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Digital euro wins key EU backing as lawmakers approve draft rules

The European Union has moved a step closer to creating a digital euro, after members of the European Parliament passed a crucial vote on the virtual currency.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 24

‘Stop pretending’ EU entry-exit system is working, top European aviation head demands

‘This is about showing respect and decency for those who chose to travel to the EU,’ said Stefan Schulte

The Independent UK · Jun 24

A decade after the Brexit vote, Europe has moved on even if Britain hasn’t

As the EU consolidates its post‑Brexit identity,​ t​he UK faces renewed debate ​over the long‑term shape of its relationship with the continent

The Guardian - UK · Jun 24

Afghan Taliban to meet EU officials in rare meeting behind closed doors

Afghans make up one of the largest groups of migrants seeking asylum in the European Union

The Independent UK · Jun 23

EU plans banking reform by early 2027 to unlock billions in investment

The European Commission is preparing reforms for the first quarter of 2027 aimed at breaking down barriers between national banking markets, increasing financing for businesses and strategic sectors, and reducing the bloc’s dependence on foreign banks.

Euronews · Jun 23

Afghan Taliban set for EU migration talks slammed by rights groups

The EU is expected to hold talks on returning failed Afghan asylum-seekers with a Taliban delegation in Brussels Tuesday after Belgium issued one-day visas for the team, overriding criticisms from human rights groups. The 27-member bloc does not recognise the Taliban administration, but the European Commission invited a team from…

France 24 · Jun 23

Kazakhstan brings New Silk Road revival to Brussels as Tokayev visits EU leaders

Kazakhstan's president has arrived in Brussels this week to meet EU leaders and assess the delivery of promises made at last year's EU-Central Asia summit in Samarkand, with the Middle Corridor trade route connecting China to Europe through Central Asia at the top of the agenda.

Euronews · Jun 23

EU faces fierce criticism over plans to host Taliban in Brussels

Rights campaigners and MEPs say meeting would normalise regime that erases women from public life

The Guardian - UK · Jun 23

Belgium issues visas to Taliban delegation for EU migration talks

The EU is preparing to host Taliban representatives for the first time since the group's return to power in Afghanistan.

Euronews · Jun 22

EU 're-assessing' summit with UK after Keir Starmer lays out exit plan

A European Commission spokesperson said on Monday that the EU is "reassessing" plans to hold a summit with the UK in late July, as it becomes increasingly likely that Prime Minister Keir Starmer's successor will be in post in just three and a half weeks.

Euronews · Jun 22