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Brussels/Bratislava – European farmers should not be concerned about the potential negative effects of the new free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur nations, according to Maroš Šefčovič, the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security. This statement was made during an interview with Slovak media in Brussels, as reported by TASR. Last week,…

Brussels (Eurotoday): Brussels is making Anspachlaan safer by allowing bikes only from 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM. This change aims to protect pedestrians during busy times. Cyclists Union, say it’s unfair to all cyclists because there are no good alternative routes. The new rules will start after nearby construction is finished. Brussels is planning to…

The article, rewritten, is presented below: — Climate and Trade: A Shared Commitment Both parties reaffirm their dedication to implementing the Paris Agreement and collaborating on climate-related trade issues at bilateral, regional, and international levels. This overarching statement reflects European—and particularly French—aspirations to integrate climate concerns into the free trade agreement. These ambitions are underscored…

Brussels/Bratislava – The European Union has reached a significant milestone by finalizing a historic trade and investment agreement with the Mercosur bloc, which sends a powerful message globally about the potential for collaboration through the reduction of tariffs and trade barriers. This sentiment was expressed by Maroš Šefčovič, the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic…

“The package introduces additional individuals and entities to the existing sanctions list, targeting organizations within Russia and in third countries that indirectly support Russia’s military and technological advancements by circumventing export restrictions,” the Hungarian Council presidency announced in a statement. The agreement means that the package is poised for approval during the EU foreign ministers’…

A senior MEP has used a meeting with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to warn that the West is “facing a critical geopolitical period.” S&D leader in the EU Parliament Iratxe García met with Zelenskyy on 11 December and reiterated her group’s “continued full support to Ukraine for whatever it takes to win the war.” The MEP said, “We are facing a critical…

Here’s the rewritten version of the article: — U.K. Extends Ban on Gender-Affirming Care; New Review Set for 2027 A prior review in the United Kingdom on gender identity services highlighted significant gaps in research surrounding treatments for gender dysphoria. The analysis found that existing studies were largely unreliable and insufficient attention had been given…

Leuven (Eurotoday): Café ‘t Werrek in Wigmaal has reopened with new owners Maarten, Evy, and Wouter after being closed for six months. They kept the same vibe but had to change the café’s color from blue to light gray due to local rules. The community is happy to have their village pub back. The popular…

ZAGREB – Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced on social media that he spoke with European Council President Antonio Costa on Tuesday to discuss the advancements of Western Balkan nations in their pursuit of European Union membership. “In preparation for the upcoming @EUCouncil meeting and the EU-Western Balkans summit in Brussels next week, I had a…

French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister by the end of Thursday to replace Michel Barnier. While several names have been speculated in the French media, centrist François Bayrou, one of Macron’s earliest allies, is widely regarded as the leading contender. However, representatives from various left-wing parties have already voiced…