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European Leaders Withdraw from EU-Latin America Summit

(MENAFN) Several European leaders have decided not to participate in a forthcoming gathering of EU, Latin American, and Caribbean officials, citing worries that their presence might provoke US President Donald Trump, Financial Times has reported....

EU criticizes Israel’s bar on ICRC access to Palestinian prisoners

(MENAFN) The European Union has condemned Israel’s decision to bar the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) from visiting Palestinian detainees, calling it a violation of fundamental humanitarian principles. EU Commissioner for...

EU Considers Probation Period for New Members

(MENAFN) The European Union is exploring the possibility of broadening its membership by admitting new countries, but with a “probation” phase in place to ensure that applicants adhere to Brussels' principles and obligations, according to the...

EU Mulls Enforcing Probation for New Members

(MENAFN) The European Union is exploring a strategy to admit new members while imposing a “probation” period to ensure adherence to Brussels’ standards and values, EU enlargement commissioner Marta Kos said. Speaking in an interview with media...

EU contemplates extending its reach by admitting new members

(MENAFN) The European Union is exploring the idea of imposing a probationary period on new members to ensure compliance with its values and requirements, according to statements by the bloc’s enlargement commissioner, Marta Kos. In an interview...

Digital Samba Unveils Europe’s Free Alternative to Zoom at Web Summit 2025

Built and hosted entirely in the EU, Digital Samba Free brings privacy-first, no-sign-up video calls to everyone — launched live at Europe’s biggest tech event. BARCELONA, SPAIN, November 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At Web Summit 2025 in...

EU leaders skip meeting with Latin America amid Trump tensions

(MENAFN) Several European officials have withdrawn from an upcoming meeting between EU, Latin American, and Caribbean representatives, citing concerns that their presence could provoke US President Donald Trump, according to reports. The summit...

EU, NATO Workers’ Phone Locations Traded by Commercial Data Brokers

(MENAFN) A sweeping investigation by multiple European news organizations has uncovered that vast amounts of mobile phone location data from across Belgium — including signals from devices belonging to EU officials, NATO staff, and military...

Italy calls in Russian ambassador over Rome tower collapse remarks

(MENAFN) Italy’s Foreign Ministry summoned Russia’s ambassador on Monday following a Russian official’s claim linking the collapse of a historic Roman tower to Italy’s financial and military backing of Ukraine, according to reports. The dispute...

European Probe Reports Sale of Location Data to Sensitive Sites

(MENAFN) A recent investigation conducted by several European media organizations has uncovered that hundreds of millions of location data points from mobile devices in Belgium — including those used by personnel from EU institutions, NATO...

Germany Promotes Voluntary Return of Syrian Refugees

(MENAFN) German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated on Tuesday that his administration aims to create favorable conditions for the voluntary repatriation of Syrian refugees to their homeland. "Syrians should be encouraged to return voluntarily...

Germany wants to make voluntary return of Syrian refugees easier—FM

(MENAFN) German authorities are working to create conditions that would allow Syrian refugees to return to their homeland on a voluntary basis, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Tuesday. “Syrians should be encouraged to return voluntarily and...

ESET Research APT Report: Russian attacks surge in Ukraine and Europe; Chinese groups target Latin American governments

ESET has released its latest advanced persistent threat (APT) report, covering the period from April through September 2025. China-aligned APT groups continued to advance Beijing’s geopolitical objectives, increasing the use of the...

Refined Beet Industry in Europe to Grow Strongly by 2035 Driven by Sugar Demand and Sustainability

Europe refined beet demand to grow at 3.8% CAGR, led by granulated sugar and industrial channels. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Europe refined beet market is projected to expand from USD 16.8 billion in...

Orban Warns Ukraine EU Membership Could Cause War

(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has cautioned that the European Union could become directly entangled in the ongoing confrontation between Russia and Ukraine if it proceeds to grant Kiev full membership in the bloc. During an...

Moldovan President thanks EU for recognizing her nation’s progress

(MENAFN) Moldovan President Maia Sandu expressed gratitude to the European Commission on Tuesday for recognizing the country’s strides in its EU accession process, as the bloc released a report assessing its enlargement partners. European...

Orban claims Ukrainians are behind leak of EU citizen’s personal data

(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainian individuals and the opposition Tisza Party of orchestrating the theft and online release of personal data belonging to 200,000 Hungarian citizens, calling it a “serious national...

Austria Rejects EU’s 2040 Climate Target

(MENAFN) Austria has announced that it cannot endorse the European Union’s proposed 2040 climate objective in its present version, creating uncertainty over the future of the significant emissions initiative just before a key vote among...

Government to review Serbian reform support

SWEDEN, November 4 - Published 04 November 2025 The Government has decided to adapt its support to Serbia within the framework of the strategy for Sweden’s reform cooperation with the Western Balkans and Türkiye. The decision means that parts of...

Austria Refuses to Back EU’s 2040 Climate Target

(MENAFN) Austria announced it will not back the European Union’s proposed 2040 climate target in its current form, casting doubt over the fate of a flagship emissions plan just days before a pivotal vote by environment ministers. The draft...