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- Hungary’s prime minister restricts further EU integration steps for Ukraine
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- Two boys aged eight and ten found dead in hot car at Cyprus airbase
- Cyprus faces severe freshwater crisis amid rising consumption rates
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Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has lifted his country’s veto on Ukraine’s EU membership bid, a shift from Viktor Orbán’s policy. However, Magyar opposes fast-tracking Ukraine’s accession and has delayed further negotiations, citing concerns for Western Balkan candidates and the implementation of minority rights agreements.
Cyprus faces a critical water crisis, having exhausted 72% of its freshwater resources, peaking at 92% during summer. In response, the government is prioritising desalination efforts to address drinking water needs. The ongoing situation highlights significant disparities in water management across the EU.
Thousands attended a lavish celebration in Brussels, organised by the US Embassy to mark 250 years of US independence. The event featured activities like baseball and line dancing, alongside performances and a drone show. However, it faced criticism for the privatisation of public space, sparking protests from local residents and activist groups.
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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