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EU ramps up fight against drug trafficking as consumption and crime rates spike

As Europe warns it is hitting a drug-crime tipping point, the European Commission unveils a tougher strategy and a new 2026–2030 action plan aimed at fighting back against drug production, trafficking and use.

Frozen assets, frozen influence: EU pushes for role in Ukraine peace talks

The EU seeks to join emerging peace negotiations for Ukraine but remains stuck on the sidelines. Within the bloc, pressure is growing over the use of frozen Russian assets to finance Kyiv — with Belgium holding the line.

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EU chief Costa criticises US vision of Europe in its new strategy

European Council President António Costa has spoken out against the new US security strategy, particularly with regard to its criticism of the freedom of speech in Europe.

EU imposes €120 million fine on social media X                 

The European Commission has fined Elon Musk’s X for controversial features such as blue ticks. This is the first fine issued under the EU’s Digital Services Act.

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Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

The European Union aspires to be a leader in climate action. Although it pushed for more concrete action at the UN talks in Belém last month, the political climate within the 27-nation bloc is not conducive to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

EU at a crossroads: will 2035 be the end for combustion engines?

The combustion engine has been subject to controversy in EU lawmaking for years. Will the EU’s 2035 ban be upheld, or will it fade away?

Europe in Brief

EU chief Costa criticises US vision of Europe in its new strategy

European Council President António Costa has spoken out against the new US security strategy, particularly with regard to its criticism of the freedom of speech in Europe.

Videos

Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

The European Union aspires to be a leader in climate action. Although it pushed for more concrete action at the UN talks in Belém last month, the political climate within the 27-nation bloc is not conducive to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

EU at a crossroads: will 2035 be the end for combustion engines?

The combustion engine has been subject to controversy in EU lawmaking for years. Will the EU’s 2035 ban be upheld, or will it fade away?

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