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Breanna Stewart discusses the unresolved issues in negotiations between the WNBA and the players' union ahead of a critical deadline for a new collective bargaining agreement.

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

Korea GM and its labor union held negotiations regarding the closure of direct maintenance centers after the Lunar New Year, but failed to reconcile their positions.

The train drivers' union (GDL) has reached a wage agreement with the railways without resorting to strikes, marking a notable departure from previous decades of disruptive labor actions.

The German railway company Deutsche Bahn and the locomotive drivers' union GDL have reached an agreement on a new wage contract without any strikes or severe threats.

The Deutsche Bahn and the train drivers' union GDL have reached an agreement in wage negotiations without the threat of warning strikes after several days of talks.

The Deutsche Bahn and the GDL union reached an agreement in wage negotiations without the need for warning strikes, marking a significant milestone in labor relations since 2018.

The air traffic controllers' union has suspended protests planned for Friday while salary negotiations proceed, although their strike will continue over the weekend due to unresolved salary agreements.

Uruguay and Argentina have ratified the Mercosur-European Union trade agreement, becoming the first countries in the bloc to do so after 25 years of negotiations.

The air traffic controllers' union has suspended a planned strike for February 26 and 27 amid ongoing negotiations with EANA, with strikes set to continue until March 2 if no agreement is reached.

The Sutna union has escalated the dispute over the Fate plant's closure to the governor of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, following unsuccessful negotiations.

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

Ukraine is progressing towards EU membership despite political challenges, with significant negotiations currently underway in three key areas.

Concerns exist within the EU about the risks of pressuring Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán amidst critical negotiations regarding a loan to Ukraine and the upcoming parliamentary elections in Hungary.

Mazda and Mitsubishi Motors announced they fully met the labor union's demands for wage increases and bonuses during this year's labor negotiations, seeking to retain talent despite pressure from US tariffs.

Toyota Industries has agreed to a full monthly wage increase of 22,000 yen in response to the labor union's demands, marking the first resolution in the Toyota Group for this year’s spring labor negotiations.

Senate Democrats blocked a Republican-led attempt to fund the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a partial government shutdown as negotiations between both parties remain stalled.

This article discusses the ongoing negotiations and legislative actions between the Union and SPD in the German Bundestag, focusing on a new asylum package and labor law that are being introduced this week.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka as the chief negotiator for Ukraine's negotiations on joining the European Union.

Canada Post workers are set to vote on tentative agreements for a new contract with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers urging members to support the agreements after lengthy negotiations.

FATE has requested the eviction of its plant while the union demands the annulment of 920 layoffs amid stalled negotiations.

A union has issued a significant strike warning affecting nearly 1,500 entities in Finland's private social services sector amid ongoing collective bargaining negotiations.

Mario Reiß, the newly appointed leader of the German locomotive drivers' union GDL, is urging his strike-ready members to exercise restraint during ongoing negotiations with the railway company.

The Argentine government is set to meet with FATE, a major tire manufacturer, and the labor union to discuss the company's closure and employee layoffs amidst ongoing tension.

The defense ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the UK emphasize the need for strong security guarantees for Ukraine amid peace negotiations with Russia.

Samsung Electronics faces challenges in wage negotiations this year as unions fail to reach an agreement on performance pay levels.

The European Union aims to initiate membership negotiations with Ukraine promptly, as stated by European Council President Antoniu Košta.

The European Union is keen to begin formal negotiations regarding Ukraine's EU membership, although no specific timeline has been committed.

The article discusses how British political dynamics are perceived as prolonging the conflict in Ukraine, despite efforts by the U.S. to encourage peace negotiations.

The Chubu Electric Workers' Union has initiated wage negotiations without specifying amounts, following a fraud incident related to seismic data at the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant.

Tony Clark, executive director of the MLB Players Association, is expected to resign amid a federal investigation into alleged financial improprieties.

The Norwegian trade union LO aims to secure a wage increase of approximately 4% in upcoming negotiations, highlighting concerns over rising wage disparities.

Nursing assistants in Finland are set to strike as the JHL union warns of a labor dispute due to stalled negotiations in the private social services sector.

The Public and Welfare Sectors Union JHL has issued a new strike warning affecting work in the private social services sector from March 3 to 5.

A new strike warning from the JHL union aims to accelerate stalled negotiations in Finland's private social sector.

Lithuania's President Gitanas Nausėda stated that Russia is not prepared for peace negotiations and only pretends to engage in talks while attempting to demoralize the Ukrainian people.

The article discusses the proposal for the European Union to appoint a special representative for negotiations with Russia regarding the conditions to end the war in Ukraine, questioning the implications of such a move.

The Civil Police Union of Sergipe has declared a complete strike during Carnival due to stalled negotiations regarding professional improvements.

A teachers' strike in San Francisco has concluded after a tentative agreement was reached on wages and health benefits with the school district.

The Service Union PAM has resumed negotiations with platform company Wolt regarding the employment terms for couriers, notably involving a representative from the newly established couriers' union chapter.

The Argentine Chamber of Deputies has approved the ratification of the treaty between the European Union and Mercosur, signaling a significant step in international trade negotiations for Argentina.

Patricia Bullrich discussed the recent labor reform negotiations with labor unions and confirmed that the government does not plan to accept modifications proposed by the lower house.

Lufthansa pilots in Germany initiated a 24-hour strike affecting all flights departing from German airports, due to failed negotiations with their union regarding better pension benefits and working conditions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has responded to the European Union's initiative to discuss potential concessions from Russia in peace negotiations to end the war against Ukraine.

Negotiations between Korea GM and the labor union regarding the closure of the company's directly managed maintenance centers have stalled despite multiple meetings.

The EU's foreign affairs chief plans to outline demands for Russia to achieve sustainable peace in Ukraine, emphasizing that the pressure for terms should not fall solely on Ukraine.

Public transportation in Munich faced major disruptions due to a full-day warning strike called by the Verdi union amid ongoing wage negotiations, affecting subways, trams, and bus services.

Major updates from Germany include the government's rejection of Macron's proposals for Europe and ongoing salary negotiations involving Deutsche Bahn and the GDL union.

Negotiations aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts between employees and management at Dino chain stores have stalled, with union representatives expressing disappointment over the lack of meaningful discussions during the meeting.

European Union foreign affairs representative Kaja Kallas stated that the EU should formulate its demands from Russian President Vladimir Putin prior to initiating talks with the Kremlin.