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- Russia escalates aerial attacks on Ukraine, damaging civilian areas.
- Britain’s ‘priciest cycle lane’ costs taxpayers £4,000 for each metre | News UK
- Youth involvement in terrorism grows significantly across Europe and North America
- Hungary uses EU veto power to extract concessions on unrelated issues
- London Stansted Airport has highest parking fees in Europe at €66
- Flora 1 departs Russian oil port Primorsk en route to Brazil
- Chef Nick Bril receives suspended sentence for running over intern in Belgium
- Eu energy commissioner warns of impending diesel and jet fuel shortages
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The Global Terrorism Index 2026 highlights a troubling trend in terrorism, noting that minors and young adults now represent 42% of terror-related investigations in Europe and North America. This marks a threefold increase since 2021, indicating a rapid shift in radicalisation processes.
Under EU treaties, member states retain the right to veto decisions impacting core sovereignty, including foreign policy and taxation. However, Hungary’s repeated vetoes on issues like aid to Ukraine and sanctions against Russia raise concerns about using sovereignty claims as leverage, complicating reform efforts within the bloc.
Despite strikes and rising flight costs linked to the Iran conflict, European travel is expected to surge this Easter. EasyJet anticipates nearly 30,000 flights, marking its busiest season. However, UK and Dutch airports hold the highest parking fees, with London Stansted charging around €66 for 24 hours.
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Today, the European Union addresses critical energy security challenges
including member states’ responses to energy supply concerns.
EU-Australia trade is projected to increase by 33% over the next decade following a landmark deal. This agreement aims to strengthen economic ties and enhance mutual market access, reflecting a significant development in their trade relationship. Key sectors include agriculture and services.
Slovenia’s new parliament will convene on 10 April, initiating coalition negotiations following a narrow election victory by the liberal Freedom Movement. President Nataša Pirc Musar emphasised the need for expedient government formation due to the current geopolitical climate, anticipating complex discussions ahead.
In the lead-up to Hungary’s elections, independent polling indicates over 60% of voters under 30 support the opposition Tisza party, while just 15% back Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz. Experts caution the mobilisation of young voters could significantly influence the electoral outcome amidst claims of potential Russian interference.
The “No Kings” movement in the US is increasingly impacting Europe, as protests against President Trump’s policies connect with nationalist sentiments, particularly in Hungary. Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s upcoming election could further align EU movements with Trump’s ideology, prompting concerns over democracy and rule of law across the continent.
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This morning, the European Union addresses key developments regarding immigration policies and energy strategies amid ongoing regional tensions.
Continued cooperation is central to current EU discussions.
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