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No-deal Brexit: Ending free movement ‘will directly hit EU nationals’

EU citizens living in the UK dismiss government assurances over their rights in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

Germany

Watch: Merkel sees 'possibilities' for Brexit compromise with UK

The German Chancellor wants to her Britain's proposals for an alternative to the backstop in a possible sign of compromise with Boris Johnson.

Europe News

The Brief: EU seeks solidarity over migration, UK ramps up No Deal preps

As another NGO ship is subject to a standoff over where to disembark, the EU urged member states to show the same 'spirit of solidarity' for the people aboard the Ocean Viking after six EU countries offered to take those aboard the Open Arms vessel.

United Kingdom

UK officials will stop attending most EU meetings from September

UK officials will stop attending most EU meetings from September 1 in order to focus on the future relationship of the UK and EU, the government said in a statement.

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United Kingdom

The Brief: European Council says Britain has not offered ‘realistic alternative’ to Irish backstop

The Brief: Britain hasn't offered a "realistic alternative" to the Irish backstop, European Council President Donald Tusk said in a tweet responding to Prime Minister Johnson's letter requesting that Brussels drop the policy.

Romania

Road fatalities: Which EU countries are the most dangerous?

More than 25,250 people were killed on European roads in 2017, according to the latest figures from Eurostat.

Business

US whiskey industry staggering as exports to EU fall through the floor

Since the imposition of tariffs, on June last year, the exports of U.S. whiskey fell more than 20%. If the EU - U.S. conflict gets worse, 'around 11,000 jobs are at stake'.

World News

What does it mean to be poor in Europe today?

Euronews is preparing a special series on inequality and poverty in Europe, key themes of the forthcoming G7 summit in France.

United Kingdom

'Operation Yellowhammer': Leaked memo warns of no-deal Brexit chaos

The document about preparations codenamed Operation Yellowhammer warns of a possible three month “meltdown” at Britain’s ports.

United Kingdom

The Brief: Opposition parties launch rival plans to avoid no-deal Brexit

With the clock ticking down to a no-deal Brexit, opposition parties have been launching rival plans to avoid a cliff-edge departure.

World News

There have been three times more wildfires in the EU so far this year

More than 1,600 wildfires have been recorded so far this year — more than three times the average amount recorded by the same time over the past ten years.

World News

Euroviews. Europe faces a health crisis if cannabis products are not regulated to protect consumers ǀ View

The CBD market needs to be regulated. It’s not about the CBD itself, but about the way the products are treated and manufactured. Europe has a reputation for protecting its citizens, but when it comes to cannabis, it’s lagging behind.

United Kingdom

UK's Corbyn: Oust Johnson, make me temporary PM to delay Brexit

In a letter, Corbyn said a "temporary government" led by him would delay Britain's departure from the EU and trigger a general election.

Italy

Spain willing to take in some migrants on Open Arms vessel, says Italy

It's not clear yet how many migrants Spain will be taking in.

Sweden

Automated sobriety check installed at Gothenburg port's ferry terminal

Drivers selected at random will have to submit to the test. If they fail, the gate remains closed and police is alerted.

Serbia

Serbia and Kosovo told to compromise and resume talks

Kosovo and Serbia have been told to put their differences aside so that both countries can resume membership talks with the EU.

Europe News

The Brief: Google's jobs search draws antitrust complaints from rivals

Google appears to be in the firing line again for anti-competitive behaviour in Europe. The European Union is being urged to investigate the US tech giant's jobs search tool.

World News

The Brief: Australia optimistic over potential of EU trade deal

Canberra and Brussels began talks in May 2018 and both sides of the negotiating table have clear demands.

Australia

EU to Australia: Stop calling your cheese Feta or Gruyere

At first glance, blocks of feta produced in Australia or in Greece are not as different as chalk and cheese. But for the European Union, they are.

Albania

Albania at 'end of beginning' of EU accession talks, says ambassador

Albania at "end of the beginning" of EU accession talks, says ambassador