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European leaders urge immediate de-escalation between Israel and Iran

The military attacks between Israel and Iran have caused alarm across Europe, with leaders calling on both parties to immediately de-escalate.

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EU long-term budget: Is health funding on the chopping block?

As new priorities demand greater resources, the health sector risks significant cuts in the upcoming long-term EU budget.

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Pork, EVs, and diplomatic reset: EU-China trade fight heats up

A new wave of trade tensions is unfolding between the European Union and China, just weeks ahead of a pivotal summit in Beijing set for mid-July 2025.

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EU proposes fresh sanctions on Russia's oil, banks and Nord Stream

The latest proposal of EU sanctions comes ahead of a summit of G7 leaders, where the revision of the price cap on Russian oil will be high on the agenda.

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Landmark High Seas Treaty now ‘inches away’ from ratification

The High Seas Treaty, adopted in 2023, would allow countries to establish marine protected areas in international waters.

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European Commission chief unveils EU ocean pact at UN conference

The EU pact aims to restore natural habitats in oceans and promote the competitiveness of the maritime industry.

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EU unveils Ocean Pact ahead of UN conference in France

The EU is hoping to position itself as a leader in marine protection ahead of a UN summit on preserving the world's oceans next week.

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EU confident it will avoid 500% tariffs from US Senate sanctions bill

The bill promoted by Senators Graham and Blumenthal would impose 500% tariffs on all countries, including those in Europe, that buy Russian energy.

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Von der Leyen backs 'bone-crushing' US Senate bill to sanction Russia

The Senate bill envisions 500% tariffs on countries that buy Russian fossil fuels. If applied as intended, it would target several EU countries.

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Von der Leyen awarded Charlemagne Prize for promoting European unity

In her acceptance speech, Ursula von der Leyen outlined key priorities for Europe’s future: stronger defence, greater innovation, EU enlargement and the protection of democracy and resilience.

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EU tariff offer still on the table, says EU Commission

Despite pressure over the weekend from the US, the EU said its offer on tariffs remains in play.

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MEPs on special mission to Washington, Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews' senior trade reporter Peggy Corlin.

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Europe’s struggle to prepare for armed aggression

With its ReArm EU plan, the European Commission wants to prepare the EU for a US military withdrawal from the bloc. But, can it move swiftly enough?

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EU and UK reach fishing and defence deals hours before first summit

Talks between the two sides went down to the wire as the EU stuck to its stance that nothing is agreed until everything is agreed and Prime Minister Starmer faces political headwinds at home.

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EU and UK chase deal amid wrangling over closer ties

In a first since Brexit, the EU and UK are meeting to forge closer ties. However, will disagreement on the others' demands dash hopes of Starmer’s desired Brexit reset?

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Von der Leyen pitches new EU sanctions on Russian energy and banks

The next round of EU sanctions against Russia will target banks, the shadow fleet and Nord Stream, Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday.

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EU must lead on climate in light of US 'stupidity', says Mary Robinson

Robinson urged the EU to step up on climate and criticised the US's "stupid" climate approach. This comes as the EU scales back its climate ambitions.

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Commission's Pfizergate loss hailed as ‘victory for transparency’

The EU Court ruled against the Commission for failing to justify its refusal to release texts between von der Leyen and Pfizer’s CEO. Critics say the Commission’s actions undermine public trust and accountability, calling for greater transparency in decision-making.

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EU Commission loses on all counts in Pfizergate legal case

The EU’s top court annulled the Commission’s decision to deny the newspaper New York Times access to messages exchanged between President Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, finding that the EU executive failed to plausibly explain why it does not possess the texts.

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Ukraine’s diplomatic checkmate, and where it leaves Putin

All eyes will be on Turkey this Thursday, where peace talks between Russia's and Ukraine's presidents are slated to occur. Will Putin show face? And if he doesn't, where does this leave him?