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Hundreds of road surfaces in western Hungary, including the Oladi plateau in Szombathely, may be contaminated with asbestos due to stones sourced from Austrian mines. Environment Minister László Gajdos will present the issue to the government on Monday as officials assess contamination risks across three counties.
European governments are keen to collaborate with ICEYE, a Finnish space company specialising in mini satellites. These high-resolution radar satellites provide critical Earth observation and military reconnaissance capabilities, reinforcing national sovereignty for allied nations.
Germany emerged as the world’s largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, exporting 810,000 tonnes. The UK followed with 675,000 tonnes, marking an eight-year high. The European Union exported 1.5 billion kg annually, primarily to non-OECD countries, with Turkey as the largest recipient.
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