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BiH Anticipates Tangible Progress by March for First Intergovernmental Conference with the EU, Receives Strong Support from Croatia
Sarajevo, (Fena) – The Third Meeting of the Joint Committee overseeing the Agreement on European Partnership between Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Council of Ministers and Croatia’s Government was co-chaired by Josip Brkić, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of BiH, and Andreja Metelko-Zgombić, State Secretary for Europe at Croatia’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, in Sarajevo.…
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EU Pledges Strong Response to New Trump Tariffs Over Greenland
“The European Union is committed to firmly defending international law within its member states,” Costa stated. “We are coordinating a unified response from the EU member states on this matter.” Trump announced new tariffs on his Truth Social platform, citing recent military deployments to Greenland by targeted countries as the reason, while a NATO troop…
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Residents of Antwerp Line Up for Free Tulips at Opera Square
Antwerp (Eurotoday) January 17, 2026 – Tulip enthusiasts queued for hours at Antwerp’s Opera Square to receive 15 free tulip flowers each as part of a city-organised spring promotion. The event distributed 7,500 bulbs grown locally in the Netherlands and Belgium. Participants described the bouquets as “a bouquet to brighten up our home” during the…
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Council of Ministers of BiH Approves Economic Reform Programme 2026–2028: Essential Move Towards Fulfillment of EU Economic Criteria
Sarajevo, (Fena) – The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina has unanimously approved the Economic Reform Programme for the period of 2026 – 2028, which will be submitted to the European Commission. This programme, in conjunction with the Reform Agenda, serves as a crucial document for the stabilization and association process aimed at fulfilling…
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Belgium Minimizes Greenland Strain with ‘Uncle Sam’ as Europe Boosts Presence
“This is a reconnaissance mission,” he stated, emphasizing that there is no permanent deployment or combat posture planned. The initiative arises as Denmark and an increasing number of European allies enhance military activities in and around Greenland, amplifying exercises and troop presence at Copenhagen’s request. Denmark aims to bolster Arctic security and allies’ ability to…
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Racing Genk and Lommel SK Jointly Condemn Racist Remarks by Fans
Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 17, 2026 – Racing Genk and Lommel SK jointly condemned racist statements made by a Jong Genk supporter during a Jupiler Pro League youth match. The incident occurred during Racing Genk’s U23 fixture against Lommel SK at the Cegeka Arena youth facilities. Both clubs issued statements disavowing the remarks and…
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Šefović: The Cypriot Presidency Adjusts to the EU’s Trade Policy
Limassol – The Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU) has expressed its readiness to assist the European Commission (EC) in fulfilling its trade and economic goals. This statement was made by EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič to TASR’s correspondent on Thursday following a joint meeting of the…
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European Commission’s Ukraine Strategy Influences EU Policy in Brussels 2026
Brussels January, 2026 — Writing in the Eurotoday Newspaper, European policymakers say the European Commission Ukraine strategy has moved to the heart of EU decision-making this year, as sustained pressure on Europe’s eastern flank pushes Brussels to actively reshape policies that could redefine the Union’s stability, economic strength, and institutional credibility. The convergence of timing,…
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Lula of Brazil Misses Signing of Mercosur-EU Trade Agreement
The decision has gained attention due to Lula’s pivotal role in revitalizing the agreement since his return to office in 2023. Brazilian media reported that Lula prioritized a bilateral meeting with von der Leyen in Rio on Friday, presenting it as adequate to signify Brazil’s political ownership of the deal. Speaking alongside von der Leyen…