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Rattled Denmark hosts EU summit on drone wall, defence and Ukraine

Drone sightings in Denmark, including over military sites, have led to temporary airport closures.

Romania

Exclusive: Romania's president pushes for Moldova and Ukraine’s EU bid

In a joint interview with Euronews and Euronews Romania, Romanian President Nicușor Dan announced that technical negotiations for Moldova’s EU accession will begin following a pro-European vote, despite Hungary’s veto on Ukraine.

EU Decoded

EU and India seek closer relations in shadow of Russia

The European Commission has proposed a new EU-India Strategic Agenda, for the bloc to develop ties in trade and security with the world's most populous democracy. However, India's enduring alliance with Russia remains a source of disagreement between the two sides.

Europe News

EU leaders welcome Trump's Gaza plan, urge Hamas to accept it

European leaders, from Ursula von der Leyen to Emmanuel Macron, have reacted positively to Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza.

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EU mulls tweaking rules to end Hungarian veto on Ukraine's accession

Under a new plan pitched by European Council President António Costa, the opening of accession clusters will require a qualified majority, rather than the unanimity of all 27 member states.

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The Shadow War, Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews' editor in chief, EU news, Jeremy Fleming-Jones.

Moldova

Moldova's pro-EU party wins high-stakes parliamentary election

Moldovans voted on Sunday in a ballot mired by fears of Russian interference.

World News

Orban and Fico lambast EU over plans to phase out Russian oil and gas

Hungary and Slovakia remain among the only countries in Europe to continue purchasing Russian oil and natural gas following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Moldova

Polls open in Moldova's parliamentary elections

Police have arrested many people in hundreds of raids leading up to the vote as reports of Russian interference and planned disturbances plagued what many believe is the most consequential election in the country’s recent history.

Moldova

Moldova bars pro-Russian party from Sunday's crucial elections

The Heart of Moldova party is one of four in the Russia-friendly Patriotic Electoral Bloc, viewed as one of the main opponents of the ruling pro-Western Party of Action and Solidarity.

Europe News

EU launches drone wall to 'detect and destroy'

The drone wall will focus on detection and intervention, said Andrius Kubilius, the European Commissioner for Defence.

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Brussels pitches €140 billion loan for Ukraine using Russia's assets

Brussels believes it can issue a €140 billion loan to Ukraine using Russia's frozen assets without engaging in outright confiscation.

Libya

Bodies of suspected migrants found in Libyan desert, aid groups say

Libya, which shares borders with six countries and has a long coastline along the Mediterranean, has been a main transit point for migrants trying to reach Europe.

Europe News

The EPP launches scrutiny process over the membership of Vučić's party

Developments on the ground in Serbia and possible ties with Russia put the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in the spotlight.

Europe News

EU signs €400 million financial agreement for Palestine

The European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed a financing facility with the Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) to support the Palestinian private sector, amid rising tensions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.

Europe News

The new age of weaponisation lays bare Europe's weaknesses

Does the EU have what it takes to survive in the age of weaponisation? Recent events have cast light on the crucial question.

Moldova

Moldova's PM accuses Russia of using elections to 'take power'

Moldovan authorities have accused Russia of conducting a hybrid war to try to derail the country’s EU path by meddling in elections, illicitly funding pro-Russian parties and running disinformation campaigns.

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Hungary rebuffs Trump's call to cut Russian oil imports

Hungary said that alternative routes wouldn't suffice to replace Russian pipeline oil, after Donald Trump warned he would call Viktor Orbán to tell him to stop buying Russian oil. Experts say Hungary could use EU funds for the decoupling.

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EU to propose tariffs on Russian oil amid pressure from Trump

Putting tariffs on Russian oil will make it increasingly expensive for Hungary and Slovakia to maintain their energy ties with Moscow.

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EU countries agree to dilute rules on water quality standards

Green groups regret lax environmental standards on pharmaceuticals, voluntary monitoring and late compliance dates from the political agreement reached on the Water Framework Directive’s revision.

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