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US launches trade probe into EU over big tech fines

President Donald Trump announced a trade probe into the EU, accusing the bloc of unfairly targeting U.S. tech giants, a day after Google was hit with a €890 million antitrust fine.

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EU finds TikTok failed to shield the privacy of children's accounts from adults

TikTok's list of EU headaches keeps growing, with Brussels now finding its privacy settings left children's accounts open to adults and to the risks that come with it.

Euronews

Podcast | Brussels eyes political reshuffles in London and Budapest

In a week of political upheaval in Europe, Hungary got rid of its president and the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade entered office. What does this mean for Brussels?

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Giorgia Meloni: The face of Europe's far right?

Giorgia Meloni made history in 2022 when she became Italy's first female prime minister. She quickly signalled her ideological affinity with Donald Trump and positioned herself as a bridge between the MAGA movement in the United States and Europe's radical right. She was also the only European leader invited to…

France 24

EU capitals are falling behind Brussels in staff and tech

While EU institutions experiment with AI to manage growing workloads, many national capitals still lack the staff, tools and stakeholder networks to keep up with Brussels.

Euronews

Europe Today: Trump imposes new tariffs as EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia

US President Donald Trump is imposing a new wave of tariffs on trading partners, including the EU, with levies ranging between 10 and 12.5%. Bernd Lange, the EU Parliament top lawmaker on trade, reacts to this measure. Also in Brussels: The EU has agreed a new round of sanctions against…

Euronews

Google fine 'creates uncertainty' for EU-US trade deal, US Trade Representative says

Washington says the EU's €890m fine against Google under the Digital Markets Act jeopardises the EU-US trade deal, calling it "massive uncertainty" for US exporters.

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Coexistence isn’t a medieval memory. Ask the rabbis of the Muslim world

Rabbi Mendy Chitrik argues that Europe should engage more with Jewish communities in Muslim-majority countries, viewing them as living bridges for dialogue, coexistence and cooperation rather than relics of the past.

Euronews

EU fines Google €890 million for competition breaches, risking Trump ire

The European Commission on Thursday fined Google a total of €890 million for breaching the bloc’s Digital Markets Act by restricting customer access to its competitors' services. The move risks escalating tensions with US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly accused the EU of targeting US tech firms and has…

France 24

Brussels slaps €890 million fine on Google despite looming new US tariffs

Brussels fined Google €890 million under its Big Tech rulebook for favouring its own services in search results and restricting app developers, despite Washington preparing a fresh set of trade tariffs as current ones are expiring.

Euronews

New Ukraine army chief vows to step up counteroffensive as EU bids to finalise fresh Russia sanctions – as it happened

Brussels talks between senior diplomats now underway in attempt to sign off 21st package of sanctions, after previous failed attempts

The Guardian - UK

Brussels’ double deadlock

In today's newsletter: EU ambassadors aim to end the impasse on the 21st package of sanctions for Russia and whether to crack down on trade with illegal Israeli settlements, and more.

Euronews

EU cancels subsidy to Venice Biennale over Russia presence

BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - The European Union said Tuesday that it had definitively cancelled a two million euro ($2.3 million) grant to the Venice Biennale over Russia's presence at the world's biggest contemporary art show.

Bangkok Post

Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2 million in EU funds: appeal planned

New clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funds halted, the Foundation appeals and Italy’s government voices criticism.

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Brussels prepares first digital rulebook fine against Google, risking Trump's ire: media reports

German media reports say the EU executive is set to announce the fine against the tech titan on Thursday in a move that could escalate tensions with the Trump administration over digital services.

Euronews

Brussels proposes easing methane penalties after heavy lobbying from industry

The European Commission has stopped short of introducing new legal requirements, instead publishing optional model contract clauses to help energy importers meet the EU's methane regulations.

International Business Times

US Seeks Pledge On Easing Import Norms. EU Not Keen To Play Ball

The EU has the largest trade deficit in goods of any trading bloc with the US, at $226.46 billion. Brussels flags Washington's $203 surplus in services.

The Economic Times

EU wants bigger banks to rival US lenders

The European Union desires larger banks to enhance global competitiveness. Brussels aims to ease banking regulations and lower capital requirements. This move seeks to unlock more funding for various industries across Europe. Banks argue current rules hinder their ability to finance the economy. New banking rules are expected in the…

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Euronews

Brussels to double electrification target in bid to cut fossil fuel consumption

After months of speculation, the European Commission announced a 46 percent electrification target for the bloc's economy by 2040. The move is intended to cut dependencies on imported fossil fuels but critics argue that high electricity prices may complicate the EU's goals.

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A Greek tragedy, and a postcard from Djibouti

Hello, I’m Mared Gwyn with the final newsletter of the week. Today I take you from Greece to Djibouti, and provide exclusive insights into a closed-door Brussels meeting addressed by Jared Kushner.

Euronews

EU orders Google to share search data, open Android to AI rivals competitors

Brussels said Google must start sharing search data from January 2027 and users would start benefitting from the changes to Android from July 2027.

The Conversation

Confused about your building’s energy performance? Here’s how to understand Europe’s new labels

Imagine an apartment that could be teleported across Europe. In Spain, its energy certificate might read D. In Germany, the same apartment could earn a C on a scale that runs to H. In Brussels, it might land on B, one of more than 15 subclasses. In the Netherlands, where…

Euronews

EU pushes US to exempt €150 billion worth of EU goods from Turnberry deal

Brussels is seeking carve-outs from the 15 percent tariffs imposed by Washington on EU goods under the trade agreement reached in Scotland in 2025. The list, obtained by Euronews, includes iconic products such as Roquefort cheese, olive oil and wine.

The Times of India

Palestine welcomes India's renewed support for two-state solution and development projects

NEW DELHI: The State of Palestine has welcomed external affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar's announcement that India will establish major development projects for the Palestinian people. It was announced during the launch of India's campaign for election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2028 to…

Euronews

The EU wants smarter, tech-forward lawmaking. Experts say it's not enough

Brussels wants simpler rules and smarter tools. But with vague timelines, broad urgency loopholes and understaffed capitals, the overhaul may not deliver.

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