressed regret regarding TVN journalist. Party colleague mocks

Jacek Ozdoba, a Member of the European Parliament from PiS, expressed regret over comments made about journalist Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska, which were misinterpreted, while his party's affiliate mocked her.

Feb 26 • 14:34 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

A blow to woke and a wake-up call for European inaction

The article critiques the media's harsh treatment of Donald Trump, highlighting his controversial status and the challenges of understanding his divergence from traditional political norms.

Feb 26 • 11:00 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mitsotakis' remarks towards critics of agreements with Chevron, Exxon: 'Let not the professional worriers be disturbed'

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the agreements with Chevron and ExxonMobil during a cabinet meeting, pushing back against critics and emphasizing Greece's strategic role in European energy distribution.

Feb 26 • 09:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In the Balance Between Politics and Profit: How Rheinmetall Enters the Baltics

The article discusses the significant investment of German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall in Baltic countries, particularly Lithuania, reflecting on the broader European military production increase.

Feb 26 • 03:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Prime Minister: Iceland will hold a referendum on starting EU membership negotiations in the coming months

Iceland is set to hold a referendum on whether to initiate European Union membership negotiations, as confirmed by Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir.

Feb 25 • 17:08 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Direct: Meeting of Kristrún Frostadóttir and Donald Tusk

Kristrún Frostadóttir had a meeting with Donald Tusk, the former President of the European Council.

Feb 25 • 15:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The EU is at a crossroads. Six major states are stepping towards a coalition

The article discusses the current situation in the European Union as six major countries move toward forming a coalition.

Feb 25 • 12:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Political Forum / When Smer, Hlas, Progressive Slovakia, and Republic Meet

The article discusses a meeting between representatives of several Slovak political parties in the European Parliament regarding the sovereignty of Slovakia and the controversial EU initiative on abortion rights.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Bartulica guest of the first podcast 'Željka Markić & Narod.hr': The founders of the EU would be dismissed as right-wing extremists today

In the inaugural podcast episode of 'Željka Markić & Narod.hr', MEP Stephen Nikola Bartulica discusses his role in the European Parliament and the challenges he faces as a member from a smaller party.

Feb 25 • 09:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

PP, Vox, and Junts prevent the processing of Díaz's initiative to ban layoffs in companies relocating outside the EU

A right-wing majority in the Spanish Congress has blocked a proposal aimed at banning layoffs for companies relocating outside the European Union.

Feb 24 • 19:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Commentary: The Ukraine cause is not for everyone - report reveals astonishing information about European countries

On the fourth anniversary of the war in Ukraine, Finnish political leaders unitedly expressed support for Ukraine, while a report highlighted differing levels of commitment among European nations.

Feb 24 • 18:14 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Objection Exclusive: Why We Are Conducting the Social Media Ban Debate Wrongly in Germany

The article argues that the debate over age restrictions for social media usage in Germany overlooks the limited scope of EU member states' authority, necessitating a European-level resolution.

Feb 24 • 16:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Stubb's strong prediction about the war – Halla-aho: 'I don't consider it fruitful'

Finnish President Alexander Stubb believes Ukraine is winning the war against Russia, while Parliament Speaker Jussi Halla-aho emphasizes focusing on European and Western support for Ukraine instead of speculating about the war's outcome.

Feb 24 • 15:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

European Union after four years of war: between sanctions and political disagreements

The article discusses the challenges faced by the European Union in responding to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting criticisms of its slow and fragmented approach to sanctions.

Feb 24 • 10:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ušakov has left the board of the ‘Saskaņa’ party

Ušakov steps down from the board of the ‘Saskaņa’ party to focus on his role as the main rapporteur for the European Union's 2027 budget.

Feb 24 • 07:52 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Commission president and European Council chief arrive in Kyiv

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa have visited Kyiv to reaffirm Europe's support for Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion.

Feb 24 • 06:18 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

EU President Demands Support from Hungary for Joint Ukraine Decision

The President of the European Council, António Costa, expresses dissatisfaction in a letter to Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán regarding Hungary's blockade of a financial loan for Ukraine.

Feb 23 • 18:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the Show - V. P. Andriukaitis and Ž. Pavilionis Dispute: 'I Am Ashamed to Listen'

A heated debate between Lithuanian politicians V. P. Andriukaitis and Ž. Pavilionis highlights differing views on European Union positions regarding Belarus and the invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 23 • 17:37 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"Talk to the fascists", "Well Poisoner": Clash between Paolo Berizzi and Pina Picierno

A heated social media exchange erupts between journalist Paolo Berizzi and European Parliament Vice President Pina Picierno over a controversial interview she gave.

Feb 23 • 16:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Netherlands: The new government led by centrist Rob Jetten has been sworn in

The new Dutch government, led by centrist Rob Jetten, was sworn in today, marking the first openly gay prime minister in the country's history.

Feb 23 • 11:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

British publicists: Kaja Kallas has become a symbol of Brussels elite arrogance

British publicist Brendan O'Neill claims that Kaja Kallas has become the voice of the liberal elite in the EU, highlighting a significant divide between the political class and ordinary citizens.

Feb 23 • 09:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for the Environment: 'The Green Pact is still alive'

Jessika Roswall asserts the ongoing relevance of the European Green Deal amidst criticism from the far-right and highlights its importance for Europe's competitive advantage.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Kristen Michal: European democracies do not allow themselves to be turned into pawns and dictatorships

The Estonian Prime Minister delivered a traditional speech at the annual Republic of Estonia celebration at the Estonian National Museum in Tartu.

Feb 22 • 18:34 UTC

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