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“With Russia’s full-scale invasion, we stepped up,” Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said in an interview with POLITICO. “But now, the well has run dry — the well of compassion, the well of understanding, the well of action. There’s no more water left; we’re just scraping at the sand.” He expressed concerns about a growing…

Bank of France Governor Backs Cautious Economic Approach Amid Inflation Debate Influential Bank of France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau lent his support on Thursday to a more cautious economic outlook, stating that “the balance of risks on growth and inflation is … shifting to the downside.” He added that the potential imposition of U.S.…

BUDAPEST/BRUSSELS/SOFIA – During a recent meeting in Budapest, the interior ministers of Bulgaria, Romania, Austria, and Hungary drafted a joint declaration addressing the imminent removal of border checks along the land borders of Bulgaria and Romania within the Schengen Area. This declaration was shared on the official social media account of the Hungarian EU Presidency.…

Romanian politician George Simion, leader of the AUR party, has emphasized his commitment to a “strong, united Europe” despite his conservative stance and values that often align with those of former U.S. President Donald Trump—positions that put him at odds with the Brussels establishment. Simion vowed to collaborate with mainstream EU parties if elected, prioritizing…

Czech Republic to End Exemption from EU Ban on Russian Oil Products Prague – The Czech Republic will not pursue an extension of the exemption from the European Union’s ban on importing Russian oil products, as confirmed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MPO) to Reuters today. This exemption is set to expire on…

Paris – With a new Commission in Brussels that is more attuned to competitiveness issues and the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House in January, prominent European industrial federations see an urgent need for action to avert an economic downturn in the EU. During the 6th edition of the trilateral Economic Forum…

Brussels – At a press conference held in Brussels on Thursday, Austrian Association of Municipalities President Johannes Pressl emphasized that European municipalities will be “strongly addressed” by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. He remarked, “We have received assurances that there will be a greater focus on the municipal level,” indicating that future EU commissioners…

Vilvoorde (Eurotoday): The Tessenderlo Group plans to restructure its gelatin factories in Vilvoorde and Treforest due to declining demand for bone gelatin in Europe. Approximately 300 jobs are at risk as the company faces competition from low-wage countries and plant-based alternatives. Significant investments are needed to maintain production amid these challenges. The Tessenderlo Group has…

Belgrade/Bratislava – Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated in an interview with Serbian state television RTS that Serbia is prepared for European Union membership; however, this process is hindered by the application of double standards against the country, as reported by TASR. Fico emphasized the importance of making decisions that prioritize citizens’ interests, drawing from…

At a meeting in Budapest on Friday, the interior ministers of Hungary, Austria, Bulgaria, and Romania announced plans to “initiate the necessary steps” toward setting a date for lifting land border checks with Romania and Bulgaria. However, this agreement comes with the condition that joint efforts to combat irregular migration continue. Their joint declaration also…