by HINA, dpa, FENA, EFE, ANSA | 11.Oct 2022 | Europe in brief
The EU member states have reportedly agreed to establish training programs for Ukrainian forces. Furthermore, MEPs discuss expanding the Schengen zone, the EU supports Bosnia and Herzegovina in dealing with irregular migration, border security, and human trafficking. And a plan for a “gas price corridor” has been drafted by four EU countries.
by AFP | 11.Oct 2022 | Fact check
An article shared on social media says studies of Greenland show climate change is caused by natural factors, not carbon emissions. This is misleading; scientists cited in the piece say it misrepresents their findings, and the effect of fossil fuels on global warming is well-documented.
by AFP, ANSA, dpa, EFE, HINA, STA | 07.Oct 2022 | Key Stories
Amid soaring energy prices the EU member states are still looking for a way out. While struggling to find a united answer, Germany has proposed national measures worth up to 200 billion euros. A move that has sparked criticism and calls for unity in the European Union.
by APA, Belga, BTA, STA | 07.Oct 2022 | Europe in brief
According to a recent survey, a majority of Austrians back a unified EU line in support of Ukraine. Bulgaria expects a decision on Schengen in December, the EP gives strong support. What else was important this week: Leaders of more than 40 European countries gather in Prague for the first meeting of the European Political Community. According to Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon, Slovenia is hesitant about Ukraine joining NATO due to the significant security risks.
by EFE, TASR, dpa, ANSA | 04.Oct 2022 | Europe in brief
Fears of high energy bills for households have led EU energy ministers to agree on windfall levies on energy companies. Later this week two strategic summits will take place in Prague: the first will be held together with 17 non-EU nations, followed by an informal summit to discuss the war in Ukraine.
