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The European Parliament’s proposed digital levy could generate up to €25.2 billion yearly, significantly exceeding the European Commission’s prior estimates. MEP Danuše Nerudová highlighted the broader tax base considered, which includes online gambling and digital services, amid ongoing negotiations for the EU’s long-term budget.
E.U. BRIEFING
This morning, Europe addresses various economic and environmental challenges, focusing on sustainability and regulatory developments.
Key discussions are expected on energy, defence, and digital policy.
European defence ministers convened in Brussels to bolster support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian aggression, which is impacting the region. Discussions will focus on enhancing the EU’s emergency protocols against hybrid threats and addressing financial aid needs for Ukraine’s military, as President Zelenskyy seeks €23.5 billion.
“We are going to see very big changes,” said Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister…
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday urged the release of protesters “arbitrarily” arrested in a crackdown on pro-EU demonstrations in Georgia, in telephone talks with the billionaire former premier Bidzina Ivanishvili, the Elysée said.
The embezzlement trial threatening Marine Le Pen with a ban from running for public…
At least three people were killed and 20 injured, many of whom are in critical…
European Countries Halt Syrian Asylum Applications After Assad’s Fall Several European countries, including Austria, Britain,…
Germany has committed to tightening its laws to make facilitating people-smuggling to the UK a criminal offence, as part of a new agreement with Britain to curb illegal Channel crossings.
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