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EU proposes cyber defence plan as concerns about Russia mount

The European Commission proposed on Thursday two action plans to address the deteriorating security situation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine to bolster cyber defence and to allow armed forces to move faster and better across borders.

Reuters

EU proposes emission rules for last combustion engine cars

The European Union’s executive arm has proposed pollution standards for new combustion engine vehicles that are expected to remain on Europe's roads well after the 27-nation bloc bans their sale in 2035

The Independent UK

EU pledges €250m to Moldova to tackle acute energy crisis

European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has paid an official visit to Moldova and announced a 250 million-euro (-dollar) support package to help the small nation overcome an acute winter energy crisis amid Russia’s war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

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France says it will allow migrant rescue ship Ocean Viking to dock, slams Italy’s refusal

France said Thursday that it would allow a rescue ship carrying more than 200 migrants to dock on its southern coast and disembark its passengers, harshly criticising Italy for failing to take them in.

France 24

Valencia wins fight against EU state aid decision, another blow for EU

Spanish soccer club Valencia on Thursday won its fight against an EU state aid decision as Europe's top court said competition regulators had failed to prove their case in yet another blow to EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager's tax crackdown.

Reuters

Out of sight, out of mind: Europe's increasing pushback against migrants

Lying a few kilometres off the Turkish coast, a series of Greek islands remain on the frontline of increasingly militarised attempts to limit the arrival of migrants and asylum seekers to the European Union. The often unseen and largely ignored treatment of those seeking shelter, whether pushed back to Turkey…

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Leo Varadkar to be appointed Taoiseach in December

The rotation has been briefly delayed to allow Micheal Martin to attend an EU leaders summit

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‘Major push’ for gas amid Ukraine war accelerating climate breakdown

Experts say world has ‘overreached’ in replacing Russian supply, which could kill 1.5C target

The Guardian - UK

EU’s Gilmore Criticizes Houthis, Demands They Stop Violations against Yemenis

The EU’s special representative for human rights stated that Iran’s intransigence is preventing a positive role it could play in achieving peace in Yemen. The envoy also reviewed new EU measures to punish Iran for killing civilians and the 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini. Eamon Gilmore voiced concern about what…

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Exclusive-EU countries, lawmakers likely to clinch deal next week on satellite internet system, sources say

EU countries and European Parliament lawmakers are likely to reach a deal on a 6-billion-euro ($6 billion) satellite internet system next week, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, driven by the bloc's push to cut its dependency on foreign companies and the Ukraine war.

Reuters

Former German ambassador slates UK Government over plummeting trade

THE former German ambassador to the UK has branded Brexit a “turning point” as Britain has tumbled down trade league tables.

The National (Scotland)

EU auditors say aid for coal regions failed to spur climate transition

Billions of euros in aid given to coal regions in the European Union have all but failed to spearhead an effective climate transition, EU auditors said on Wednesday, boding poorly for the future further complicated by Russia's war in Ukraine.

Reuters

Northern Ireland elections may be delayed until April to facilitate Brexit talks

Northern Ireland secretary says he will extend period for executive formation for up to 12 weeks

The Guardian - UK

Brussels proposes EU support plan for Ukraine, Hungary says 'no'

The European Union's executive arm on Wednesday proposed a support package for war-gripped Ukraine worth up to 18 billion euros ($18.06 billion) in 2023, but Hungary said it would not contribute to the joint assistance, which would come as highly concessional loans.

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The Conversation

What happens if a country fails to comply with EU environmental legislation?

There are different environmental directives in the European Union that member states must comply with. But they do not always do so. Sometimes states fail to take adequate measures to, for example, protect vulnerable ecosystems and species or prevent pollution.

The Independent UK

EU proposes more forgiving debt plans a decade after crisis

The European Union is considering more lenient economic recovery proposals that veer away from the grinding, top-down austerity rules that hit Greece and other countries during the financial and debt crises a decade ago

Daily Mirror

Brit model 'finds legal loophole' to stay in Europe for double 90-day limit

Honour Spencer, who voted Remain in the 2016 referendum and is annoyed about Brexit, has travelled around Europe since August and is determined to not return to the UK until next year

Reuters

Cyprus MPs launch inquiry into spyware development on the island

Cyprus's parliament opened an inquiry on Wednesday into the development of spyware on the island, after a draft European Parliament committee investigation report said it was an important export hub for the surveillance industry.

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The Independent UK

EU eyes cheap loan plan for 'stable' Ukraine funding in 2023

The European Union is planning to provide Ukraine with around 18 billion euros in financial aid next year to help the war-ravaged country keep its energy and health care facilities running, and to fund salaries and pension schemes

Reuters

Exclusive: US, EU plan new pledge targeting oil and gas methane emissions - document

The United States and European Union plan to unveil a joint agreement at the U.N. climate summit this week to step up efforts to reduce emissions of the potent greenhouse gas methane from the fossil fuel sector, and are hoping other nations will sign up.

The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak refuses to accept Brexit has damaged trade OLD

Trade secretary had dismissed predictions by Office for Budget Responsibility

The Independent UK

France sets its military goals as war is back in Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron is to unveil the country’s military strategy through the end of the decade for his nuclear-armed country, in the midst of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Reuters

Hungary: Finland and Sweden 'can count on us' in NATO bid

Hungary's parliament will discuss the ratification of Sweden and Finland's accession to NATO during its autumn session after a series of EU-related bills have been passed, Prime Minister Viktor Orban's chief of staff said on Wednesday.

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: Despite Russia’s abhorrent actions, the US has to take a thoughtful path toward resolution

With the exception of Hungary’s Viktor Orban, Russian President Vladimir Putin doesn’t have many friends or associates left in the West. Whereas some leaders in Europe were willing to give him an opportunity to make his case for better relations, Putin’s war of choice in Ukraine has significantly limited Moscow’s…

Radio France Internationale

France offers billions to help its climate-damaging industries halve emissions

French President Emmanuel Macron has called on the heads of 50 of France’s most carbon-emitting firms to halve their greenhouse gas emissions by 2032 – promising to double state aid to help them to act, providing they remain in France.

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