Council of the European Union (Council of Ministers) News Monitoring

IranAir sues to overturn European Union sanctions

IranAir (IR, Tehran Mehrabad) has filed a lawsuit against the Council of the European Union at the General Court of the EU, seeking the annulment of October 2024 sanctions that ban the airline from flying to the bloc due to its alleged support for the …

In defiance of Donald Trump, is a European ‘security council’ emerging? | Paul Taylor

In the face of Vladimir Putin’s aggression against Ukraine and Donald Trump’s destabilisation of the Atlantic alliance, an embryonic European security council is taking shape on the hoof. Whether it will prove strong enough to protect Europe’s liberal …

EU greenlights digital driving licences in road safety reform

The European Union agreed provisionally on Tuesday to introduce digital driving licences and a probation period for new drivers, as part of a package of reforms to improve road safety. It also decided that individual EU countries should decide whether to …

Kaja Kallas Stresses EU’s Role in Israel-Palestine Crisis During Visit to Tel Aviv

During a joint press conference in Tel Aviv with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas reiterated the European Union’s commitment to Israel’s security while emphasizing the necessity of negotiations …

EU Bureaucrats Receive 7th Pay Raise in 3 Years While Ordinary Europeans Struggle with Plummeting Living Standards

Despite EU opposition to wage hikes in member states, nearly 66,000 officials will receive substantial salary increases starting in April. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom European Union officials are set to receive their seventh salary increase in just three …

EU urges Turkey to ‘uphold democratic values’after mayor’s arrest

The European Commission on Monday urged Turkey to “uphold democratic values” as both a member of the Council of Europe and an EU candidate state, following the jailing of İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Agence France-Presse reported. “We want Turkey to …

EU Introduces Two-Year Probation for Young Drivers and Stricter License Rules

The European Union is set to introduce a two-year probationary period for young drivers, a first in the bloc’s history. As part of the new agreement on driving licenses between the European Parliament and EU member states, young drivers will face stricter …

Warning that EU tariffs on bourbon could hurt Ireland more than the US

The European Union is delaying its proposed 50pc tariff on American whiskey, which was set to take effect on April 1, to allow for more talks with US officials. The tariffs, which are to be slapped on €26bn of US goods, including bourbon, are in …

Bosnian Serb opposition parties ready to support EU laws in BiH

If they become part of the ruling coalition in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Serb political parties currently in opposition are ready to immediately support the adoption of reform laws insisted upon by the European Commission, the leaders of these parties …

De-escalation: What EU tariff delay could mean for the global wine and spirits trade

The tariffs were originally set to kick in on March 31. The EU has pushed their introduction back to ‘mid-April’ with two objectives: firstly, to lock down the list of products that will be covered by tariffs; secondly in the hope of talking with US …

Road safety: Deal agreed for modern EU driving licence rules

European Parliament and Council negotiators have agreed new driving licence rules, introducing a mobile licence, a probation period for new drivers, and “accompanied” driving. The agreement on an update of EU driving licence directive reached on early …

Council and Parliament strike provisional agreement on new rules for driving licences

Today, the Council and the European Parliament reached a provisional political agreement on the update of the driving licence directive. This update of the directive will have an important impact on the issuing of driving permits throughout the EU, …

EU Moves to Overhaul Driving Licence Regulations in Pursuit of Safer Roads

21In an agreement reached on Tuesday morning, negotiators from the European Parliament and Council have settled on a sweeping revision of EU driving licence regulations. The proposed directive aims to enhance road safety across the continent by introducing …

EU trade chief travels to US, China in last-ditch effort to avert trade war

BRUSSELS – A global trade war is looming – and the EU is desperately trying to prevent it. Maroš Šefčovič, the European Commission's trade chief, will meet his American counterparts in Washington today before travelling to Beijing on Thursday for talks …

EU CSDDD Under US Pressure: Some Insights on the PROTECT USA Act

The European Commission’s (EC) recent announcement of the Omnibus Simplification Proposals signals that it has heard the challenges and objections raised by companies affected by the new requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive ( …

AUDIOVISUAL COUNCIL FINED 12 TV STATIONS 456 THOUSAND LEI FOR LACK OF LOCAL PROGRAMS

The Audiovisual Council (CA) has fined 12 TV channels a total of 456 thousand lei. The Council told that the decision was made on the basis of the results of the December 2024 inspection on compliance with the requirements for broadcasting local programs. …

Economic and Social Council Proposes Government to Reassess Plans for Liberalisation of Household Electricity Market

The Economic and Social Council (ESC) is concerned about the continuing imbalance in the European electricity market and persistent excessively high prices in South-Eastern Europe, the ESC said in a press release on Tuesday.  The ESC proposes that the …

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), European Union (EU) and British Council join forces to promote ...

The European Union Is Endorsing Israel’s Attack on Gaza

Since Donald Trump abruptly changed US policy toward Ukraine, there has been a lot of talk about European countries needing to step up to the plate and defend the liberal international order. Politicians like France’s Emmanuel Macron and Germany’s …

Gaza: The Abominable Desolation

Since October 2023, Israel has been carrying out ever-increasing violations of international law during its military operations in Gaza. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Abomination of the Desolation of Gaza …

Jason Schenker’s New Book Cold War Two Becomes a #1 Best Seller

New Book is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon—Cold War Two: Navigating a New Era of Uncertainty for the Economy, Finance, Energy, Technology, Trade, and Supply Chain AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geopolitical tensions …

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

Nurse Practitioners Call on All Federal Parties to Prioritize Equitable and Accessible Healthcare in Upcoming Election

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Canada prepares for the next federal election, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across the country are calling on all political parties to commit to building a more accessible, equitable, …

Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld of Der Nister L.A. Teaches Course on Modern Israel for Jewish Spiritual Leaders' Institute

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld, spiritual leader of Der Nister - Downtown L.A. Jewish Center, will be teaching her course on Modern Israel for the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute. …

RSU Research Week Opening Session highlights the interaction between medicine, technology, and behavioural science

RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 March with an ambitious plenary session focusing on the role of research, technology, and the human factor in healthcare. RIGA, LATVIA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 …

Sentriqs’ Glyph: The Ultimate Solution to Prevent Unauthorized Access in Sensitive Communications

SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sentriqs is the pre- and post-quantum leader in secure communication solutions. Its Glyph solution is a state-of-the-art security platform designed to protect the integrity of …

Todd J. Stein Petitioning Success Fuels a Vision New York’s Lenox Hill

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Petition season has been an exciting time for Todd J. Stein’s campaign for District Leader AD75, Part A. Having met with many constituents, Stein shared, “I’ve loved meeting …

Statement of the OSCE Mission to BiH on media being prevented, restricted, or entirely prohibited from attending council ...

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) notes with concern recent attempts to restrict or prohibit media access to parliamentary sessions across Bosnia and Herzegovina, including at the municipal level. Access to information and the ability to …

ABBA Bail Bonds Provides Specialized Support for Domestic Violence Cases

ABBA Bail Bonds provides fast bail, a safe space, and life coaching for those facing domestic violence cases. Call (877) 330-5557 or visit abbabailbonds.com. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ABBA Bail Bonds, a …

New Booklet Unveils a Legal Model for Recognizing Sri Lanka’s Tamil Genocide, Urges Global Action for Justice

The booklet situates the 2009 genocide within a broader pattern of post-1948 and includes policies like 1956 Sinhala Only Act, pogroms such as Black July 1983 RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A ground-truth-based …

Jewish War Veterans Urge Department of Defense to Restore Holocaust Related Pages Amid Content Removal Concerns

DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, 2025, the Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) National Commander Gary I. Ginsburg wrote to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to express concern about the Department of Defense’ …

Scientific Coalition For UAP Studies Announces 2025 Annual Conference

SCU returns to Huntsville, Alabama, with former UAP Task Force Director Jay Stratton headlining the event. HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) proudly announces its …

Alona Lebedieva: Ukraine’s Exports Are Declining — and So Are Its Chances for Growth

KYIV, UKRAINE, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has downgraded its global economic growth forecast for 2025 from 3.3% to 3.1%. The figure may seem small, but for Ukraine, it …

Whittington, Garrison, and Campbell: Challenges With Judging and Interpreting a Drug’s Launch Price (AJMC Commentary)

A new publication suggests that decision makers take both a product lifetime view and a broader societal perspective when judging and rewarding value creation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drug prices at …

ALSO Youth Raises $35,530 at Sold-Out Tsunami Fundraiser to Support LGBTQ+ Youth in Sarasota & Manatee

ALSO Youth’s sold-out brunch fundraiser raised $35,530 to fund free LGBTQ+ youth support programs and mental health services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALSO Youth hosted a …

Jason Schenker’s New Book Cold War Two Explores the Future of the U.S.-China Conflict And Is a #1 New Release on Amazon

New Book is a #1 New Release on Amazon - Cold War Two: Navigating a New Era of Uncertainty for the Economy, Finance, Energy, Technology, Trade, and Supply Chain AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geopolitical …

Autism Behavior Services, Inc. President Visits Texas to Advocate for Expanded Autism Care

SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) President, Andrew Patterson visited the great state of Texas in late February to advocate for expanding access to autism care services. During his …

Illegal arrest and detention of Libyan Asset Recovery head reflects worsening Libyan corruption

Endemic corruption in Libya continues to deter foreign investment, cripple public services, and erode trust in government. In the past year, Libya fell to its lowest-ever ranking in Transparency International’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, tying for …

Sovereignty first: Reshaping international cooperation in North Africa

Countries around the world are increasingly prioritizing a strict definition of sovereignty and tending toward transactional diplomacy. This global trend is shaping North African policies as well, with those governments, just like many others, emphasizing …