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The EU has seen the most dramatic changes of its history in the span of seven days.

28/02/2022

In Amenas, a gas field, jointly operated by British oil giant BP, Norway's Statoil and state-run Algerian energy firm Sonatrach, in eastern Algeria near the Libyan border.

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Europe looks for alternate gas solutions but could it be left in cold?

The continent is largely reliant on imports of gas to meet its energy needs.

15/02/2022

Ukrainian Territorial Defense Forces, the military reserve of the Ukrainian Armes Forces, take part in a military exercise near Kiev on December 25, 2021.

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Which EU countries are helping Ukraine militarily?

Some member states are opposed to providing military supplies and weapons, where as others, are in favour.

07/02/2022

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EU's Takuba military taskforce in Sahel caught between France and Mali

Tensions between Paris and Bamako are having an impact on the deployment of European forces in the Sahel region.

03/02/2022

Steam rises from the cooling tower of the nuclear power plant of Gundremmingen, Bavaria, Friday, Dec. 31, 2021.

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Why is the EU's green label for nuclear and gas so controversial?

The bloc's taxonomy classification system for sustainable financing is being called into question over fears of greenwashing.

01/02/2022

A red traffic light is seen next to the entrance of the World Trade Organization (WTO) headquarters

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Why is the EU taking China to the WTO over its Lithuania dispute?

Brussels says it went to the World Trade Organization after failing to settle the dispute with China.

28/01/2022

This picture taken on August 13, 2021, in Moscow, shows Russian ruble coins and banknotes pictured next to Russian ruble sign.

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How could the EU respond if Russia invades Ukraine?

Moscow’s continuing escalation of the situation at the border with Ukraine means Brussels is having to weigh up its options in the event of an attack.

25/01/2022

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What is Nord Stream 2 and how does it link to Russia-Ukraine crisis?

Approval of the natural gas pipeline has been put on hold since last September.

24/01/2022

Spain's Economy Minister Nadia Calvino, left, speaks with Luxembourg's Finance Minister Yuriko Backes, right, and European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde.

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What is the EU's Stability and Growth Pact and why is it important?

The bloc's fiscal rulebook has been suspended until next year to stave off any unwanted economic consequences of the pandemic.

18/01/2022

MEPs voting in the European Parliament in January 2020.

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Who's running to be the European Parliament's next president?

The election will be held on Tuesday in Strasbourg.

17/01/2022

Lithuanian and European Union flags fly outside the Lithuanian Embassy in Beijing, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.

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Brussels backs Lithuania in row with China over Taiwan

Vilnius and Brussels have said Beijing has stopped clearing customs for products from Lithuania.

14/01/2022

Steam rises from the cooling tower of the nuclear power plant of Gundremmingen, Bavaria, Germany, Friday, Dec. 31, 2021.

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EU divided on gas & nuclear energy but what do countries rely on most?

France is the most dependent country on nuclear energy, while Italy is the most reliant on natural gas.

04/01/2022

French President Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech during a press conference on France assuming EU presidency, Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021.

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Six takeaways as Macron unveils priorities of French EU presidency

From reforming Schengen to defending Europe's social model, here are six key takeaways from Macron's speech as he unveiled France's priorities for its upcoming EU presidency.

09/12/2021

Vice-President Dombrovskis said the EU will not accept intimidation tactics from foreign governments.

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EU is vowing to fight against economic coercion. How far will it go?

"We will not accept intimidation tactics," said Valdis Dombrovskis, the European Commission's Vice President.

08/12/2021

German leaders hold the coalition agreement signed between the SPD, the Greens and the FDP to form a federal government in Berlin, Tuesday, Dec 7, 2021

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What will Germany's new government mean for the EU?

Socialist Chancellor Olaf Scholz takes the reins in Berlin, meaning the bloc’s approach to some of its core issues could be about to change.

07/12/2021

Spain first to receive EU pandemic recovery funds, as other countries lag behind

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Spain first to receive EU pandemic recovery funds as others lag behind

With the Spanish government set to be the first to receive money from NextGeneration EU, the state-of-play for other member states is much different.

06/12/2021

Lights candles forming the shape of a red ribbon during an awareness event organised on the eve of the 'World AIDS Day' in India

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World AIDS Day: Fight against HIV being forgotten amid COVID pandemic

During the first year of the COVID pandemic, 40 countries, mostly in Africa, reported a decline in HIV testing, vital to preventing the spread of the virus.

01/12/2021

The Portuguese government has declared a state of calamity due to the worsening evolution of the pandemic.

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As pandemic worsens, Portugal re-imposes COVID-19 travel restrictions

Under new rules, entry to Portugal will be subject to a negative coronavirus test, even for fully vaccinated EU travellers.

29/11/2021

Products made in deforested lands in the Amazon would be banned from entering the EU single market under the new rules.

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Explained: How the EU plans to ban products linked to deforestation

The European Commission has published an initial list of targeted products, covering soy, beef, palm oil, cocoa and coffee, as well as wood.

17/11/2021

Soldiers of 1AD attend a color casing ceremony of the First Armored Division at the US Army Airfield in Wiesbaden, Germany. 2011

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Word of the Week: Strategic Compass

Much as been said about EU's newest tool, but what does it mean and where is this compass leading the bloc?

15/11/2021

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Analysis: In just one week, the EU has changed forever

Europe looks for alternate gas solutions but could it be left in cold?

Which EU countries are helping Ukraine militarily?

EU's Takuba military taskforce in Sahel caught between France and Mali

Why is the EU's green label for nuclear and gas so controversial?

Why is the EU taking China to the WTO over its Lithuania dispute?

How could the EU respond if Russia invades Ukraine?

What is Nord Stream 2 and how does it link to Russia-Ukraine crisis?

What is the EU's Stability and Growth Pact and why is it important?

Who's running to be the European Parliament's next president?

Brussels backs Lithuania in row with China over Taiwan

EU divided on gas & nuclear energy but what do countries rely on most?

Six takeaways as Macron unveils priorities of French EU presidency

EU is vowing to fight against economic coercion. How far will it go?

What will Germany's new government mean for the EU?

Spain first to receive EU pandemic recovery funds as others lag behind

World AIDS Day: Fight against HIV being forgotten amid COVID pandemic

As pandemic worsens, Portugal re-imposes COVID-19 travel restrictions

Explained: How the EU plans to ban products linked to deforestation

Word of the Week: Strategic Compass