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Germany's Infineon opens major chip plant as EU seeks tech autonomy

German semiconductor giant Infineon opened a five-billion-euro ($5.7 billion) microchip plant Thursday, as Europe seeks to bolster its high-tech autonomy. "We all want to further strengthen Europe's position as a semiconductor hub," Infineon CEO Jochen Hanebeck said at the opening ceremony.

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Germany’s Infineon opens major chip plant

Germany’s Infineon opens major chip plant

DRESDEN, Germany - The German semiconductor giant Infineon opened a five-billion-euro ($5.7 billion) microchip plant on Thursday, as Europe seeks to bolster its high-tech autonomy.

‘But we’re just 1% of emissions’: do smaller countries’ climate efforts matter?

‘But we’re just 1% of emissions’: do smaller countries’ climate efforts matter?

Past and present leaders of wealthy nations such as UK and Germany have argued their actions are insignificant

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Unhappy families: Matthäus claims Germany travel plans caused World Cup rift

Lothar Matthäus, the former Germany captain turned pundit, has blamed the World Cup exit in part on the players’ efforts to have their families in tow

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Chancellor Merz: why his confusing X posts on Germany's World Cup exit

"You thrilled our country at this World Cup," wrote Chancellor Merz after the team’s exit – but reactions show he misread the mood. A second X post and his explanation for the debacle followed.

Germany’s proposal to ease trade tensions with China has not gone down well in Beijing

Trade tensions between the EU and China are deepening. On June 16, the EU’s trade chief, Maroš Šefčovič, said the bloc’s unbalanced trade relationship with China “had reached a point that requires a reset”. The German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, then criticised Beijing days later for what he claimed were its…

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EU releases 3 billion-euro loan package for Ukraine's recovery as part of 2-year commitment

The European Union has disbursed the first 3 billion-euro tranche of a 90 billion-euro loan to Ukraine

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EU investigates secret group chat between Zelensky and European leaders that ‘discussed how to deal with Trump’

EU investigates secret group chat between Zelensky and European leaders that ‘discussed how to deal with Trump’

The EU Commission rejected a request to publish details of the chat that contained Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer

The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy doing ‘pretty well’ against Russia, declares Trump

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy doing ‘pretty well’ against Russia, declares Trump

Ukrainian president ‘holding his own’ in war, says US leader, as German chancellor flags ‘strong signal of support’ to Kyiv from European allies. What we know on day 1,583

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Europe leaders reaffirm unity on defence ahead of Ankara NATO summit

Europe leaders reaffirm unity on defence ahead of Ankara NATO summit

European leaders met Wednesday in Berlin ahead of next month's NATO summit in Ankarai to discuss European defence and security guarantees for Ukraine, following tensions with the United States and among the main European members.

Europe's five largest military powers meet ahead of key NATO summit with Ukraine in mind

Europe's five largest military powers meet ahead of key NATO summit with Ukraine in mind

The leaders of Europe's largest military powers met in Berlin on Wednesday in preparation for a pivotal NATO summit next month, to discuss support and security guarantees for Ukraine and how to strengthen the Atlantic Alliance's European Pillar.

Newsletter: Ukraine tensions and the Taliban question

Newsletter: Ukraine tensions and the Taliban question

In today's newsletter: All eyes are on Berlin to see if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk can resolve tensions between the capitals, and further questions loom regarding a meeting between the European Commission and the Taliban on Tuesday.

Merz backs plans to raise Germany’s retirement age to 70 in pension changes

Merz backs plans to raise Germany’s retirement age to 70 in pension changes

Recommendations from commission propose gradual rise in retirement age by the early 2090s

The Guardian - UK

Germany's leader pledges to reform a creaking pension system and says 'failure is not an option'

Germany's leader pledges to reform a creaking pension system and says 'failure is not an option'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to push through a proposed reform of the country’s creaking pension system that would include raising the retirement age gradually in line with life expectancy

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How China’s currency makes the EU's trade deficit worse – and what Brussels can do

EU leaders last week pointed to the undervaluation of the yuan as a major factor in the EU’s record trade deficit with China, which Brussels is taking steps to address.

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European leaders pay tribute to Starmer as EU-UK summit is postponed

Ursula von der Leyen, Friedrich Merz and Volodymyr Zelenskyy say British PM helped increase security

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Europe’s Russia dilemma: Why EU is opening a channel with Moscow despite Ukraine war

European Council President Antonio Costa defended his office's direct diplomatic outreach to Russia, emphasizing the need for communication channels despite the absence of immediate peace talks over Ukraine. While some EU leaders expressed concerns about uncoordinated efforts and maintaining pressure on Moscow, others, like Spain and Ireland, backed the initiative…

EU leaders split over diplomatic contact with Russia

EU leaders are mixed over an attempt by European Council President Antonio Costa to contact the Kremlin while the war in Ukraine drags on.

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Italian PM Meloni says she was ‘astonished’ by Trump claims that she ‘begged’ him for a photo - as it happened

Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani canceled his planned trip to the US in response to the ‘made up’ remarks

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe as he lambasts NATO allies in Brussels meeting

Hegseth slammed Europe for prioritising what he called liberal ideals over practical defence needs as he lambasted the alliance’s defence chiefs in a rare appearance at the NATO HQ in Brussels.

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Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of American troop deployments in Europe, warning that future U.S. military commitments will depend on how quickly European allies assume greater responsibility for their own defence.

The Independent UK

Trump calls Modi ‘most beautiful man’ during press conference – while Indian PM takes no questions

The flattering comments from Trump come a week after India urges US to halt strikes on shipping following three attacks on ‌Indian-crewed tankers

EU leaders meet in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, China shock and €2 trillion budget

Russia's war on Ukraine, unfair Chinese competition and the next long-term budget top the agenda of the EU summit.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Allies give nod for Kyiv to reproduce their air-defence missiles

Proposal comes amid critical shortages of air defence ammunition; leaders at France summit hail renewed focus on pressuring Russia. What we know on day 1,576

Germany and Poland sign new defence deal as balance of power in Europe shifts

Poland’s importance as a logistics hub for Ukraine, alongside its growing economy and heavy defence investment, has made it a compelling partner for Germany and other core European countries.

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