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Bulgarian PM hits back against pro-Moscow label in Euronews interview

The Bulgarian prime minister is principal among EU leaders calling for talks with Moscow over its war on Ukraine, earning him a pro-Russia label.

The Cube

No, Macron can't wage war on Russia to remain in power

Allegations are circulating online that Macron will put France at war with Russia to postpone elections and stay in power as his second consecutive term comes to an end. However, the country's constitution makes this unfeasible in many ways.

Europe in Motion

Is Europe succeeding at closing the gender gap between men and women?

Europe continues to be a global leader when it comes to what is possible for men and women, but huge gaps exist between European countries, and full equality remains a very distant reality.

Europe Today

Greenland has ‘enough minerals’ for all investors, minister says

Martin Lidegaard, Danish Minister for Business and Competitiveness, said his country, Greenland and the US are “very satisfied” with the agreement on Greenland.

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Europe in Motion

Is Europe's renewable energy boom slowing down?

More than half of the EU's electricity comes from renewable sources; however, large gaps remain between countries.

The Europe Conversation

China trade rebalancing 'existential' for EU - Commissioner Séjourné

The EU Industry Commissioner warned that the EU will consider using punitive trade measures if Beijing does not rebalance the trade deficit, which costs the bloc thousands of jobs every week.

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Removing Usmanov from sanctions could make EU seem weak, Valys says

Vilnius strongly opposes France's push to remove Usmanov from Russian sanctions, its finance minister told Euronews. However, fears of the blacklist expiring will likely lead to his removal despite heavy backlash.

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Irish Finance Minister says Hormuz closure causing energy crisis

The Irish Finance Minister hit back against claims made by the US that Ukraine is causing the global energy crisis, saying de-escalation in the Middle East is the only solution.

Europe Today

'Lack of focus': Michel slams von der Leyen for 'very slow' progress

Speaking ahead of European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen's speech before parliament, ex-Council President Charles Michel told Euronews that she has failed to rise to the occasion of the EU's challenges.

The Europe Conversation

EU finally taking heed of Baltic warnings over Russia, Latvian PM says

The Latvian PM noted that the Baltics' sense of foreboding over Russian attacks on the EU come from their occupation. "We know the tricks; we knew the bully would show its muscles."

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AI 'hollowing out' youth's capabilities, PISA founder tells Euronews

The father of the world-famous standardised PISA tests warned that a dramatic decline in parental interest and tech-driven behavioural changes could be behind record-low student performances.

Europe Today

Europe's housing crisis has become an 'emergency', Commissioner warns

A "completely unacceptable" housing crisis in Europe is leaving many "normal people" unable to put a roof over their heads, the EU's housing commissioner has told Euronews, as he announced steps to crack down on short-term rentals.

World

'Turning blind eye' to AfD win further angers voters, analyst warns

Chancellor Merz's government must recognise the far-right AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt and voter discontent that led to the win, or further cement its downfall, an expert on East German politics warned.

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France 'will reject extremism' and Le Pen - minister Haddad

Polls suggest far-right veteran Marine Le Pen is on course to become France’s next president, though the race remains in its early stages. But EU minister Haddad says voters will reject her.

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Russian attacks on EU 'highly likely' to escalate, Lithuanian FM says

While commending Berlin for attributing the attempted Leipzig drone attack to Russia, Lithuania's foreign affairs minister warns stronger EU-wide deterrence is needed to prevent further escalation.

Brussels, My Love?

Podcast | Brussels eyes political reshuffles in London and Budapest

In a week of political upheaval in Europe, Hungary got rid of its president and the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade entered office. What does this mean for Brussels?

Brussels, My Love?

Podcast | Is social media over for under -13s in the EU?

The EU is edging closer to restricting social media for children. But this step would not be without contention. Why is it stirring debate? And what is needed to the ban's implementation?

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National sovereignty is 'gift for US and China', Enrico Letta says

The former Italian prime minister tells Euronews that, to be able to compete with Washington and Beijing, the EU must keep a united front, adding that "the true battle is for European sovereignty".

Europe Today

'Major health crisis looming over Venezuela,' emergency responder says

An EU expert who is on the ground in Venezuela to coordinate the bloc's response to the earthquake told Euronews that "the clock is ticking", adding that the nature of the support provided will shift to focus on medical assistance.

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EU will 'come to its senses' on Israel, former Netanyahu adviser says

A former Israeli national security adviser told Euronews that the EU, which he called "irrelevant", will come to its senses and "realise who are the good guys, and who are the bad."

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