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

The president of Plus Ultra, Julio Martínez Sola, testified before the Spanish Senate, asserting that he had no doubt his airline could qualify for state aid, while denying any improper influence in the process.

The European Commission has approved a Greek state aid scheme of 400 million euros aimed at strategic investments in clean technologies.

The UN Aid Chief Tom Fletcher warns of a deteriorating humanitarian situation in South Sudan, highlighting the devastating impact of aid cuts and ongoing violence.

Ubatuba has declared a state of emergency and received humanitarian aid after significant rainfall caused severe damage in the city.

The São Paulo Civil Defense established a crisis cabinet to manage the response to severe rains on the state's coastline and dispatched humanitarian aid to the most affected municipalities.

A public law professor has criticized Joensuu city's handling of the competition for a €30 million music and cultural center, suggesting it may constitute hidden state aid.

The Mayors for a Guaranteed Income coalition criticized the cuts to federal aid programs, emphasizing the importance of state interventions to support economic stability amid ongoing economic hardships.

The Estonian government is seeking ways to assist dairy producers facing financial difficulties due to issues within the cooperative E-Piim.

Proposed amendments will allow state-funded legal assistance in constitutional court proceedings to be accessed at the stage of preparing constitutional complaints, making the court more accessible to socially disadvantaged people.

A joint UN convoy successfully delivered essential humanitarian aid to over 130,000 people in South Kordofan, Sudan, marking the first significant supply effort in three months.

The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications plans to prepare a state aid package of over one million euros to support the Finnish News Agency STT.

The Finnish government is preparing to provide €1.05 million in state aid to the Finnish News Agency (STT) to ensure its continued operation amidst challenging market conditions.

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦31,335,500 to the Kaduna State College of Education for student loans in the 2025/2026 academic session.

New York City Mayor Zahran Mamdani is set to propose raising the property tax for the first time in over twenty years to address a significant budget deficit.

U.S. President Donald Trump described Cuba as a 'failed state' while encouraging the country to seek an agreement with the U.S., ruling out direct intervention akin to that in Venezuela.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed ₦392.8 million in student loans to Delta State University, benefiting 1,854 students.

The U.S. has sent over six tons of medical supplies to Venezuela, indicating a new phase of international cooperation after years of tension.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a $311 million infrastructure aid package aimed at improving critical services in 37 communities across the state.

The FGC aims to limit its liability in a loan to BRB to aid in the state bank's restructuring after significant losses from past operations.

The article discusses concerns over proposed reduced VAT rates on beverages in Poland and whether such measures constitute prohibited state aid favoring specific businesses.

The article outlines the steps necessary for families to enroll their children to receive state school assistance in Argentina for the 2026 academic year.

Kyiv was attacked by ballistic missiles resulting in injuries and damage to residential buildings, while the city continues to face a state of emergency due to power outages.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has launched a committee to aid survivors and families impacted by a recent terrorist attack in the Woro community, focusing on rehabilitation and justice.

The Election-O-Mat, a decision aid for voters in Baden-Württemberg, is now available online, helping citizens identify which political party aligns with their views ahead of the upcoming state election.

The Wahl-O-Mat is an interactive tool designed to help voters in Baden-Württemberg find out which political party aligns most closely with their views ahead of the state election.

Polska Grupa Górnicza (PGG) requires additional financial support from the government due to declining coal production and market challenges.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has signed two decrees aimed at reforming State Medical Aid for undocumented immigrants, focusing on combating fraud and modernizing state IT systems.

A drone attack attributed to the Rapid Support Forces targeted a World Food Programme humanitarian convoy in Sudan's North Kordofan state, resulting in one death and several injuries.

The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential $185 million sale of spare parts and logistical support to Ukraine for maintaining U.S.provided military equipment.

The Federal Government has initiated the distribution of food and non-food palliatives to assist thousands of residents in Borno State as part of a broader program targeting the most humanitarian-affected areas in northern Nigeria.

The UN has suspended food aid in South Sudan due to violent attacks on a food convoy amid escalating conflict and humanitarian crises in Upper Nile state and Jonglei.

The Auto+ Plan launching in 2026 sets specific criteria for which cars can qualify for state aid, requiring the Zero label from the Traffic Directorate and adherence to price limits.

The Trump administration's transition from USAID to the America First Global Health Strategy has reshaped the management of U.S. global health aid by placing it under the State Department's control.

The Lithuanian Finance Ministry has proposed a project to allocate state reserve funds as minimal aid to farmers suffering losses due to frost, with specific amounts designated for municipalities such as Druskininkai, Alytus, and Pakruojis.

Housing associations in Estonia can now apply for state aid to improve basement security and living conditions, covering a significant portion of the costs involved.

The Lagos State Government has provided financial assistance to the businesses of 80 persons with disabilities through its Office for Disability Affairs.

Dr. Bukola Saraki has sent a delegation to support communities in Kwara State suffering from bandit attacks and console victims of the violence.

The government provided over 20 million euros in one-time financial support for newborn children in the past year as part of broader measures aimed at assisting families and promoting demographic renewal.

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has provided N35 million to fire victims in Ekiti State, with the government having spent approximately N100 million on similar incidents over the past year.

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has distributed N35 million to support victims of recent fire disasters in the state.

Tens of thousands in Portugal are still suffering from a lack of electricity, water, and communication six days after Storm 'Kristin', as the government increases disaster state measures and allocates 2.5 billion euros in aid amid criticism of their response speed.

The European Parliament working group's denial to hear from an IŽA expert blocks the opportunity to present legal arguments regarding a case won by IŽA against the European Commission about LRT funding compatibility with state aid rules.

Despite the Czech government's efforts to streamline the super-benefit system intended to aid low-income households, many eligible individuals do not apply due to misconceptions about their eligibility.

The Danish government has agreed to provide direct cash support to families with children, pensioners, benefit recipients, and students to address the rising cost of food.

The European Court of Justice dismissed appeals by Asempre and UNO concerning state aid to Correos, stating that they did not demonstrate direct harm.

The European Commission has introduced a legislative package for a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, with approximately two-thirds allocated for military aid and the rest for the general functioning of the state.

The Senate is investigating the Venezuelan airline Plus Ultra's connections to the government and the whereabouts of a 53 million public aid package used to settle a debt with Venezuela's state oil company.

The article discusses Tomio Okamura's statements regarding the importance of national defense over aid to Ukraine, amid controversy over Russian responsibility for past incidents in the Czech Republic.

Norway's Foreign Minister has announced a US$400 million aid package for Ukraine, focusing on the energy sector and state functionality, during a press conference in Kyiv.