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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.

EU lawmakers are set to suspend the EU-US trade agreement following a US Supreme Court ruling deeming 2025 tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump as illegal. EU Trade Chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasized the importance of respecting the deal amid ongoing trade tensions.

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.

The European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) has resumed its flagship entry exam after a seven-year hiatus, prompting private coaching companies to emerge, assisting candidates in navigating one of Europe’s most challenging competitions. This shift comes as demand for EU jobs rises.

Russia launched a series of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, injuring 15, including children, and killing one in Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the targeting of energy and infrastructure, with temperatures dropping to -10C.

Political jostling for the European Central Bank presidency has begun, following reports of Christine Lagarde’s potential early departure. This development is significant as it could influence monetary policy amidst ongoing economic challenges.

Francesca Albanese, United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, expressed key insights during a recent interview, emphasizing the current significance of the Palestinian situation amid global political shifts and escalating tensions.

The president of Eurochambres, Vladimír Dlouhý, called for the removal of self-imposed barriers hindering EU competitiveness during a recent panel discussion, highlighting concerns over the Green Deal’s impact amid ongoing EU-US relations scrutiny.

Francesca Albanese, UN special rapporteur for the Palestinian territories, rejected calls to resign amidst allegations of anti-Semitism from French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. Albanese termed the accusations “ludicrous” and refocused attention on her critical reports of global support for Israel.