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Metsola's re-election drive puts Socialists under pressure

The European People’s Party is set to bank on a third mandate for the Maltese leader, who is popular among MEPs. This is a concern for the S&D group, which claims to be entitled to the presidency according to an informal agreement among centrist political forces.

Euronews

EU releases €1.4 Billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian asset profits after Kyiv attacks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that €1.4 billion in profits from immobilised Russian assets will be allocated after Russia’s deadly strikes on Kyiv. Most of the funds will be used to repay G7 and EU loans while €70 million will be directed toward military assistance.

Euronews

EU Demands Stronger Border Controls After Ceuta Crisis: How 'Smart' Technology Failed Border Security

The EU, led by Ursula von der Leyen, urges stronger border controls following the Ceuta migration crisis, where 72 Moroccans died. An emergency meeting will discuss Schengen Area border controls.

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Sanction in limbo: How the EU hit a wall with its maritime services ban

Earlier this year, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a full ban on maritime services for Russian oil tankers. But an extraordinary combination of factors has plunged the sanction into political limbo. Here's how the plan went awry.

Euronews

Stronger EU borders needed after Ceuta crisis, von der Leyen says

European Commission president says work needed in five areas of migration control including returning more people

The Guardian - UK

Von der Leyen calls for tighter checks and physical barriers following Ceuta crisis

The Commission president moved to defuse tensions with Spain following criticism from across Europe over Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's handling of the Ceuta migration crisis.

Euronews

EU chief urges 'united action' on borders after Ceuta migrant rush

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called Monday for "united action" on border security after a migrant rush on Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta triggered a public spat between Madrid and several European partners. The videoconference set for Tuesday will be a chance to draw "lessons" from the Ceuta…

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'Selfish, polarising, unlawful': Spain slams EU states over Ceuta migrant crisis

Spain's prime minister Pedro Sánchez on Saturday criticised the response of some European Union member states to this week's mass influx of illegal migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, calling their approach "selfish, polarising and unlawful."

The Times of India

'Not a single person reached mainland Spain or the rest of the EU', says von der Leyen

After around 60,000 irregular migrants entered the Ceuta Spanish enclave in North Africa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said this Saturday that "the vast majority of those who arrived illegally have returned to Morocco."

Euronews

Sánchez slams Europe's lack of solidarity over Ceuta in letter to von der Leyen

In a letter, Sánchez laments what he describes as a lack of EU solidarity driven by "prejudice, misinformation and attacks" for political gain.

Euronews

EU Opens Bids for Seven AI Super-Hubs To Break US and China Monopoly

The European Commission has announced a €30bn initiative to establish AI gigafactories, aiming to reduce Europe's dependence on US and Chinese technology by enhancing its own AI infrastructure.

International Business Times UK

'Targeted shadow fleet for first time': EU announces major ops against Russia, unveils fresh sanctions

The European Union on Thursday approved its 21st package of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, retaining the existing oil price cap for another year while expanding restrictions on banks, crypto firms and, for the first time, vessels linked to Moscow's "shadow fleet". European Commission president Ursula von…

The Times of India

The EU versus Big Tech, and sanctions package approval

In today's newsletter: A potential fine is on its way for a US technology company in breach of the bloc's digital fairness rules, and the EU's 21st package of sanctions finally gets over the line amid criticism from a Baltic head of state in exclusive comments to Euronews.

Euronews

Sweet, sweet Spanish victory

In today's newsletter: The FIFA World Cup magic comes to an end, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen holds court on competitiveness, and various European capitals face ministerial reshuffles.

Euronews

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A Greek tragedy, and a postcard from Djibouti

Hello, I’m Mared Gwyn with the final newsletter of the week. Today I take you from Greece to Djibouti, and provide exclusive insights into a closed-door Brussels meeting addressed by Jared Kushner.

Euronews

'The tide is turning': Inside Ursula von der Leyen's trip to Kyiv

Ursula von der Leyen's latest visit to Kyiv captured a shift in momentum. The battlefield has moved to the skies and accession is yielding tangible results. "The tide is turning," she declared.

Euronews

Drones, military gains and a contentious reshuffle

Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows.

Radio France Internationale

EU and Ukraine seal drone deal to pair industry with battlefield expertise

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday announced a drone deal with Ukraine to boost joint production of the key battlefield technology.

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Reason

European Commission Moves Us One Step Closer to the End of the Open Internet

It's coming faster than you might think.

The Times of India

'Combine our strengths': EU, Ukraine sign multi-billion 'drone deal' to counter Russia

The European Union and Ukraine have signed a landmark "drone deal" to combine Kyiv's battlefield expertise with European industrial capacity for joint production, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

European Commission President tells Ukraine ‘the tide is turning’ during visit

Von der Leyen said she would announce new steps toward integrating the European and Ukrainian defense industries

Euronews

Von der Leyen and Zelenskyy sign EU-Ukraine drone deal

The agreement is meant to combine the EU's industrial base with Ukraine's battle-tested expertise.

The Guardian - UK

Moscow warns that foreign troops in Ukraine would be seen as legitimate targets – as it happened

Members of the pro-Ukraine “coalition of the willing” this week reasserted their desire for such a force after a cessation of hostilities

Euronews

Von der Leyen arrives in Kyiv to discuss drones and EU accession with Zelenskyy

The visit of the president of the European Commission to Kyiv will have a heavy focus on drone production and EU accession.

Euronews

Newsletter: ‘Tide turning’ for Ukraine, von der Leyen says in Kyiv

Hello, it’s Wednesday, and I’m Mared Gwyn. In today’s newsletter: the view on the ground in Ukraine as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visits, and a new EU-UK pact marks a “new era” for Gibraltar.

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