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Kazakhstan referendum approves nuclear energy development

More than 70% of voters in Kazakhstan have expressed support for new nuclear energy projects, according to preliminary results from the country’s Central Election Commission. …

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Borrell warns Israel and Lebanon on the brink of war

EU foreign chief Josep Borrell (picture) has called the escalation of the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel ‘very dangerous and worrying’. ‘Israel and Lebanon are …

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Von der Leyen seeking a solution following global pushback against EU deforestation rules

The EU’s newly enforced anti-deforestation regulation, designed to curb imports tied to deforestation, has sparked global controversy and divided opinions within Europe. European Commission President …

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EU pledges to “help Ukraine keep the lights on”

On a visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Kiev, she has promised extra help to Ukraine to defend itself against Russian …

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West Africa’s Terrorism Crisis Deepens as International Involvement Shifts

West Africa has become the world’s terrorism hotspot, creating a rift among European governments on how to respond. While some nations facing increased migration flows …

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EP Rapporteur of EU deforestation directive to become European Commissioner

Christophe Hansen (picture), a former member of the European Parliament’s trade committee, has been nominated as Luxembourg’s next European Commissioner. The politician has a background …

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Protests against bad governance rock Kenya and Nigeria

In a wave of discontent reminiscent of recent youth protests in Kenya, thousands of young Nigerians took to the streets last Thursday to voice their …

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Ukraine’s recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk sparks debate

Ukraine’s recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk region has been a surprising success, leaving Moscow scrambling to respond. With Ukrainian forces occupying an estimated 800 square …

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Ukrainian Involvement in Ambush of Wagner Troops in Mali

According to reports, Ukraine’s intelligence agency, GUR, claims to have dealt a blow to Russian interests in Africa by assisting Tuareg rebels in Mali. According …

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Von der Leyen suggests EUDR has strained relations with trading partners

After securing European Parliamentary support for a second term, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has suggested that EU deforestation rules (EUDR) have complicated …

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EU Commission orders France to set renewable energy targets despite existing nuclear power capacity

In a move aimed at reinforcing the European Union’s commitment to combating climate change, the European Commission has urged France to establish more ambitious renewable …

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EU and Kyrgyzstan sign Enhanced Partnership Agreement

On June 25, the European Union and the Kyrgyz Republic signed an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) in Brussels, marking a significant milestone in …

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