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Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda announced that top political leaders have agreed to amend the constitution, removing Article 137, which bans nuclear weapon deployment. Nauseda cited outdated geopolitical conditions, noting the presence of Russian nuclear capabilities in nearby Kaliningrad and Belarus as a pressing concern.
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This morning, Europe focuses on bolstering economic resilience amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Strategies for fiscal stability and energy independence are top priorities.
Spain has seen nearly 1.2 million undocumented migrants apply for legal status under a recent initiative launched by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The scheme, open since April, contrasts sharply with measures taken across Europe amid increasing far-right pressures. Of the applications, 67% are from Latin America.
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This morning, Bulgaria’s caretaker Prime Minister Gyurov emphasised the need for robust diplomatic ties with the United States while addressing concerns regarding the Board of Peace’s mandate and its implications for European Union participation.
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Live coverage this morning includes an in-depth debrief of yesterday’s European Council summit, focusing on key discussions among EU leaders regarding Ukraine and economic implications.
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Humanitarian funding continues to decline, with Germany and Sweden announcing significant budget cuts this morning. The EU’s negotiations for its 2028-2034 budget will see a proposed 75% increase in development aid dedicated to Ukraine and other candidate countries.
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This morning, ten EU countries are in open revolt against the bloc’s flagship climate policy, the ETS. Immediate concerns over its implementation have sparked considerable backlash across Europe.
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Good morning from Brussels. Following intense discussions overnight, EU leaders have reacted strongly to Viktor Orbán’s veto on Ukraine’s loan, with alternatives now being considered to resolve the impasse.
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This morning, Niantic Spatial announces a partnership with Coco Robotics to enhance urban robot deliveries across Europe by using advanced spatial mapping technology. The collaboration aims to improve navigation accuracy in complex city environments.
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