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English clubs abandon plans to be part of European Super League

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 08:10
All six English clubs abandoned plans to be part of a controversial European Super League on Tuesday night after a furious reaction from supporters, governing bodies and the threat of legislation from the UK government. After Chelsea announced their u-turn,...
Categories: European Union

Former diplomat: Germans know Nord Stream 2 is a ‘disgrace’

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 08:09
A possible Russian offensive against Ukraine will basically prevent Germany from maintaining its current position on Nord Stream 2, Daniel Fried, former US ambassador to Poland under Clinton, told EURACTIV Poland in an interview. “A Russian military offensive against Ukraine...
Categories: European Union

AI rules must help increase public trust

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 08:00
EU regulation on artificial intelligence must be designed to increase user trust, while unlocking innovation, writes Guido Lobrano.
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Arab League, UN, EU and AU demand foreign forces leave Libya

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:59
The Arab League, United Nations, European Union and the African Union on Tuesday (20 April) demanded an immediate withdrawal of all foreign forces from Libya.
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Report warns EU about increased imports of palm oil in disguise

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:57
A new report has found that the imports of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) intended for the decarbonisation of EU transport are expected to significantly rise. However, the report also called on the EU to put limits on its use, considering its controversial origin and its hidden links to palm oil.
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Ukraine leader Zelenskiy urges Putin to meet on frontline

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:45
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday (20 April) invited Russian leader Vladimir Putin to meet in war-torn eastern Ukraine, stressing that millions of lives were at stake from fresh fighting in the separatist conflict.
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No need to panic about the EU recovery fund

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:33
The EU recovery fund has been delayed by another court case in Germany. But there's no need to worry, writes Sony Kapoor.
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Germany calls for closer cooperation with France over security threats

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:32
German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer has called for closer bilateral cooperation with France in light of the tense security situation in Europe marked by the Russian "threat", the rise of China and spreading "Islamist terrorism" in the Sahel region. EURACTIV France reports.
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Portugal to approve strategy for boosting inclusion of disabled 

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:23
Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa has announced that at the end of this month the government will approve a national strategy for the inclusion of people with disabilities, which will include measures to support employment and improve accessibility.
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Veteran Chad leader Deby dies, the military take over

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:23
Chad's President Idriss Deby Itno has died reportedly in combat just a day after securing re-election, opening a period of uncertainty in a country that is a key strategic ally of the West in a troubled region.
Categories: European Union

Spain makes plea for ‘flexibility’ in EU recovery plan

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:18
The Spanish government is seeking “flexibility” from Brussels on the sensitive topic of state aid to help battered companies hit by the COVID-19 crisis as the government will disclose next week details of its recovery plan (Plan de Recuperación), EURACTIV’s partner EFE reports.
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Mass pro-Navalny protests planned as Putin addresses Russia

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:11
Vladimir Putin delivers a state of the nation address on Wednesday (21 April) as Russia deals with a crisis in ties with the West and faces calls for mass protests in support of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.
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It’s not just about fuels: It’s about the future: Why increasing Sustainable Aviation Fuel production and use is imperative [Promoted content]

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 07:00
As we stand at the eve of what many argue should be the “green recovery” of the economy, Business Aviation is advancing tangible emission reductions. Here is what you need to know about Business Aviation and sustainability, and why increasing...
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Calls for rallies threaten EU deal in Georgia

Wed, 21/04/2021 - 06:28
European Council President Charles Michel on Tuesday (20 April) declared a political crisis in Georgia resolved, but defiant opposition groups called for new protests and an ex-president announced his return from exile to oust the ruling party.
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The Brief, powered by VDMA – When greed is not good

Tue, 20/04/2021 - 16:50
The absence of sport, and particularly football, Europe’s favourite game, made last year’s lockdowns to stop the spread of Covid-19 even harder to bear. Since last summer, we have had the eerie spectacle of football without supporters. Lockdown football is...
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Russia does everything to incite provocations, Kyiv warns

Tue, 20/04/2021 - 16:47
Russia will soon have more than 120,000 troops on Ukraine’s border, the country’s foreign minister warned on Tuesday (20 April), after the EU, US and NATO allies denounced the large build-up of Russian troops alongside Ukraine’s eastern borders. “The situation...
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France’s wood sector welcomes plan to bolster industry

Tue, 20/04/2021 - 16:36
The French Strategic Contract for the Wood Sector known as CSF has been updated to be in line with the country's recovery plan and accelerate the wood and forestry sector's contribution to the low-carbon transition, France's agriculture, housing and industry ministers announced on Monday (19 April). EURACTIV France reports.  
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Russia expels two Bulgarian diplomats in tit-for-tat move

Tue, 20/04/2021 - 16:22
Russia's foreign ministry on Tuesday (20 April) said it had expelled two Bulgarian diplomats in a tit-for-tat move after Sofia kicked out two Russian diplomats over a suspected spy network.
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Cortina Digital Forum, the international debate on digital policy “made in Italy” [Promoted content]

Wed, 14/04/2021 - 12:00
The first edition will feature a rich programme with international speakers on digital issues in this era of uncertainty and global reset. Goal: becoming an annual flagship event in Europe.
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Biden proposes summit with Putin, Russia says it’s too early

Wed, 14/04/2021 - 11:59
US President Joe Biden called on Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (13 April) to reduce tensions stirred by a Russian military build-up on Ukraine’s border and proposed a summit of the estranged leaders to tackle a raft of disputes.
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