Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine peace deal would require 200,000 allied troops Ukrainian president tells Davos that Europe must establish itself as an ‘indispensable’ player on the global stage The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2025
Lobbying in ‘forever chemicals’ industry is rife across Europe – the inside story of our investigation A team of academic researchers, lawyers and journalists from 16 European countries has exposed a huge lobbying campaign aimed at gutting a proposed EU-wide restriction on the use of “forever chemicals”. This campaign saw significant increases in the lobbying expenditure of major producers of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known… The Conversation · Jan 21, 2025
‘We will drill, baby, drill’: Why Trump wants US out of Paris climate deal For a second time, Donald Trump promises to pull the US from a global agreement that most countries are party to. Al Jazeera · Jan 21, 2025
Ukrainian President Zelensky Urges Europe To Stand Together Ukrainian President Zelensky's speech at Davos emphasizes Europe's need to assert itself globally and unite against common threats. Top News · Jan 21, 2025
European Commodities: Coffee Prices Test Key Support Amid Seasonal Supply Concerns European stock market volatility fell sharply last week, and is now approaching levels where another volatility surge could be likely. Barchart · Jan 21, 2025
Benn ‘wrong to reject brake request’ but Government now acting – Little-Pengelly The deputy First Minister said the move on the Stormont Brake had forced a change of view in the Government. Evening Standard · Jan 21, 2025
Ursula von der Leyen seeks closer economic ties across EU as new Trump era begins European Commission president tells Davos that the bloc can no longer rely on ‘rising tide of global trade’ The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2025
The tiny animal at the centre of the first major Brexit trade battle between UK and EU The move is thought to be the first courtroom trade battle between the UK and EU since Brexit The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025
EU Climate Commissioner Expresses Disappointment Over US Paris Agreement Withdrawal US President Trump's withdrawal from Paris Agreement sparks criticism from EU officials. Despite setback, EU remains committed to combating climate change. Top News · Jan 21, 2025
At Davos, European Union vows to be pragmatic but principled' in negotiating with Trump Ursula von der Leyen said the EU would be "pragmatic, but we will always stand by our principles". Fortune · Jan 21, 2025
Spanish prime minister set to ban Brits from buying second homes SPANISH prime minister Pedro Sanchez is planning to stop people from the UK buying second homes in the country. The National (Scotland) · Jan 21, 2025
Tesla Sales Tumbled In Europe In 2024. But That’s Just Part Of The Story There’s no getting around the fact that electric vehicle registrations went down last year in Europe. Depending on how many countries you take into consideration, EV registrations dipped between 1.3% and 5.9% in 2024 compared to 2023. InsideEVs · Jan 21, 2025
Spain’s prime minister to ban Britons buying second homes Proposed ban comes amid soaring property and rent prices in Spain The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025
Elon Musk believes he got Trump elected. Now he’s coming for Europe Experts say the EU can wield its digital services rules against election interference – but even that won’t be easy. Al Jazeera · Jan 21, 2025
Motor1 · Jan 21, 2025 Ford's European Sales Cratered in 2024 Gone are the days when Ford was a force to be reckoned with in Europe. The sales results for 2024 show how drastic decisions to cut models have seriously impacted demand. The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) has published sales data for the previous 12 months, and the numbers are…
Top News · Jan 21, 2025 Hungarian PM Orbán Announces Offensive To 'Occupy' European Parliament Hungarian PM Orbán plans to 'occupy' EU Parliament in response to Trump's return, signaling a shift in European politics.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2025 ‘Now it’s our turn to shine!’ How world leaders greeted Trump’s inauguration Most leaders were diplomatic about their differences, while others more ideologically aligned with the new US president voiced their joy
International Business Times · Jan 21, 2025 EU's Legal Weapon Facing The Heat From US Big Tech For tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, the EU's digital rules are a tool of censorship.
International Business Times · Jan 21, 2025 Facing Trump And Musk, EU Lawmakers Seek Sure Footing How to deal with Donald Trump's disruptive return to the White House and the tempestuous forays of his billionaire ally Elon Musk into European affairs?
International Business Times · Jan 21, 2025 Trump's Climate Retreat Shines Light On Other Green Leaders The United States withdrawing from the Paris Agreement is a blow to global cooperation on climate change, but other countries are marching ahead and stepping up leadership on the issue.
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025 Keir Starmer’s pragmatic approach to handling President Trump is the right one THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister should resist pressure from those urging him to ‘stand up’ to Trump. There is little for the UK to gain by pillorying the 47th US president
International Business Times · Jan 20, 2025 'Dear Friend': Nations React To Trump Inauguration Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump's return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations with the mercurial leader.
Evening Standard · Jan 20, 2025 Opportunity will arise to use Stormont Brake again, says DUP Leader Robinson Gavin Robinson has said his party used the Stormont Brake mechanism ‘legitimately’ and it has ‘kick started the Government’ into action.
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025 Northern Ireland Secretary insists Stormont Brake process has ‘worked’ Mr Benn said he has dealt with concerns in a sensible way and he ‘will take the necessary measures to ensure that there aren’t regulatory barriers’.
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025 Cruise confusion as firms invent their own rules on passport validity Exclusive: One cruise firm claimed British passports could not be used for travel to Europe beyond nine years and six months – but has now corrected the assertion