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www.dw.com
3 months ago
EU data protection

EU's Charles Michel backtracks on plans to run as MEP DW 01/26/2024

Charles Michel is no longer running in the European Parliament elections due to 'extreme reactions' and 'personal attacks' from outside the European Council.
Michel's decision to withdraw was influenced by public criticism and the potential distraction it could cause from his current responsibilities. [ more ]
www.france24.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

EU Council president to step down early, triggering race to replace him

European Council president Charles Michel will step down early, triggering a race to find a successor for the position.
Michel plans to stand in the European parliament elections in June and will be the head of the liberal Reformist Movement in the elections. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
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EU's Charles Michel to quit Council presidency, run as MEP DW 01/07/2024

European Council President Charles Michel plans to run in the European Parliament elections in June and will vacate his post if successful.
The EU may be seeking new leaders for both the European Commission and the European Council in the coming months. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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Michel sparks race to stop Orban becoming European Council president

European Council president Charles Michel has announced he will run as an MEP in the upcoming European elections.
If elected, Michel will stand down as council president, potentially leaving the role open for Hungary's Viktor Orban. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
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The E.U. says it will impose new sanctions on Iran's drone and missile programs.

European Council imposed new sanctions on Iran's drone and missile programs as a response to the weekend attack on Israel. [ more ]
euronews
1 month ago
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Charles Michel: We need to give Ukraine more military equipment

EU elections will bring significant policy shifts affecting various global issues.
EU aims to reinstate pre-COVID fiscal rules to manage consequences of COVID-19. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
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Ukraine: EU plans more tariff-free trade, and limits DW 03/20/2024

Provisional agreement reached to continue freeze on Ukrainian exports to EU markets until June 2025 with tougher restrictions on some agricultural produce.
EU reinforces safeguards on sensitive agricultural products to protect its market while supporting Ukraine economically and gradually integrating it into the EU internal market. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
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EU fails to agree on legal definition of rape DW 02/07/2024

Despite efforts, a consent-based definition of rape was not achieved in negotiations between the European Parliament and European Council.
Different EU member states have varying definitions of rape, and this will remain the case for the foreseeable future. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe politics

Leaders race to bring Orban on board as EU summit opens with decision about opening Ukraine accession talks on table Europe live

Lithuania's president believes there is a historical chance to start negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova at the summit.
The European Council will focus on the proposed 50bn for Ukraine and enlargement during the summit. [ more ]
Independent.ie
5 months ago
Europe politics

EU to open accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova - despite fears Victor Orban would block deal

Charles Michel announces talks on Ukraine joining the EU will begin after first day of summit in Brussels.
Hungary's Prime Minister Orbán resists providing Ukraine with more financial aid or allowing them to join the EU. [ more ]
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