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EU ready to 'step up' Russia talks conditional to ceasefire - document

EU leaders are set to discuss the possibility of engaging in direct talks when they meet on 18-19 June. But the latest draft of the summit's conclusions suggests a mandate for a special envoy is still far away.

Europe Today

Birol warns Europe easing Russia sanctions would be a 'major mistake'

IEA chief says “knocking on Russia’s door” would be a repeat of past mistakes, even as the EU is rattled by a price shock stemming from the Strait of Hormuz shutdown. Agency warns of "biggest energy security crisis ever".

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EU ‘should not’ look to Russia for energy relief, Dombrovskis says

Exclusive: European Commissioner for the Economy Valdis Dombrovskis said Russia is milking the crisis in the Middle East for energy profits – and the EU will not ease on its sanction regime for cheaper oil or gas flows.

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Commission sides with Spain on EU cash for pensions row

Commission sides with Spain on EU cash for pensions row as the parliament calls for transparency in 'obtuse' deals. MEPs say allegations have already damaged mutual trust ahead of delicate budget talks.

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Lange: ‘We have other countermeasures ready’ if US disrespects EU deal

EU lawmakers approved the controversial Turnberry Agreement after Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on European cars. EU trade chief Bernd Lange called it Europe’s best shield against Trump-era trade shocks, while warning the bloc remains vulnerable to sudden White House moves.

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Spain keeps tilting right under Pedro Sánchez's progressive push

A regional vote in Andalusia points to a rightward shift in Spanish politics, despite Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s international push to position the country at the centre of progressive politics.

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Spanish row fuels north–south tensions ahead of tough EU budget talks

Spain is at the centre of a political storm after conservative politicians across Europe accused Madrid of using EU money to pay for pensions. Madrid denies it but the damage may be done as tough budget talks get underway.

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Syrian FM calls for 'comprehensive security framework' with Israel

Al-Shaibani calls for a return to the 1974 security agreement between Israel and Syria and demands the withdrawal from territories seized. Remarks coincide with high-level political dialogue between Damascus and Brussels.

Europe Today

'Forcing returns will lead to chaos in Syria,' Al-Shaibani says

Al-Shaibani held political discussion with the EU's top diplomat as the country looks for assistance to rebuild its economy. Kallas says Brussels can "accompany" transition but warns minorities must be protected.

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EU's Kos sets July deadline for Ukraine accession clusters

The Enlargement Commissioner has set a July deadline to open all of Ukraine’s accession clusters, urging member states to speed up the process. Newly appointed Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is set to play a key role.

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'EU ready to talk with US, but cannot erase rules,' trade chief says

After months of pressure from the US, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič told Euronews that Brussels has agreed to open a “digital dialogue” with Washington. Still, US tariffs on EU steel and aluminium remain.

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EU vows to fight ‘tooth and nail’ for industry after China threats

In an interview with Euronews, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said the European Union would stand its ground after China threatened retaliatory measures over plans to strengthen the bloc’s industrial policy.

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Magyar says EU money to arrive in Hungary 'soon' after Brussels trip

Hungary’s incoming prime minister hailed "productive" meetings in Brussels as he races to unlock billions in EU funding ahead of a summer deadline. Commission President von der Leyen vows to keep working together.

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Magyar to meet von der Leyen as Hungary races to access cash

Incoming Hungarian Prime Minister lands in Brussels for what is described as "informal, but urgent talks" with Commission chief von der Leyen. Budapest is facing a tight deadline to unlock EU funding choked during the Orbán era.

Europe Today

Europe can't 'rule out' a war with Russia, says Sanna Marin

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin believes Europe is "vulnerable" without Ukraine and demands the EU to build its "own" military capabilities and increase European nuclear deterrence.

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Orbán to skip his last EU summit after bruising electoral defeat

The tradition in Brussels states that departing leaders are paid homage by their peers and given a goodbye token when they attend their last summit. Not for Orbán as he is now expected to skip the gathering.

Europe Today

'Trump needs a better deal than Obama,' says former US envoy for Iran

Elliott Abrams, former US Special Representative for Iran, said in an exclusive interview with Europe Today that Benjamin Netanyahu “will follow” whatever US President Donald Trump decides regarding the war with Iran.

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Wars are 'failure of members, not UN' - General Assembly President

The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.

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Orbán or Magyar: EU braces for veto politics or a cautious reset

As Hungarians head to the polls on Sunday, the EU is preparing for two scenarios: continued obstruction under Orbán or a victory for Magyar that could reset relations, though Brussels remains cautious about both.

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Kurdish Iranian opposition: The Iranian regime is 'not trustworthy'

Speaking to Euronews, the exiled leader of the Kurdish Iranian opposition said that no one in the Iranian regime was “trustworthy”, downplaying claims from the US administration that Iranian officials were "reasonable” negotiators.

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