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Allies are returning to business as usual after last month’s Greenland dispute sparked fears of an implosion in the 70-year-old military alliance, according to unnamed officials within NATO. The situation is significant for maintaining alliance cohesion.
Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis stated that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s remarks lack substance, asserting that Europe faces a choice between federalisation or dissolution of the euro. His comments coincide with an informal EU summit focusing on eurobonds and competitiveness.
EU leaders are retreating today, according to EU editor Maria Tadeo, who outlines expected discussions on key events impacting Europe. This development is significant as it coincides with ongoing analyses of political climates affecting the EU.
Estonia’s President Alar Karis expressed confidence in the US honouring NATO’s Article 5 during an interview with Euronews, despite concerns over transatlantic tensions under President Trump. He urged Europe to enhance its defence capabilities, avoiding the testing of collective security commitments.
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced plans to ban social media for under-16s, likening online platforms to a “digital wild west.” This move comes amid rising concerns about cyberbullying and self-harm content affecting children across Europe.
An extraordinary plenary session of the European Parliament, initiated by Parliament President Roberta Metsola, will take place on 24 February to approve a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, coinciding with the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Ihor Samokhodsky, founder of the Policy Genome project, stated that AI chatbots, including Russia’s Yandex-developed Alice, can spread disinformation in global conflicts, particularly regarding the Russia-Ukraine war. This highlights the urgent need for accuracy in AI-driven information amid rising security concerns in Europe.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen plans to visit Australia later this month to advance a stalled trade agreement, contingent on upcoming negotiations between EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU-INC initiative at the World Economic Forum, aimed at simplifying company formation across the EU. The proposal seeks to eliminate legal fragmentation, allowing startups to operate under a single online system by 2027.
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