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High Representative Kaja Kallas has condemned the misuse of vetoes within the European Union, asserting it undermines democratic integrity. Reflecting on Viktor Orbán’s tenure, she emphasised the need for collective decision-making, urging reforms to enhance the EU’s effectiveness amid geopolitical challenges.

A proposal to suspend the EU-Israeli trade pact has been rejected by several EU member countries, highlighting ongoing divisions among the bloc regarding Middle Eastern policy. This discord raises questions about the EU’s unified stance in international trade and geopolitical matters.

French President Emmanuel Macron called for unity among the French people ahead of a Paris march against anti-Semitism set for November 12, 2023. Representatives from Macron’s La République en marche (Republic on the move) party, the right-wing Les Republicains, the Socialist Party, the Greens and the French Communist Party were set to participate. Far-right leader Marine Le Pen has said she plans to attend. Hard-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticised the march, and his La France Insoumise (France Unbowed) party held its own protest against anti-Semitism earlier Sunday – which was disrupted by counter-protesters challenging the party’s stance. 

People often think about efforts within a country to reduce inequalities. But what about border regions? They have different rules, different legislations and yet they are very much part of the EU’s cohesion policies. FRANCE 24’s Sophie Samaille and Luke Brown take a look.

Spain is one of the main beneficiaries of the EU’s levelling up policies. But how exactly are the cohesion funds used in the country? FRANCE 24’s Sophie Samaille and Luke Brown tell us more.

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