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‘Threats are increasing’: the EU official on a mission to protect media freedom

Věra Jourová says her upbringing in former Czechoslovakia has inspired her work to ensure journalism remains independent

The Guardian - UK

Israeli FM to Visit Brussels Aiming to Change EU Positions on Iran, Middle East

Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen announced that he would fly to Brussels on Tuesday to meet several EU leaders, including European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, after previously stating that he wasn't welcome in Israel. Israel wants to open a new page in relations, eyeing to secure European support…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine Told Poland, EU That Grain Import Restrictions Are ‘Unacceptable’

Ukraine had protested to key allies the European Union and Poland over restrictions on its grain supplies on Friday, before the European Commission announced later in the day that a deal had been reached in principle to resolve the matter. Ukraine's foreign ministry said on Saturday it had sent notes…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Deal reached in principle to resume Ukraine grain transit with 5 EU countries

The European Commission said on Friday it had reached a deal in principle to allow the transit of Ukrainian grain to resume through five European Union countries that had imposed restrictions.

Reuters

EU Proposes New Copyright Rules for Generative AI

Companies deploying generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, will have to disclose any copyrighted material used to develop their systems, according to an early EU agreement that could pave the way for the world's first comprehensive laws governing the technology. The European Commission began drafting the AI Act nearly two…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Reconstruction in Ukraine: Kyiv hopes to attract private investors

Russian forces continue to wage war across Ukraine, but Volodymyr Zelensky's government is already looking ahead to the task of rebuilding. The European Commission and World Bank predict that this could come with a price tag of some $400 billion. Oleksandr Gryban, Ukraine’s Deputy Economy Minister admits that attracting investors…

France 24

Hungary govt to submit judicial bill to parliament to unlock EU funds -minister

After talks with the European Commission, Hungary's government will submit a key judicial reform bill to parliament as part of its efforts to unlock suspended EU funds, Justice Minister Judit Varga said on her official Facebook page on Thursday.

Reuters

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European Commission to ban Ukrainian grain exports to Romania -minister

The European Commission will ban Ukrainian grain and oilseeds exports to Romania until June 5, Romanian Agriculture Minister Petre Daea said on Wednesday.

Reuters

Microsoft reportedly plans to close Activision deal despite FTC lawsuit

A new report suggests Microsoft is planning to close its Activision deal despite FTC interference.

Windows Central

Framework will ensure NI consumers get same goods as rest of UK, says EU chief

Maros Sefcovic said the Windsor Framework would smooth trade but that the European Court of Justice would remain the sole arbiter of EU law.

The Independent UK

Attempts to silence journalists increase in Europe: CPJ

The Committee to Protect Journalists says the European Union needs to do more to protect media workers.

Al Jazeera

Twitter blue ticks: 5 ways to spot misinformation without verified accounts

After months of chaotic policies, backtracks on said policies and mass layoffs, Elon Musk has made good on his vow to fully replace Twitter’s “blue tick” verification with a paid subscription service.

The Conversation

EU plan to ban up to 7,000 dangerous chemicals failing badly, says study

Roadmap to stop use of substances including ‘forever chemicals’ used to implement bans on 14 chemical groups so far, report states

The Guardian - UK

King appoints Lord Patten and Baroness Ashton to Order of the Garter

The announcements for the oldest and most senior order of chivalry in the country are made on St George’s Day.

The Independent UK

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Reuters

Russia downbeat on Black Sea grain deal as Kyiv tries to unblock exports

Ukraine's prospects of unblocking grain shipments to eastern Europe improved on Friday as Romania opted against a unilateral ban on food imports, but there was no progress on extending a deal on Black Sea exports.

Reuters

Poland to give farmers $2.4 billion in aid as PM slams EU response

European Union measures to help farmers affected by a glut of Ukrainian food imports are too little too late, the Polish prime minister said on Friday, after the government approved 10 billion zlotys ($2.4 billion) in aid for Polish agriculture.

Reuters

Romania will not ban Ukrainian grain imports, awaits EU decision

Romania will not unilaterally ban the import of Ukrainian grain and will wait for the European Commission to enforce measures to help central and eastern European farmers, Agriculture Minister Petre Daea said on Friday.

Al Jazeera

Macron accused of ‘playing into Xi’s hands’ with Taiwan comments

French president might have been trying to caution against a bipolar world, but he left self-ruled Taiwan exposed.

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EU court ups the pressure on Italy over tenders for beach licences

The European Union on Thursday raised the pressure on Italy over freeing up the market for beach club licences, which the bloc's court of justice said must finally be subject to impartial and transparent tenders.

Reuters

EU plans farmer support, import curbs on Ukraine grain

The European Union is preparing 100 million euros ($109.32 million) in compensation for farmers in five countries bordering Ukraine and plans to introduce restrictions on imports of Ukrainian grains.

Al Jazeera

Why is Ukrainian grain suddenly so divisive in Europe?

Top European Union officials are racing to appease a handful of countries that have temporarily banned imports.

Space

SpaceX, ULA could launch missions for Europe while it waits for its next-generation rocket: report

Delays in Europe's next-generation launch vehicle, the Ariane 6, are causing the European Commission to seek alternatives for the countries' access to orbit.

Tom’s Hardware

EU Proceeds with $47 Billion European Chips Act

The EU reaches a deal on local semiconductor industry funding, to the tune of €43 billion.

Reuters

Watchdog sees fault in EU Commission tobacco contacts

The European ombudsman has made an initial finding that the European Commission's failure to be fully transparent about its meetings with the tobacco industry constitutes maladministration and is demanding an answer within three months.

The Guardian - UK

EU faces legal action after including gas and nuclear in ‘green’ investments guide

European Commission accused of acting unlawfully in two separate cases bought by environment groups

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