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The leaders issued a statement reaffirming that the strategic, mineral-rich Arctic island ’belongs to its people’

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PM Giorgia Meloni warned in a Christmas address that debt, weak growth and global tensions could make 2026 even harsher for Italy after a punishing 2025.

The European Commission announced it will delay the signing of the Mercosur trade agreement until the new year after Meloni asked for more time. No date has been set. Backers hope deal won't be further derailed.

Farmers in tractors have blocked roads, thrown potatoes and eggs, and set off fireworks in Brussels outside a European Union leaders’ summit

Proponents argue the agreement would provide an alternative to Beijing's export controls and Washington's tariff policies. Critics warn it would weaken environmental regulations and damage the EU's agricultural sector.

Pressure is growing on member states to back a €90bn loan for Kyiv ahead of a Brussels summit

Italy has signaled it might not support a major trade deal between the EU and South American countries

In an exclusive interview, European Commissioner for Climate Wopke Hoekstra said signing the Mercosur trade agreement is essential. Rome and Paris, however, are seeking to delay a crucial vote that could push or kill the deal.