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EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó confirmed ongoing communications with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov during EU meetings. The European Commission has requested clarification amid rising political tensions ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary elections.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen finalised a free-trade agreement with Australia, significantly reducing tariffs on EU goods and farm exports, with projected annual savings of €1 billion for the bloc.

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The European Commission has requested clarification from Budapest this morning regarding reports of Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó briefing his Russian counterpart Lavrov on confidential EU Council meetings.
This has caused significant uproar within the bloc.

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Prime Minister Donald Tusk has raised concerns this morning about the possibility of Poland exiting the European Union amid growing far-right sentiments.
He emphasised the potential risks, stating that leaving would be a “catastrophe” for the country.

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This morning, Iceland’s government is preparing for a referendum on 29 August 2026 regarding the resumption of EU membership negotiations. The foreign minister emphasised the importance of EU membership for economic security amid a shifting global landscape.

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This morning, energy costs are surging due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. European Union leaders are convening in Brussels amid concerns over rising grocery prices and security implications.

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This morning, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán addressed attendees at a CPAC event in Budapest, emphasising a global right-wing realignment and their challenge against progressive forces within the European Union.
Overnight, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis returned to Prague due to a suspected arson incident at a drone factory.

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This morning, European Union leaders convene in Brussels to discuss the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, energy crises, and Hungary’s veto on financial support for Ukraine.
Former US official John Bolton criticises the EU’s approach to the Iran situation.

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This morning, ten EU countries are in open revolt against the bloc’s flagship climate policy, the ETS. Immediate concerns over its implementation have sparked considerable backlash across Europe.

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Good morning from Brussels. Following intense discussions overnight, EU leaders have reacted strongly to Viktor Orbán’s veto on Ukraine’s loan, with alternatives now being considered to resolve the impasse.