A U.K. diplomat said they had watched aghast as the spectacular leak emerged on Monday night, describing it as “wild.” The diplomat noted that it underlined the impression that Vance was the driver of U.S. hostility towards Europe. This, the person said, forced others including Trump into a…
Category: 3. Europe
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Chinese lithium must not become ‘the new Russian gas’, says EU industry chief
The EU has drawn up a priority list of 47 projects for the mining and processing of critical raw materials, which local authorities will be required to fast-track through the permitting process in as little as 15 months or less.
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Will deportation hubs help speed up migrant returns?
The Common European System for Returns aims to speed up deportation of asylum seekers who aren’t permitted to stay in the European Union. In an unexpected move, it also opens the possibility to build the controversial detention centres outside the bloc.
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Latest news bulletin | March 25th – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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24 dangerous pathogen groups are posing serious health risks, UK experts warn
A new report from UK experts says research should be prioritised, including for four of the pathogen families at high risk of causing a pandemic.
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Health ministers urge the European Commission to boost anti-tobacco action
In a letter to Health Commissioner Oliver Várhelyi, health ministers from 12 countries urge the Commission to step up its fight against tobacco and novel nicotine products.
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US announces Black Sea deal with Russia and Ukraine
The White House announced Tuesday that it had reached separate agreements with Russia and Ukraine to allow for “safe navigation” in the Black Sea, eliminating a major roadblock for peace talks between the two countries.
The Trump administration, in two statements, said that…
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US postpones visa-free travel for Romanians – POLITICO
Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu says he’s “convinced” that Washington’s decision is “strictly a technical measure” as part of the U.S. reassessment of security risks.
“We will take advantage of this — hopefully short-lasting — delay to work with our American…
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‘If we give up on territorial integrity, we open Pandora’s box,’ Costa warns amid Greenland tensions
“The respect of the internationally recognised borders is a universal principle,” António Costa said on Tuesday.
If Europe makes any concession on the question of territorial territory, it will risk opening a Pandora’s box with worldwide repercussions, António Costa…
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EU spends €17m securing the Red Sea, but stays mum on US 'free-loading' jibe
EU member states launched a mission in 2024 to protect commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
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