Politics
European politics: the EU, Brussels, elections, governments and policy.
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Albania's PM doubles down on claims of Iranian cyberterrorism as protests continue
Protests initially started over a proposed investment project by a venture linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, in …
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Europe Today: EU Sports Commissioner on Euronews as biggest-ever World Cup kicks off
The much anticipated FIFA World Cup kicks off today, bringing together some of the world's biggest footballers for a month of matc…
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Why Europe's labour needs clash with its migration policy
Europe faces a paradox: economies need workers while governments tighten migration rules. This tension grows as the EU’s Migration…
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EU seals €45 price cap for controversial fuel carbon tax
Climate surcharge will be kept at around €0.10 per litre at the pump, negotiators agreed
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How do locals feel about the Makerfield by-election?
How do local people feel about the Makerfield by-election?
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The Taliban’s visa problem
Also, in Thursday’s edition: Irish presidency, influencers, World Cup
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Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them
In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.
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Cyprus faces crunch time to reach compromise on pesticide rules
Substance approvals and import residues remain sticking points
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Taliban delegation yet to apply for visas ahead of EU migration talks
Belgium says it has not received visa applications from Taliban representatives expected in Brussels this month for "technical-lev…
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Dutch military working with British firm for sovereign radio network
The move aims to reduce dependence on foreign communication systems
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Meta’s lobbyists still have tech’s biggest budget in Brussels
Social media giant spends €10 million annually on shaping EU policy industry, per report
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Did Sweden gamble with nicotine pouches’ EU future?
Diplomatic sources warn future legislation could severely restrict sales
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World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes? MEPs debate in The Ring
The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibe…
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Corporate lobbying in EU hits record €382m amid deregulation wave, new research finds
Spending of corporate lobbying into the EU reaches new highs according to new research, manifesting in slashed regulation in a bid…
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Changing visa rules for care workers is wrong, says Rayner
The former deputy prime minister says changing visa rules for migrants already living in the UK would be "un-British".
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Not even a cameo from needy Nige as Tice tries twice to push Reform’s rubbish ideas
Reform leader’s unwillingness to answer questions on £5m ‘donation’ leaves Dicky to serve up not-so-special guests It’s been 50 da…
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Why AI-turbocharged misogyny and porn is a threat to EU democracy
While speaking with friends and relatives, I often encounter the (sorry) naïve views that the 'manosphere' is just some sad boys p…
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Ben Jennings on Britain’s anti-immigration protests – cartoon
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'We have already given enough': Bulgaria's PM says weapons supplies to Ukraine will end
Bulgaria, which is member of NATO and the European Union, has been providing military aid Ukraine since Russia launched its full-s…
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Belfast knife attack disorder 'destabilising', says terror adviser
Jonathan Hall KC tells the BBC it was "absolutely legitimate" to talk about immigration in relation to national security.
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Vets advise ban on over the counter flea treatment for pets
Pet owners have historically been advised they should treat cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month.
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Long-term fertiliser solutions needed to avoid EU food shortages, EU Agriculture Commissioner says
The Agriculture and Food Commissioner warned that, to avoid looming food shortages in the face of rising fertiliser costs, the blo…
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'Partners and friends’: Trade and defence top of agenda at EU-South Korea summit
As security threats grow and geopolitics shift, the European Union and Republic of South Korea have celebrated a new Digital Trade…
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UN atomic watchdog demands urgent cooperation from Iran and access to nuclear sites
The resolution comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, with the US having launched airstrikes against Iran earl…