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Global defense spending rises despite reduced US aid.

Global defense spending rose significantly in 2024. European countries increased their spending, mainly because of less US aid to Ukraine. This is the eleventh year in a row that defense spending has increased worldwide.

26 Apr, 22:01Updated··

De Volkskrant El País NOS Nieuws+2

ZEIT Online

UK, France agree deal to stop Channel migrant crossings

The UK and France have made an agreement to stop people from crossing the English Channel illegally. France will use more police and technology, and the UK will pay up to €766 million. This is to address the problem of migrants arriving in the UK.

22 Apr, 22:12Updated··

BBC Europe Der Spiegel Der Standard+11

EU Leaders Discuss Energy, Iran, and the Middle East

EU leaders met in Cyprus to discuss problems with energy and the war in Iran. Iranian forces attacked ships in the Strait of Hormus. The EU is looking for a plan if the Iran-US agreement fails.

22 Apr, 18:29Updated··

ANSA Der Standard la Repubblica+4

EU Plans Tax Cuts for Energy Prices

European Union countries are trying to solve rising energy prices. They are not working together well. The European Commission wants to make a single plan.

22 Apr, 02:05Updated··

ANSA EU Observer tagesschau+1

EU cuts funding for Venice Biennale over Russia.

The European Union is cutting its funding for the Venice Biennale. This is because Russia and Israel are participating in the event. EU officials say this is a ‘morally wrong’ decision.

21 Apr, 18:16Updated··

Dagens Nyheter Der Standard DW English+3

Russian TV host insults Meloni, Italy protests.

Vladimir Solovyov, a Russian television host, made insulting comments about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. This caused a strong reaction from Italy, including a call to recall the Russian ambassador. The incident highlights tensions between Russia and Italy.

21 Apr, 15:34Updated··

ANSA la Repubblica Yle Uutiset

Zelenskyy says Druzhba pipeline is repaired.

Ukraine has fixed the Druzhba pipeline. This pipeline carries oil from Russia to Hungary and Slovakia. The repairs could help Ukraine get money from Europe.

21 Apr, 14:57Updated··

Dagens Nyheter Der Spiegel De Volkskrant+14

EU says no refunds for canceled flights due to fuel.

The European Union will not pay passengers if their flights are canceled because of rising fuel costs. Passengers will get a refund for their tickets. This affects many travelers across Europe.

21 Apr, 12:07Updated··

ANSA la Repubblica NRK

EU Court Rules Hungary’s Law Violates EU Values

The European Court of Justice ruled that Hungary’s law violates EU rules. The law restricts information about LGBTQ+ people. This decision raises concerns about human rights in the European Union.

21 Apr, 08:13Updated··

ANSA BBC Europe Der Standard+13

Istanbul trial for family poisoned in Hamburg.

A trial is happening in Istanbul about the deaths of the Böcek family. Six men are accused of poisoning them in a hotel. The family’s relatives want serious punishment for those involved.

21 Apr, 01:29Updated··

Der Spiegel FAZ tagesschau+1

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