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Moldovan head of state, President of Cyprus discuss European integration

President Maia Sandu today paid an official visit to Cyprus, at an invitation by  President Nikos Christodoulides. This is the first visit of a Moldovan head of state to Cyprus in the past two decades and comes as Cyprus is set to assume the rotating …

Kilbeggan Distillery showcased at European Parliament

Published: Fri 12 Dec 2025, 1:03 PM To mark 50 years of EU-Japan relations, Midlands North-West MEP Nina Carberry this week hosted Kilbeggan Whiskey at the European Parliament in Brussels. Kilbeggan Distillery is owned by Japanese company, Suntory Global …

European Council gives initial green light to artificial intelligence gigafactories

The European Council has opened the road to the creation of gigafactories for artificial intelligence.     The EU 27 have as agreed on an amendment to the regulation that sets the framework for the activities of the European High-Performance Computing …

TRUMP SEES THE EUROPEAN UNION AS A LIABILITY, NOT A PARTNER

 OPINION: TRUMP SEES THE EUROPEAN UNION AS A LIABILITY, NOT A PARTNER The new U.S. security strategy just dropped, and Europe is freaking out. Why? Because it doesn’t flatter them. It warns them. The Trump administration is done playing therapist to a …

EU to impose €3 levy on parcels from outside EU

The European Union will impose higher fees on small packages starting next year in an attempt to curb the influx of parcels coming mostly from China. EU finance ministers agreed on Friday to impose a temporary €3 levy per parcel starting in July, before …

Cyprus pledges full support for Moldova’s EU accession during EU Council Presidency

President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed his country’s strong support for the European integration of the Republic of Moldova and announced that EU enlargement will be one of the key priorities during Cyprus’s presidency of the …

The Council of the European Union approved a payment of €2.3 billion to Ukraine for the third quarter of 2025

On December 11, the Council of the European Union approved a €2.3 billion tranche for Ukraine under the Ukraine Facility program for the third quarter of 2025. The European Commission had previously endorsed the payment based on its assessment of Ukraine’s …

Prime Minister - The European Union is making absurd decisions and making absurd statements regarding Georgia, all of ...

Informal influences are very relevant throughout the European Union, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze told journalists. As the Prime Minister noted, it is precisely the result of informal influences that are the cause of absurd decisions and …

€3 EU import fee for non-EU parcels approved, Netherlands may add extra charge

Buying parcels from outside the EU will get more expensive. Starting in July, consumers must pay a 3-euro import fee on all packages, including those from Chinese online stores. EU finance ministers approved the measure on Friday. At present, import duties …

Slovakia gives reality check to European Union on Russia strategy, warns against aiding Ukraine

European Parliament seeks to block video event involving Russia, EU — MEP

BRUSSELS, December 12. /TASS/. The European Parliament seeks to hinder a videoconference that is supposed to bring together its members and Russian lawmakers in an effort "to help restore true parliamentary diplomacy," the event’s …

EU rules for at least 25% recycled plastic in cars

Loader moves recycled household waste onto an automated sorting chain at the Siredom integrated waste treatment center, in the Paris suburb of Vert-Le-Grand on October 24, 2022. EMMANUEL DUNAND / AFP Car manufacturers in Europe will have to include …

EU decides to impose €3 tax on small parcels to tackle Chinese imports

A customs agent controls packages from China at Bierset airport in Liege, Belgium, September 15, 2025. All small parcels imported into the European Union will be subject to a €3 euro tax from July 2026, according to a decision taken by EU finance ministers …

European Union Commits €1.8 Million to Sri Lanka

COLOMBO (News 1st); The European Union committed a generous donation of €1.8 million, reaffirming its enduring partnership and solidarity with Sri Lanka during challenging times. Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath expressed heartfelt thanks to …

Ed Miliband set to be last man standing as EU prepares to reverse petrol car ban

A planned U-turn by the European Union (EU) on a flagship ban on sales of petrol vehicles, could leave Ed Miliband in the cold. Brussels is understood to be planning a significant climbdown on vehicles emission rules, after pressure from member states, …

Russian Central Bank Sues Euroclear as EU Advances Plan to Tap Frozen Assets for Ukraine

Russia’s Central Bank (CBR) announced Friday that it has filed a lawsuit in a Moscow commercial court against Euroclear, accusing one of Europe’s largest securities depositories of unlawfully preventing it from accessing its own frozen funds and securities …

EU’s 2035 petrol and diesel car ban will be watered down, says senior MEP

The EU’s outright ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035 is poised to be watered down, a senior European parliament politician has said. The decision, expected to be unveiled by the European Commission on Tuesday in Strasbourg, would be a …

EU to impose 3 euro duty on small e-commerce parcels from July 2026

BRUSSELS, Dec 12 : European Union finance ministers agreed on Friday to set a 3 euro ($3.52) custom duty on low-value parcels arriving in the bloc, part of an attempt to crack down on cheap Chinese e-commerce imports such as from online retailers Shein and …

Sahrawi people denounce, from outside European Parliament, attempts to legitimize looting through new EU–Morocco trade ...

Brussels (Belgium), 11 December 2025 (SPS) – Sahrawi men and women abroad denounced, in a closing statement following the demonstration organized Wednesday by the diaspora outside the European Parliament in Brussels, the European Union’s attempt to …

The Management of Maritime Disputes and the Governance of Order in the South China Sea

HAINAN, CHINA, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the 6th Symposium on Global Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance, speakers offered diverse perspectives on how maritime disputes in the SCS can be managed and how regional order can …

UAE HOSTS BACK-TO-BACK UNITED NATIONS WORKSHOPS TO ADVANCE GLOBAL POLICING AND PEACEKEEPING PERFORMANCE

UAE convenes senior UN police leaders to strengthen peacekeeping performance, advance women’s leadership, and reinforce global policing capabilities. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Under the United Arab …

Ban Ki-moon commemorates a decade since the Paris Climate Change Agreement

Ban Ki-moon reflects on 10 years since the Paris Climate Change Agreement was signed, a pivotal step in the fight against the climate crisis. VIENNA , AUSTRIA, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marking ten years since its adoption, the …

Interview with Prince Dengha from Mosaico – Action for Refugees

How would you describe yourself and your organisation? I see myself as a candle that goes around looking for other candles that are extinguished or about to go out, to give them back the flame that will illuminate not only their path but also that of …

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Media investigation reveals rising deportations of Sudanese refugees; highlights criticism of ...

A recent media investigation has revealed a sharp rise in the deportation of Sudanese refugees from Egypt and highlighted criticism of the United Nations Refugee Agency’s perceived lack of action on it. The Libyan government has announced plans to step up …

EDITORIAL: Migration policies drifting ever further away from evidence, stranded ever closer to inhumanity

By Julie Lejeune Taking stock of recent European policy developments in the field of asylum and migration, most prominently the recent Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) Council meeting, requires a clear head as new lows have been reached in terms of respect …

WPB City Commissioner Christina Lambert Launches Petition Drive To Protect WPB Neighborhoods from New FAA Flight Path

Petition with nearly 200 residents to date urges FAA to review decision to redirect planes over WPB historic neighborhoods and downtown area without city input WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

IL Senate Candidate Chlebek Renews Property Tax Referendum Call After Florida Move

As DeSantis Pushes 2026 Ballot Initiative, Illinois Senate Candidate Says 'If Florida Can Do It, So Can We' PARK RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis advances his proposal to …

Paxful Announces Resolution of DOJ Investigation Concerning Historic Conduct

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA, PANAMA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paxful announces agreements with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to resolve longstanding investigations …

BTC Inc. & Bitcoin Magazine Finalize Landmark Partnership With Krown Network as Premier Sponsor of BITCOIN 2026

Krown and BTC Inc. unite for Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, creating a showcase for breakthrough security, global adoption, and next-generation Bitcoin innovation. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BTC Inc., …

American Swiss Foundation Hosts Alumni Dinner During the Young Leaders Conference 2025

BERN, SWITZERLAND, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On November 12th, the American Swiss Foundation hosted its annual Alumni Dinner in Bern, bringing together more than 200 alumni, leaders, and guests from across Switzerland and the United …

Empower Mississippi Launches Empower Policy and Innovation Center (EPIC) to Develop Data-Driven Policy Solutions

JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Empower Mississippi today announced the launch of the Empower Policy and Innovation Center (EPIC) — a new initiative designed to turn data into action by diving deep into the …

Europe Needs the Courage to Be Itself – Alona Lebedieva

KYIV, UKRAINE, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Europe has marked the 25th anniversary of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights – a document that defines the core of European identity and guarantees the rights of every person within the …

At JPost Washington Conference, Leaders Warn of Antisemitism, Outline Post-War Strategy, & Urge U.S.–Israel Coordination

Senior U.S. and Israeli officials warned of rising antisemitism, outlined post– war security priorities, and highlighted new diplomatic openings on Capitol Hill WA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior U.S. and Israeli …

New AllSides and ActiVote Survey Reveals Americans are deeply Concerned About Federal Debt but Divided on Solutions

While Americans agree the debt is an issue: Democrats want to raise taxes on the wealthy, Republicans want to cut spending but do not agree on what to cut. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new collaborative …

Representatives Rulli, Stanton, and Pappas Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act of 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Representatives Rulli, Stanton, and Pappas Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act of 2025 Bipartisan legislation strengthens Medicaid nursing services …

CoHNA Celebrates Historic Victory on Bill C-9 Amendment

Justice Committee adopts amendment distinguishing sacred Swastika from Nazi Hakenkreuz OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) today celebrates an important legislative …

REPUBLICANS FAIL IN ILINOIS STATEWIDE ELECTIONS

CANDIDATE PROVIDES A FIX PARK RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Illinois has not elected a Republican United States Senator since 2010 (15 years) nor a Republican Governor since 2014 (11 years). At the Republican …

Anthropy Unveils Insights from 2,000 UK Leaders and Ipsos Research to Shape Britain’s Future

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anthropy, the UK’s largest leadership gathering and a driving force for national change, has unveiled the Anthropy Accords - a landmark suite of research created from the combined …

What does Trump's new National Security Strategy mean for the Middle East?

In this episode, MEI Distinguished Diplomatic Fellow Ambassador David Hale joins host Alistair Taylor to unpack the Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy (NSS). Released on December 4, the document outlines the administration’s foreign …