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Cocoa-producing countries call on EU to delay anti-deforestation law

Cocoa-producing countries have asked the European Union for at least two more years to comply with EU regulation intended to ensure that beans imported to Europe do not come from deforested plots. But despite the mounting pressure, the Commission says it remains focused on implementing the regulation.

Radio France Internationale

California governor vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars

California’s governor has vetoed a bill that would have required all new cars to beep at drivers when they speed

The Independent UK

New relationship with EU possible but will not be easy, Keir Starmer says

PM hopes to work more closely on defence, borders and trade with EU as he sets meeting with von der Leyen

The Guardian - UK

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As the Ukraine war enters a critical period, the EU moves ahead without the US

The war in Ukraine is entering a critical period as the European Union enters a new era

The Independent UK

What is Zelenskyy’s ‘Victory Plan’ against Russia?

Long-range missiles and urgent NATO membership for Ukraine: Here’s more about Zelenskyy’s plan for victory.

Al Jazeera

OPINION - The Standard View: Keir Starmer is right to hold his nose and dine with Donald Trump

There are countless reasons to criticise a British prime minister. Perhaps he or she accidentally took the country out of the European Union, or held drunken parties during a national lockdown, or left D-Day commemorations early to attend a pre-recorded interview. Having dinner with Donald Trump is not one of…

Evening Standard

How Eastern Europe is shaking up the EU's multicultural ambitions

The European Union is grappling with a widening divide over its identity, with a major report this week exposing tensions between ethnic nationalism and values centred on inclusivity and diversity. These two contrasting visions of Europe appear to be on a collision course, especially in newer members of the bloc.

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To Poles, Germany’s border clampdown feels like the gates of Europe slamming shut again

The decision by Olaf Scholz’s government to reimpose checks at Germany’s frontiers is chilling for those of us born behind the iron curtain

The Guardian - UK

Europe to loosen protections for wolves as numbers increase by 25%

Experts estimate that up to 19,000 wolves may be present in the 27 EU member countries

The Independent UK

The EU is failing to dissuade African migrants despite spending billions, auditors say

The European Union's financial watchdog says the bloc is failing to draw lessons about how to discourage unauthorized migration into Europe from Africa

The Independent UK

The European Union is becoming too obsessed with defence

A new team of 26 leaders has been appointed to the European Commission, reflecting a carefully crafted balance of political ideologies and member states. Each will take on a different portfolio, from democracy to agriculture to innovation.

The Conversation

Europe’s worst floods on record made twice as likely by climate crisis – and will only get worse

Scientists ask for stronger climate action to reduce risks of future disasters

The Independent UK

British Airways wrongly turns away Gatwick passenger over passport – and repeats mistake four hours later

Exclusive: The airline has apologised for the errors but repeated incidents spark concerns

The Independent UK

Banned pesticides found in imported foods in France, data shows

Pesticides banned in France and within the European Union have been found in a substantial number of imported products. The

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The Independent UK

Why do airlines invent passport rules – and what to do if you’re wrongly denied boarding a flight?

There have been a number of cases of airlines wrongly turning passengers away – costing them thousands

TechRadar

GitHub will let any enterprise users store data in the EU

Enterprises can now store their GitHub data within the European Union, and more regions may follow soon.

France 24

France's new govt convenes for first time and sets budget, migrant issues as top priorities

France's right-leaning new government convened Monday for its first formal meeting during which Prime Minister Michel Barnier vowed to address budget and migrant issues as the priority. Barnier is expected to submit a new budget bill to the European Union next month, and he has pledged to "control and limit"…

The Independent UK

Emily Thornberry challenges Keir Starmer to cut post-Brexit border checks to help small businesses

The new chair of the powerful Commons foreign affairs committee, a surprise omission from the prime minister’s cabinet, said she had a list of improvements she was happy to give the government

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Asylum requests slump as EU borders tighten following shift to far right

Asylum applications in the European Union have declined compared to 2023, a trend that aligns with the rise of far-right political parties in Germany and the Netherlands, leading to stricter immigration policies.

Radio France Internationale

EU, China hold 'constructive' talks on electric vehicle tariffs but still no agreement

EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis reported positive progress in discussions with Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao on Thursday. The talks come as China aims to negotiate an agreement with the European Union to prevent the imposition of high tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) exported to EU countries.

The Conversation

Africans who apply for Schengen visas face high rejection rates – migration scholar explains why

Africans face a high rejection rate for visas to enter the Schengen group of countries. The group is made up of 29 European countries that have officially abolished border controls at their mutual borders. A Schengen visa is an entry permit for non-EU nationals which would allow them to make…