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EU downplays jet fuel shortage risks despite IEA warning
EU officials and the International Energy Agency have contrasting narratives over jet fuel supply. While the European commission minimises the risk, it acknowledges that the market remains “tight” and says the EU is prepared to respond appropriately.
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European far-right faces uncertainty after Orbán’s setback
The European far-right Patriots for Europe are facing uncertainty after Viktor Orbán’s electoral setback in Hungary raised questions about his future role in the party he helped create. A rally in Milan on Saturday will serve as an early test of the party's cohesion and political momentum.
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Gepard anti-aircraft gun proves its worth in Ukraine, four years on
Four years after Berlin's decision to deliver it, it has become clear that the once decommissioned Gepard tank is now a key system in Ukraine's air defence — and one of the most effective "drone killers" in the fight against Russia.
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Europe-led coalition prepares mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz
A group of more than 40 countries is meeting in Paris to finalise early plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The France and UK-led coalition insists the operation will only kick in when the war is over. Countries say they are ready to send warships, personnel and demining support.
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EU rushes to Budapest talks with Magyar team to unlock frozen funds
European Commission officials are due to meet the team of Hungary’s prime minister-designate, Péter Magyar, in Budapest on Friday, just five days after his election victory, to begin the process of unfreezing €17 billion in EU funds, with Ukraine-related disputes also on the agenda.
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EU to slash power bills by cutting taxes and grid costs
The Commission's draft proposal to change energy taxation risks being politically sensitive as several EU countries have limited fiscal space. Environmental groups urge Brussels to propose a windfall profit tax to help EU capitals deal with soaring energy prices.
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Zelenskyy says Patriot missile shortage 'could not be any worse'
Ukraine’s shortage of Patriot missiles could not be worse than it already is, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as the US Vice President, JD Vance, called ending aid to Ukraine "one of the proudest" achievements of the Trump administration.
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Magyar calls on Orbán to lift veto on Ukraine loan before his exit
If oil flows resume through the Druzhba pipeline, then Viktor Orbán should lift his "technical veto" on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, Péter Magyar said. Brussels is already laying the groundwork to make the first payment.
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EU cracks down on Chinese goods bypassing tariffs via Belt and Road
The European Commission has targeted glass fibre produced by Chinese firms using the Belt and Road initiative to bypass EU trade defences. However industry and unions warn the measures fall short and imports may continue to rise.
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One million signatures call to suspend EU-Israel association agreement
Citizens Initiative calling for the full suspension of the EU–Israel Association Agreement has reached the one million signatures required to trigger a response from the European Commission and the European Parliament.
