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French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on Saturday that France will supply Kyiv with new interceptor missiles after a significant Russian drone attack on Kryvyi Rih, which killed at least 16 people. Macron expressed urgency in enhancing Ukraine’s air defence capabilities amidst ongoing aggression from Russia.
Prince Harry and six claimants must pay £9.54 million towards legal costs following their defeat against Associated Newspapers, the publisher of the Daily Mail. This initial payment relates to allegations of privacy violations. The claimants have until 2 October to appeal the decision.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed frustration regarding her government’s relations with the US administration, noting a lack of recent contact with Donald Trump. She emphasised the importance of Western unity while asserting Italy’s sovereignty and rejecting notions of inferiority to other nations.
EU MIGRATION POLICIES
This morning, tensions rise over new EU migration measures as member states debate stricter border controls and refugee policies.
Leaders emphasise unity amid differing national approaches.
French far-right leader Jordan Bardella commenced a two-day visit to Poland, aiming to forge alliances with right-wing leaders ahead of France’s presidential election. In Warsaw, he met with President Karol Nawrocki, discussing security, national borders, and the role of both nations in shaping Europe’s future.
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.
The Global Green Bond Initiative aims to mobilise €15 to €20 billion for sustainable projects, but EU officials warn such investments may inadvertently benefit Chinese companies. This undermines efforts to reduce reliance on Beijing amid rising cybersecurity concerns linked to risky technology in energy supply chains.
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