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Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis stated that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s remarks lack substance, asserting that Europe faces a choice between federalisation or dissolution of the euro. His comments coincide with an informal EU summit focusing on eurobonds and competitiveness.
EU leaders are retreating today, according to EU editor Maria Tadeo, who outlines expected discussions on key events impacting Europe. This development is significant as it coincides with ongoing analyses of political climates affecting the EU.
French MP Olivier Falorni, rapporteur for the proposed assisted dying bill, clarified that psychological suffering alone does not qualify for assisted dying. The bill is significant now as it approaches another National Assembly vote in February amid ongoing debates about its eligibility criteria and safeguards.
Six children have been assassinated by an Israeli air strike while waiting to fill water…
Donald Trump announces 30% tariff on imports from EU, after a failed push to get Ursula von der Leyen removed form the UE commission.
His tariffs wil ignite a trade war.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen survived a no-confidence motion in the European Parliament on 10 July, with only 175 MEPs in support, compared to 360 against and 18 abstaining.
Ursula von der Leyen has defied her critics by comfortably surviving a no-confidence vote, with an overwhelming number of European Union legislators rejecting a censure motion against her.
The Greek government announced a three-month suspension of asylum applications for migrants arriving by sea from Libya due to a recent influx exceeding 2,000 individuals.
Houthi rebels sank the cargo ship Eternity C in the Red Sea, resulting in at least four fatalities and many crew members kidnapped; 15 crew members remain unaccounted for.
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