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The EU has rejected US trade pressure over claims it facilitates Chinese tariff evasion, with Washington’s ambassador urging alignment of new environmental laws with a prior trade deal. The EU maintained its regulatory framework is non-negotiable, despite ongoing discussions on trade issues.

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A drone crashed in Romania on Friday after flying undetected in the country’s airspace, as reported by local authorities. The incident occurred near Luncavița, approximately five kilometres from the Ukrainian border, amid increasing drone incursions across NATO’s eastern flank. No casualties have been reported.

Millions across Europe, particularly in France, Italy, Spain, and the UK, faced extreme heat as temperatures exceeded 35C on Thursday. With parts of France reaching 42C and the UK recording the year’s highest day, concerns grow over climate change’s role in escalating heatwaves and their impacts on health and wildfires.

Hundreds gathered in Ceuta on Sunday, uniting across Christian, Muslim, Jewish, and Hindu communities to protest the migrant crisis. Chants of “Ceuta is not for sale” echoed through Constitution Square as demonstrators urged the Madrid government for urgent action, highlighting government criticism and local political tensions.

Two drones were spotted over a German military base, Mechernich, shortly after an explosive-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig-Halle Airport. The German Armed Forces reported surveillance confirmation and subsequent police investigation, amid a growing concern over drone activities affecting national security and aviation safety.

A drone exploded in Bulgaria near the Romanian border on Saturday, according to Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev. The drone entered Bulgarian airspace before detonating close to a gas pipeline compressor station. Authorities are investigating the incident amid increasing surveillance operations. No casualties were reported.

Belarus has classified Euronews as “extremist,” a direct response to its coverage of the 2020 election and ongoing political repression, according to opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. This decision restricts access to its website in Belarus, raising concerns about the implications for independent journalism and information sharing.

Belarus has designated Euronews as an “extremist” media outlet, banning access to its content in the country. This move has drawn widespread condemnation, with officials asserting it threatens press freedom and restricts information for Belarusian citizens. Euronews plans to continue its commitment to independent journalism.

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