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EU and Moldova Reach Energy Agreement to Reduce Dependence on Russia
Brussels (Eurotoday) – The European Union (EU) and Moldova agreed on an energy security plan on February 4, 2025, which sought to wean the nation off its reliance on Russian supplies and integrate it into the EU’s network, AP reported. The European Commission stated that Moldova would acquire 250 million euros in the current year,…
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New Environment Commissioner: Desertification and Flooding Pose Challenges for the EU
Brussels – In her first significant report as EU Environment Commissioner, Jessika Roswall reveals that only 40 percent of surface water in the European Union is deemed to be in good condition. “Our water resources are polluted, our supply is at risk, and we are not adequately addressing flood prevention,” warns Roswall, the former EU…
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Nigel Farage Surpasses Labour in Latest Poll
The next general election in the United Kingdom is still a long way off — it is not required to take place until August 2029 — and Reform UK’s polling lead remains within the margin of error. According to POLITICO’s Poll of Polls, Labour and Reform UK are currently tied at 25 percent, while the…
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Can Domestic E-Shops Withstand the Surge of Affordable Chinese Products?
The pre-Christmas period, as usual, saw an increased interest in online shopping services, and last year was no exception. Moreover, after two years, Czech e-shops experienced year-on-year growth in revenue. In total, the amount reached 194 billion CZK, which is 5% more than in 2023. Overall, Czechs spent 228 billion CZK online last year, with…
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Von der Leyen: The EU Welcomes Constructive Dialogue with the US, But is Prepared to Respond to Targeted Actions
At a press conference following the informal European Council in Brussels, which focused on defense and transatlantic relations, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed the EU’s willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with the US. She also emphasized that the EU stands ready to respond firmly if unfair or arbitrary actions are taken…
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How Britain Can Sidestep Trump’s Tariffs: Opt for American Gas
Dependence on U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) is projected to grow over the next decade as domestic gas production declines, according to Glen Bryn-Jacobsen from National Gas. However, increasing LNG imports comes with environmental drawbacks. LNG is more polluting than domestically-sourced gas due to emissions from shipping and the regasification process. As a result, scaling…
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Is a Revolution in Iran Likely by 2025?
February 11 marks the 47th anniversary of the 1979 anti-monarchy revolution in Iran. Though Iranians aspired to democracy, clerics seized power, establishing one of the most repressive dictatorships in modern history. Yet, the Iranian people have never abandoned their fight for freedom and democracy. Over the decades, they have built a formidable resistance movement, led…


