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Europol reported a significant rise in organised crime within the EU, identifying 731 active criminal networks comprising over 400,000 members. Drug trafficking remains predominant, with cybercrime rapidly increasing. Law enforcement aims to dismantle these networks by targeting their financial structures and promoting cross-border collaboration.

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The European Commission proposed excluding military-age Ukrainian men from its temporary protection scheme, extending the initiative until March 2028. This recommendation aims to strengthen Ukraine’s armed forces, reflecting integration challenges and Kyiv’s needs amid ongoing martial law prohibiting most men aged 23 and older from leaving Ukraine.

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This morning, European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib affirmed the European Commission’s commitment to address tensions in the Middle East and enhance repatriation efforts for stranded Europeans. The EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated for this purpose.

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France is set to oppose a European Commission proposal to use only English versions of trade agreements during ratification discussions, a move some member states support. This decision follows concerns regarding transparency and language rights.

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