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EU fines Google nearly 3 billion euros over online advertising practices

The European Commission on Friday announced a €2.95 billion fine against Google, ruling that the tech giant abused its dominant position in the online advertising sector, known as Adtech. The decision, long anticipated, comes after an investigation that began in 2021. Google immediately announced......

NATO expects Paris meeting to clarify security commitment for Ukraine

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated on Wednesday that Thursday’s meeting in Paris of the volunteer coalition will “clarify” European countries’ commitment to providing security guarantees for Ukraine, pending the contribution of the United States. “I expect to have,......

EU defense spending set to hit record high in 2025

The European Union is expected to reach a new record in defense spending this year, with expenditures projected at €381 billion, according to the European Defence Agency (EDA). This figure surpasses last year’s €343 billion, which had already set a historic peak compared to 2023. “Europe......

EU urges Washington to reconsider Palestinian visa decision

The European Union called on Saturday for the United States to “reconsider” its refusal to grant visas to Palestinian officials planning to attend the UN General Assembly in New York this September. “We urgently request that this decision be reconsidered in light of international law,”......

EU divisions hinder possible sanctions against Israel over Gaza crisis

European Union foreign ministers met in Copenhagen on Saturday amid growing concerns over the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, but little progress was made on the possibility of sanctioning Israel. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas admitted she was “not very optimistic” about reaching......

Macron and Merz strengthen Franco-German cooperation in southern France

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz chaired a joint Franco-German cabinet meeting on Friday in Toulon, southern France, followed by a defense council aimed at deepening coordination and reinforcing a “stronger Europe” in the face of global challenges. Macron......

Western nations face 30 days for diplomatic solution, says Kaja Kallas

The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, warned on Friday that Western nations now have 30 days to reach a diplomatic solution regarding Iran’s nuclear program. Speaking ahead of a meeting of EU defense ministers in Copenhagen, Kallas underlined the urgency of the situation:......

European Union reaffirms stance against Polisario recognition

On June 28, 2025, the European Union (EU) spokesperson for Foreign Affairs reiterated that “neither the EU nor any of its member states recognize the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR).” This statement came amid over-communication from certain separatist channels regarding the EU-AU......

Niger grants diplomatic passport and advisory role to activist Nathalie Yamb

The Swiss-Cameroonian activist Nathalie Yamb, known for her outspoken pan-Africanist positions and her criticism of France’s influence in Africa, announced that she has been appointed special adviser to the President of Niger, General Abdourahamane Tiani. Along with her new role, she also received......