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Merz suggests Ukraine’s EU bid may depend on territorial concessions
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday that Ukraine’s proposed timeline for EU membership is unrealistic, as debate over enlargement continues to intensify. “Zelenskyy had the idea of joining the EU on January 1, 2027. That will not work. Even January 1, 2028, is not realistic."
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How young people are hacking the border between Estonia and Latvia
In partnership with the European Commission
In the twin towns of Valga and Valka, an invisible line still divides two communities — even since the border between Estonia and Latvia disappeared. A new EU-funded project is inviting young people to fix that.
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US lawmakers urge EU not to water down deforestation law in review
After meeting US Ambassador to the EU Andrew Puzder on Monday, Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall said the top priority is to ensure the bloc’s anti-deforestation rules address the global challenge of deforestation, while continuing to support implementation and provide further clarification.