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This morning, the European Commission unveiled a proposal to impose prison sentences of two to eight years for firearms-related offences across the European Union. The directive aims to harmonise penalties and enhance cooperation among member states.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

Today, one hundred and five MEPs have urged the European Commission for a funded pathway ensuring access to abortions, as a decision on the “My Voice, My Choice” initiative is expected tomorrow.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle is in Brussels to advocate for UK inclusion in the EU’s forthcoming “Made in Europe” strategy, amid fears of escalating trade tensions following failed defence loan negotiations.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, a new watchdog study reveals that the European Union’s Clean Industrial Deal has faced significant lobbyist influence, with over 750 meetings documented in the last year, raising concerns over industrial compliance and environmental standards.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, launched by Vladimir Putin four years ago, has resulted in the loss of approximately 20% of Ukrainian territory. President Volodymyr Zelensky reflects on Ukraine’s resilience, stating the country has defended its independence. More details follow.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the “One Europe, One Market” strategy at the EU leaders’ summit, aiming to unify the EU market to enhance global competitiveness against the US and China within two years. This change is urgent as leaders seek to overcome market fragmentation.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the “One Europe, One Market” strategy, aiming for full EU single market integration by 2027 to enhance competitiveness with the US and China. This is crucial for the bloc’s economic future.

Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Péter Szijjártó and Slovakia’s Minister of Economy Karel Hirman announced a suspension of diesel exports to Ukraine, citing Kyiv’s failure to restore the disrupted Druzhba pipeline, though the European Commission claims energy security remains unaffected.

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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed the country’s participation in the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) agreement, paying €10 million, marking Canada as the first non-European state involved. The UK, however, faces demands of €4 billion to €6.75 billion for similar access.