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Press releasePublished 25 Jun 2026

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Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles or vans registered in Europe decreased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, according to provisional data published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA).

The reductions in emissions from new cars and vans

Meloni responded on Thursday, clarifying that Rutte incorrectly suggested that flights from Italy were directly involved in attacks on Iran while trying to assure Washington of NATO’s significant involvement.
“In his — let’s call it enthusiastic — account, the secretary-general has muddled together things that are actually quite distinct, confusing the types of authorized flights

Washington, D.C., United States, June 25 – Eurotoday Newspaper — US communications infrastructure is set to receive stronger regulatory protection after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to tighten rules governing submarine communication cables that connect the United States to global internet networks. The updated requirements are designed to improve national security, increase

The Commission suggests AWS and Azure may be subject to Europe’s strictest digital market regulations as cloud infrastructure becomes vital for AI and businesses
The European Commission has moved to potentially classify Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure under the Digital Markets Act, suggesting these cloud platforms might act as gatekeepers in Europe’s digital economy, despite not meeting

The newly implemented restrictions indefinitely prohibit multiple-entry visas, reinstate visa fees for diplomats, and extend visa processing times to 45 days.
Initially suggested by Brunner, these sanctions are not the EU’s first effort to encourage countries to assist with migrant readmission. Ministers enacted similar measures against Gambia in 2021 and against Ethiopia in 2024. The Ethiop

On July 1, 2026, Ireland will assume the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
During a background briefing for the European Newsroom (enr) at Ireland’s Permanent Representation to the European Union in Brussels, journalists received an early overview of the presidency’s upcoming agenda.
Reporters from various European Newsroom member agencies discussed key issues w

London, UK, June 25 – Eurotoday Newspaper — Company formation services are becoming increasingly important as UK directors face growing pressure to meet Companies House filing deadlines and maintain corporate compliance. Business advisers say missing statutory deadlines can result in financial penalties, damage a company’s reputation, and create unnecessary administrative challenges.
Companies H

The US State Department has announced over $800 million in funding for the World Food Programme (WFP) and more than $218 million in partnership with the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
This announcement comes at a crucial time as global hunger hits record levels, humanitarian needs rise, and resources are increasingly strained. This follows nearly $4 billion in US commitments to UN humanitarian ef

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