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MEP José Cepeda Demands Transparent Process for OLAF Director-General Appointment
In an exclusive statement to The Eurotoday Newspaper, MEP José Cepeda called for a transparent and strengthened democratic process in electing the Director-General of OLAF (European Anti-Fraud Office). He emphasized the necessity of clear procedures with enhanced parliamentary oversight to ensure independence, integrity, and effectiveness. Cepeda also advocated for increased visibility of OLAF’s work to…
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Orban: The EU Must Host Its Own Summit with Putin
The European Union should host its own summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stated Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Facebook on Tuesday, in response to his refusal to endorse the EU declaration on Ukraine prior to the upcoming meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. “Just four days before the pivotal…
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Poland Halts Covid Cash Payouts Following Swingers’ Club and Yacht Incident
Approximately 110 million złoty (€25.8 million) has been distributed so far, with most of the program’s budget still on hold. The HoReCa initiative, part of Poland’s postponed EU Covid recovery strategy, aimed to assist small tourism and hospitality enterprises in diversifying after the pandemic. The broader recovery fund, totaling €59.8 billion for Poland, had been…
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Mechelen Begins Dahliastraat Renovation, Completion by Spring 2026
Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Work began on the Dahliastraat renewal in Mechelen-Zuid, led by Alderman Patrick Princen. The project will improve safety, add green spaces, install new sewers, and finish by March 2026. As VRT News reported, work to renew Dahliastraat in Mechelen-Zuid started a week ago. The plan includes installing a new sewer…
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Plastic Treaty: EU "Prepared" to Compromise for Agreement
Geneva (Switzerland) – “The EU is prepared to reach an agreement, but not at any price. It is time to finalize this crucial pact,” stated Jessika Roswall, the European Commissioner for the Environment, during an unplanned press conference with Denmark’s Minister for the Environment, Magnus Heunicke. Magnus Heunicke remarked, “These negotiations are exceedingly challenging, but…
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EU commissioner warns Israeli military takeover of Gaza would be ‘catastrophic’
Israel is facing increasing criticism for its conflict with Hamas militants in Gaza, where reports indicate nearly 61,500 people have been killed since October 2023. A violent attack by Hamas militants on Israel on October 7, 2023, resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people, mostly civilians, with about 250 individuals captured by Hamas and…
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Leuven Surveys 79,533 Asbestos Roofs for OVAM 2040 Plan
Leuven (Eurotoday Newspaper) – Leuven district mapped 79,533 roofs, finding 17.8% likely contain asbestos. Interleuven led the AI-based survey; removal efforts continue, aiming for asbestos-free Flanders by 2040 with OVAM support. As VRT News reported, Leuven has become the first district in Flanders to complete a comprehensive mapping of all roofs potentially containing asbestos. Asbestos…
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EU leaders assert Ukraine’s right to determine its own future.
On Friday, American President Donald Trump will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not attend. Earlier this week, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas outlined “next steps” during a special Foreign Affairs ministerial council, followed by a statement from member states…
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Russia Breaks Through Ukrainian Defense in Donetsk as Putin-Trump Talks Near
On Friday, Russian leader Putin is scheduled to meet American President Donald Trump in Alaska to possibly discuss the cessation of the conflict between Moscow and Kyiv. Zelenskyy has expressed concerns that Russia might attempt to mislead the U.S. regarding their true intentions. After initiating its large-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Russia has…