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EU leaders have reached a preliminary agreement on a €2 trillion long-term budget for 2028–2034, targeting completion by October. The bloc is navigating complex negotiations to balance funding demands from various member states, particularly concerning agriculture and defence expenditures, ahead of a new text proposal by Ireland.
EU leaders are responding to European Council President António Costa’s initiative to establish diplomatic contacts with Russia, while Sweden’s EU affairs minister offers exclusive insights ahead of discussions on the bloc’s upcoming long-term budget.
Former French Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire advocates for a coalition of six core European nations—France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland, and the Netherlands—to enhance decision-making and address urgent issues, including defence and foreign policy, during the G7 summit in Évian.
A farmer in Raddusch, Brandenburg, reported the theft of 48 cattle valued at €75,000, following a similar incident involving 74 cattle near Herzberg. Police suspect organised crime is behind the rise in livestock thefts across eastern Germany, highlighting escalating rural crime challenges for farmers.
Fake job ads are increasingly prevalent, with Europol and national governments warning job seekers to remain vigilant. Research shows nearly one in three recruiters in the UK and Germany has been targeted by identity theft linked to scams that exploit urgency and financial pressure among candidates, particularly Gen Z.
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EU updates on trade tensions and energy policy
Key shifts in diplomatic relations noted this morning.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged painful losses for the Labour Party in local elections, admitting over 20% voter abandonment. With challenges mounting, he plans a speech promising closer ties with the EU, though concerns linger over his leadership stability and potential shifts in UK political dynamics.
Bulgaria’s parliament approved Rumen Radev as prime minister, aiming to end political instability and boost economic development. The election, which saw a vote of 124-70, follows his party’s significant victory in April and comes amid challenges like inflation and energy crises affecting the EU member state.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy granted approval for Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow on 9 May, citing humanitarian reasons after US-brokered negotiations. Concurrently, US President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire beginning Saturday, including a significant prisoner swap between both countries.
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