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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.
EU leaders have committed to enhancing security and economic ties with Middle East partners while advocating for a diplomatic resolution to the Iran war. Talks in Cyprus included discussions on rising energy prices due to the conflict and the potential formation of a multinational force to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
EU STRATEGY UPDATE
This morning, European Union leaders discuss mutual defence strategies amid growing geopolitical tensions.
Collaborative efforts are vital for regional stability.
Tune in to Europe Today for a concise overview of key news, airing at 8 am Brussels time. This programme delivers the latest developments, ensuring viewers are informed on significant stories shaping the region and beyond in just 20 minutes.
French liberal MEP Christophe Grudler, set to lead negotiations on the “Made in Europe” law, has expressed concerns about the European Commission’s proposed strategy, stating it unfairly includes too many non-EU countries in its scope to counter foreign competition within the EU market.
MEPs Dirk Gotink and Maria Ohisalo confronted each other in The Ring, broadcast from the European Parliament in Brussels, discussing the escalating housing crisis in Europe. Their debate addressed critical policy implications and potential solutions to the pressing issue affecting citizens across the region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy firmly rejected the notion of partial EU membership during discussions at an informal summit in Cyprus, asserting that Ukraine deserves full membership. Following the unblocking of a €90 billion loan and new sanctions against Russia, focus shifts to Hungary’s ongoing veto of Ukraine’s EU accession.
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