Ursula Von Der Leyen
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Libyan Parliament Ratifies Contested Maritime Deal With Turkey Amid Regional Outcry
The eastern-based Libyan parliament unanimously ratified a 2019 maritime demarcation deal with Turkey, drawing sharp condemnation from Greece, Egypt, and the European Union over contested Mediterranean gas claims.
Cargo Ship Sinks Off Bulgaria After Drone Strike as Russia Ambassador Summoned
Eleven crew members are missing after a cargo ship sank following a drone strike off Bulgaria. Sofia summoned the Russian ambassador as international leaders condemned the attacks in the Black Sea.
EU Advances Strict Kids Act to Ban Social Media for Minors Under 15
The European Union is advancing the strict Kids Act, banning social media and AI chatbots for children under 15 without parental supervision, amid tensions with the US.
EU Proposes Historic 'Associate Member' Status for Canada Amid US Trade Tensions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen officially proposed that Canada join the EU as an Associate Member amid escalating trade tensions with the US.
EU Proposes New Rules Allowing Cities to Restrict Short-Term Rentals
The European Commission proposed a unified framework allowing local authorities to restrict short-term rentals via platforms like Airbnb to combat the worsening housing crisis.
European Union Seeks Israeli Partnership for Advanced Air Defense and Space
The European Union is reportedly seeking Israel's partnership for advanced air defense and space initiatives, facing reliance on Israeli defense technologies. The move follows recent multi-billion-euro European deals and growing strategic cooperation.
European Commission against the backdrop of the crisis in Spain: "Borders must be strengthened"
The migration crisis in Spain is worsening: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for strengthening EU borders following a mass influx of migrants into Ceuta.