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Tue, 06/24/2025 - 12:20
“The Liberals didn’t choose the obvious candidate – they chose me,” Mohamsson said, promising to “exceed the odds.”
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 12:00
Rural Buildings: The Overlooked Challenge in the Energy Transition Europe’s energy transition is well underway, but one segment remains stubbornly underserved: rural and off-grid buildings. While urban areas benefit from district heating and deep electrification, rural buildings are too often...
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 09:44
Babiš, a billionaire and leader of the populist ANO movement, has consistently described the case as politically motivated.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 07:22
In today’s edition of The Capitals, read about the anti-greenwashing updates, a foiled assassination plot against Zelenskyy, Romania's new government, and so much more.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 07:00
As the EU shapes its next Consumer Agenda, it must guarantee the right to choose between digital and paper communication. Without this safeguard, millions risk digital exclusion. True digital progress must be inclusive, consent-based, and built on choice.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 06:00
European countries have long counted army wages and infrastructure financing into their national defence spending.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 06:00
There is an urgent need for someone, somewhere, to get a grip if the upcoming defence spending bonanza is to achieve what is required of it.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 06:00
Bruno Retailleau has two years to make his case for his brand of conservatism.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:54
Romania’s new PM Ilie Bolojan pledges harsh reforms to slash the deficit, after parliament approves his austerity-driven cabinet backed by a four-party coalition.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:50
Slovakia signals support for new Russia sanctions, but only if Brussels offers guarantees on energy security and €20B in potential arbitration risks.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:47
Sweden is ramping up Baltic defences with a €790M German air system to shield Gotland - its most vulnerable outpost - from drones, jets and missiles.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:41
Polish man charged with aiding Russian plot to assassinate Zelenskyy at Rzeszów airport, in a case confirmed by both Kyiv and Warsaw.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:36
Macron condemns US strikes on Iran as illegal and counterproductive, warning forceful regime change has never brought stability.
Tue, 06/24/2025 - 02:21
The US president congratulated both sides on ending what he dubbed 'The 12 Day War'.
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 19:52
The remarks suggest that Brussels could – like the UK – accept a 10% levy on most European exports in order to avoid sector-specific US duties.
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 19:41
"If the situation does not improve, then we can discuss further measures", Kallas said.
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 19:23
To underpin the plan, Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is reportedly planning to take on record levels of public debt.
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 19:04
Iran said its strikes on the US-run al Udeid air base near Doha were “a mighty and successful response by the armed forces of Iran to America’s aggression.”
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 18:45
One company linked to PM Sánchez’s PSOE party allegedly received €7.8 million in EU funds to build just 46 social housing units, according to leaked documents.
Mon, 06/23/2025 - 18:37
The informal group now claims it represents a "clear majority" within the bloc.
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