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Farmers protest Mercosur EU Deal

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Italian farmers protest EU-Mercosur free trade deal

The European Union and the Mercosur bloc, comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, signed a free trade agreement in Asuncion, aiming to reduce tariffs and increase trade.

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MEPs reject €800bn military drive

The European Commission president asserts that Russia's military spending surpasses Europe's combined defense budget thus proposing an €800 billion weapons fund, dubbed 'Rearm Europe’.

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Trump ignites fears for EU economy

The return of Donald Trump to the White House has sparked fresh concerns among EU leaders about the potential fallout from a trade war with the US.

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Von der Leyen retains position as EU Commission president

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has managed to retain her position. Yet, she faces intense scrutiny for her policies, including funding Ukraine amid EU financial hardships and accusations of double standards.

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Surge to the right challenges EU Parliament

The new European Parliament is scheduled to hold its first session next week and its composition is poised to create major headaches for the political establishment.

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A very ‘European answer’ for irregular migration

France and Germany have expressed support for a new migrant action plan proposed by the European Commission, which is in line with Italy's tough approach on migration.

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EU efforts to isolate China may backfire

The EU has been under increasing pressure from the United States to take a 'firmer stance' with Beijing but experts warn that the strategy is risky at best.

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EU Commission says Ukraine has ‘unconditional support’ in war with Russia

“We stand by Ukraine's side without any ifs and buts,” said the president of the European Commission.

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