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Meta and Tiktok under investigation by the EU
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- Meta and Tiktok under investigation by the EU
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- 0:45
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- 1 month ago
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- #eunews #digitalprivacy #europeancommission
Meta and Tiktok have been under investigation for breaching the DSA since 2024. While a few settlements have been found, the EU confirms that it is still not enough to protect children from addictive algorithms and their well-being online.
Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission:
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- EU and NATO Respond to Leipzig Sabotage Attempt
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- 0:48
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- 1 month ago
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- The EU and NATO set out a unified response after a sabotage attempt at Leipzig Airport attributed to Russia.
President Ursula von der Leyen alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, detailed plans to boost infrastructure security, accelerate defence investment, and maintain support for Ukraine.
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- EU and NATO reinforce each other: President von der Leyen meets NATO Secretary-General Rutte
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- 9:28
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- 1 month ago
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- On 2 September, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Brussels. Ahead of their meeting, both presented press statements to journalists.
In her statement, President Ursula von der Leyen condemned the attempted Russian attack that took place at Leipzig/Halle Airport as a serious escalation on EU soil. She stressed Europe’s full solidarity with Germany and made clear that intimidation will not weaken support for Ukraine, but instead strengthen EU and NATO resolve.
She also called for:
🛡️ Stronger protection of critical infrastructure.
🛡️ Faster joint responses.
🛡️ Tighter sanctions on Russia.
🛡️ Greater use of the Single Market to cut into Russia’s war chest.
Finally, the President highlighted continued military and financial support for Ukraine, closer EU-NATO cooperation, and major new defence investments to strengthen Europe’s security and deterre...
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- How Europe Responds to Disasters: President von der Leyen on Solidarity and Crisis Action
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- 6:20
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- 1 month ago
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- "Fires, earthquakes, floods, health emergencies, hybrid attacks, you name it. Each crisis is different and requires a specific response. But most important is that the principle is the same: when help is needed, you can count on Europe." - Commission President von der Leyen
On 31 August 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited the EU's Emergency Response Coordination Centre in Brussels, Belgium.
In her statement to the press, President von der Leyen highlighted Europe’s response to this year’s early and intense wildfire season, including the activation of the Civil Protection Mechanism, the pre-positioning of nearly 800 firefighters, and support from 25 countries, including Ukraine for the first time.
She also pointed to the Centre’s wider role in responding to earthquakes, floods, health emergencies and other disasters both in Europe and globally.
Her core message is that European solidarity means acting...
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- The 2026 State of the Union: Europe's Next Chapter I SOTEU
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- 3:28
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- 1 month ago
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- The State of the European Union, or SOTEU, is the roadmap for the European Commission’s work. It sets the direction for 27 countries. Every September, the President of the European Commission addresses the European Parliament to take stock and set the priorities for the year ahead.
Wondering how priorities set at SOTEU become action:
Housing: The first European Affordable Housing Plan announced at SOTEU 2025 to unlock investment and simplify planning and permitting, building on €43 billion + mobilised for housing investment since 2021
From principle to enforcement — Online safety: Priorities on protecting children online are now advancing through exploration of stronger common rules, including a possible minimum age for social media.
The State of the European Union speech, SOTEU, shows not only where Europe stands, but where it plans to go next — and how those plans move from speech to delivery.
Follow SOTE...
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- Making Europe a continent that produces, invests and protects - President von der Leyen at La REF
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- 30:07
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- 1 month ago
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- #EuropeanCommission #eunews #Industry #Innovation #Investment
Europe is changing. The world is changing. And Europe must change too.
On 27 August 2026, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gave the keynote speech for the start of the La Rencontre des Entrepreneurs de France - REF, speaking about European industry, innovation, investment, security, competitiveness and the single market.
The President set out a vision for a stronger Europe: a Europe that protects, a Europe that invests, a Europe that innovates, and a Europe that leads.
From clean tech to defence, from energy to digital, from start-ups to industry, from France to the whole European Union, the President spoke about confidence, speed, scale and delivery.
#Competitiveness #SingleMarket #CleanTech #Energy #Security #Defence #Digital #Startups
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 — Opening
00:00 — La Rencontre des Entrepreneurs de France 2026
00:00 — Europe is...
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- Europe’s Energy Security, Clean Transition and Global Leadership - President von der Leyen at ONS
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- 4:22
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- 1 month ago
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- From the lessons of the energy crisis to the opportunities of renewables, electrification, hydrogen, carbon management and clean industrial innovation, this speech by President von der Leyen's highlights how Europe intends to stay resilient while leading the global clean energy race.
On 24 August, President von der Leyen gave a keynote speech at the ONS Conference, where she explained how Europe can cut dependence on fossil fuels, strengthen energy security, accelerate clean technology, and build a stronger industrial base for the transition.
▶️ Watch to understand how Europe is linking energy security, economic strength and climate action.
🔹 Key topics covered
✅ Europe’s energy transition
✅ Energy security and resilience
✅ Competitiveness and industrial leadership
✅ Clean innovation and net-zero technologies
✅ Electrification and renewable energy
✅ Hydrogen and carbon management
✅ I...
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- No lack of gas supply this winter
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- 0:31
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- 2 months ago
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- Despite the energy and fuel crisis this year, there are no risks ahead for the European gas supply this winter. The current capacity is at 62% of storage, enough to pass the winter with no gas shortages.
#eu #eunews #energy #gasshortage
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- Europe Will Keep Protecting its Borders
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- 0:55
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- 2 months ago
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- #eunews #Ceuta #Spain
Following the recent events in Ceuta, the EU stands in solidarity with Spain while working to further strengthen external border management, tackle smuggling networks and enhance cooperation with partners.
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- How You'll Know When It's AI
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- 1:05
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- 2 months ago
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- How do you know if you're talking to AI or looking at AI-generated content?
From 2 August 2026, new transparency measures under the EU AI Act mean you'll start seeing clearer signs when AI is involved.
In this video, you'll find out:
00:18 How you'll know when you're chatting with AI.
00:23 Which AI-generated images, videos, audio, and texts may need to be marked.
00:32 How deepfakes and texts on matters of public interest will become easier to recognise thanks to a clear label.
00:40 When AI recognises emotions or uses biometric information.
The goal is simple: more transparency, so you know when AI is involved.
Find out more here: https://commission.europa.eu/news-and-media/news/safer-and-more-transparent-ai-2026-08-02_en
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- Your Flight Is Cancelled. What Happens Next?
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- 2:35
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- 2 months ago
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- If your flight is cancelled in Europe, what are your rights? Could you be entitled to compensation? In this video you will learn how Air Passenger Rights will change in the EU:
00:25 - Children under 14 could sit next to the adult travelling with them without paying an additional seating fee.
00:35 – Clearer rules will be issued for people with disabilities, and how it affects their connecting flights.
00:45 - Passengers could have the right to leave an aircraft after waiting two hours on the tarmac before departure.
Travelers would receive clearer information about the support and protections available during a disruption.
01:12 - Hand-luggage charges would be presented in a more standardised and transparent way when booking.
01:31 - Airlines would need to provide information about possible compensation within four days of a disruption.
Travellers would receive clearer information about...
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- €3.47 Billion for Ukraine
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- 0:40
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- 2 months ago
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- The European Commission disbursed €3.47 billion to Ukraine, under the defence window of the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan. The funding will support Ukraine's urgent military needs to defend itself against Russia's war of aggression.
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- EU help deployed to Spain and France
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- 0:17
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- 2 months ago
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- Spain and France have been ravaged by wildfires over the last few days. RescEU, the civil protection mechanism of the European Union, has been activated, as planes have been deployed to those Member States to help fight the disastrous wildfires.
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- Google and AliExpress fined by the EU
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- 1:18
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- 2 months ago
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- This week's EU news (20-27 July) - The EU is strengthening security in online marketplaces like AliExpress, and ensuring fair competition regarding search engines and apps stores. The European Commission is also preparing support for the care sector in Europe, while a new package of Sanctions against Russia was adopted. Finally, The EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated to help the fight against wildfires in Spain and France.
#EUNews#google#AliEpxress#Russia#Sanctions#Wildfires#firefighters
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- Google faces EU action over digital practices
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- #news #EU #digitalmarketsact #digitalsovereignty
Google has been fined €890 million by the European Commission for breaching the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).
The Commission found that Google favoured its own services in Search and restricted app developers from offering users cheaper alternatives through Google Play.
The message is clear: digital markets must stay fair, competitive and open, giving businesses more opportunities and consumers more choice.
Watch more on how the Commission is protecting your digital rights here: https://youtu.be/HRvbrsXKY74
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- A European plan for the Care Sector: What the European Care Deal Means for Citizens and Workers
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- 1:13
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- 2 months ago
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- #news #europeancare #workerswellbeing #fairremuneration
The European Commission will present the European Care Deal, addressing long-term challenges for the care sector. Under the European Pillar of Social Rights umbrella, the Commission will keep working on protecting its citizens and face affordability challenges, as well as worker well-being in a digital age and fare remuneration. Find out more here: https://link.europa.eu/76Tkdn
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- AliExpress in breach of the EU’s laws on digital services
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- AliExpress failed to properly mitigate the risks of illegal, counterfeited, and unsafe products on its marketplace. Under the Digital Services Act, AliExpress will be fined for €550 million.
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- How is Europe planning to protect kids online?
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #EUNews #agerestriction #TeamGaza #DroneAlliance
This week's EU news (13-19 July) - The EU is proposing age restrictions for social media, launching the Team Gaza Initiative, deepening cooperation with Ukraine through the new Drone Alliance, and advancing electrification to reduce energy dependencies while cutting emissions.
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- Decarbonisation, the way to a greener Europe
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #news #EuropeanCommission #renewableenergy #decarbonisation
The Commission today published a toolbox to support EU countries in promoting public inclusion in renewable energy projects. The toolbox aims to guide EU countries’ authorities in involving local communities and administrations more in the development of renewable energy projects. More info here: Commission publishes toolbox to increase public participation in renewable energy projects - Energy
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- EU & Ukraine Team Up on Drone Defence
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- 0:42
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- 3 months ago
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- Europe and Ukraine are joining forces on drone and counter-drone technologies.
The new EU–Ukraine Drone Deal will bring together Ukraine’s battlefield expertise and Europe’s industrial capacity to develop the next generation of defence technologies.
The European Commission is also strengthening cooperation between EU and Ukrainian defence industries with a new partnership and €1 billion in additional support for Ukraine’s drone capabilities.
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- New Skills, New Jobs: EU’s Skills Guarantee
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- 0:29
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- 3 months ago
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- Jobs are changing. Workers need new opportunities.
Through the EU’s new Skills Guarantee, six pilot projects will help almost 1,000 workers in the car industry at risk of unemployment move into new jobs through training and upskilling.
By bringing together workers, companies and training providers, these projects will test new ways to make career transitions smoother, faster and more secure.
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- EU and Partners Mobilise €900 Million for Gaza's Early Recovery
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- 0:44
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- 3 months ago
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- The European Commission, together with 15 international partners, has launched the Team Gaza Initiative, contributing almost €900 million to help the people of Gaza meet their immediate needs, including coordinating early recovery projects and restoring vital services, in the face of the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
This initiative operates as a flexible programme, allowing each partner to channel funding through their preferred financing mechanisms to target selected areas of support. As part of this collaborative effort, the European Commission intends to build on its established partnership with the United Nations to implement its own substantial contribution.
The European Commission supports Gaza’s early recovery, stabilisation, and modernisation in line with its commitment to international cooperation and humanitarian aid.
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- The EU’s push to protect children online
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- 0:45
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- 3 months ago
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- The European Commission has received the recommendations of its Special Panel on Child Safety Online and will present a proposal after the summer.
The panel examined the impact of social media on children, including addictive design, age-appropriate access and online safety. The upcoming proposal will build on this evidence to help create a safer digital environment for young people.
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- Social Media Must Protect Children: President von der Leyen on Child Safety Online
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- 8:48
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- "We cannot expect children to succeed in a system that was never designed with their wellbeing in mind, when they are most vulnerable." - President von der Leyen
On 13 July 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, received the final report on child safety online from the co-chairs of the special panel of experts.
In her statement to the press, President von der Leyen highlighted that the EU must do more to protect children online, arguing that social media platforms and their algorithms expose young people to addiction, harmful content and mental health risks during a vulnerable stage of development.
She stressed that tech companies, not children or parents, must bear responsibility for making their services safe. She also highlighted EU measures under the Digital Services Act and supports age-appropriate limits, underpinned by privacy-friendly age verification.
Referring to the panel’s evidence, President von der ...
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- Meta, Wildfires & AI: What Happened in Europe This Week?
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- 1:05
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- 3 months ago
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- Wildfires, children online, AI and defence… Europe had a busy week
From helping countries fight wildfires, to taking action on online platforms, strengthening cybersecurity and stepping up on defence, here’s what happened across Europe.
Watch the full stories:
Wildfires: https://youtube.com/shorts/nPpCy2703C0?si=N3mdVUhkcI0D7gMi
Meta & children online: https://youtube.com/shorts/4i62UYdCxVI?si=ZWCwdu4IYN2f6Qye
Livestock Strategy: https://youtube.com/shorts/Nh3i8yhMpYo?si=Hr34WiZqO3_4vIcW
AI & Cybersecurity: https://youtube.com/shorts/Fg1VaoerP8g?si=ANOrrgmDCBTEeh-y
NATO Summit replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wX6nxcindos
#EU #EuropeanUnion #WeeklyRecap #Wildfires #Meta #DSA #Cybersecurity #NATO
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- META in breach of the EU’s laws on digital services
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- 0:49
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- 3 months ago
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- The Commission found that META’s addictive design features are in breach of the Digital Services Act, which protects the digital landscape in the EU.
Meta now has the right to appeal and defend itself and prove that the measures taken to mitigate the risks on their platforms are effective enough.
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- Fair competition for small package purchases
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #eu #news #consumerprotection
From 1 July 2026, the EU will introduce a temporary €3 customs duty on low-value parcels imported from outside the EU, mainly through e-commerce. This includes a wide range of products commonly bought online, such as clothing, toys, electronics, and other consumer goods worth up to €150. The new measure will help create fairer competition for EU businesses, better protect consumers from unsafe products, tackle customs fraud, and address environmental concerns over mass shipping.
More info in the following link: https://commission.europa.eu/news-and-media/news/ensuring-fairness-and-safety-eur3-customs-duty-low-value-parcels-2026-06-29_en
#customsfraud #unsafeproducts #massshipping
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- Europe’s Livestock Strategy
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Europe’s livestock sector is facing new challenges from climate change to market pressures. The EU’s Livestock Strategy sets out actions to support farmers, improve sustainability, strengthen resilience and protect Europe’s food security.
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- AI Is Changing Cybersecurity. The EU Is Responding.
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- 0:40
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- 3 months ago
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- Advanced AI models can help us innovate, but they can also be misused to find vulnerabilities, automate attacks and amplify cyber threats.
To address these new challenges, the European Commission has launched an Action Plan to strengthen Europe’s cybersecurity, bringing together Member States, industry and EU organisations to build a safer digital future.
#AI #technews #eunews #technology
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- Accelerating the Production of Defence Equipment: President von der Leyen at the 2026 NATO Summit
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- 15:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- "In this geostrategic and geopolitical environment, we need a massive surge in defence investment. And here, the European Union is indeed massively stepping up." - President von der Leyen
On 7 July 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in a moderated conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte during the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, Türkiye.
In her interventions, President von der Leyen highlighted that the European Union and NATO must work even more closely in today’s difficult security environment, stressing that Europe needs greater interoperability, stronger resilience, and a major increase in defence investment.
She also highlighted the EU’s efforts to strengthen its defence industrial base through initiatives such as ReArm Europe and SAFE, while keeping cooperation open to non-EU countries, including Türkiye and Canada, and aligning closely with NATO capability targets.
She also und...
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- European Solidarity Against Wildfires
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #EuNews #firefighters #Portugal #France
As Portugal and France battle multiple wildfires, the EU has activated the European Civil Protection Mechanism to provide rapid support.
Firefighters, aircraft and emergency resources from across Europe have been deployed to help protect lives and communities. This summer, a record 777 firefighters, 22 aircraft and 5 helicopters are on standby through the EU's rescEU fleet and Civil Protection Mechanism to respond whenever needed.
#emergencyresources #CivilProtectionMechanism #protectlives
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- Parcels, Energy, Diplomacy… and Ireland Takes Over
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- 0:58
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- 3 months ago
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- This week in the EU: a new fee on small parcels, Ursula von der Leyen in Azerbaijan and Armenia, €2.5 billion for cleaner energy projects, and Ireland taking over the Presidency of the Council of the EU 🍀
Featured stories:
2.5 billion euro added to the energy modernisation fund : https://youtube.com/shorts/ZwVwRe0nOvg?si=rfq5UA_yc7GfhSMF
EU wide fee for small packages : https://youtube.com/shorts/aHhQSunZQiY?si=KZ8AF-PLliC1Jiu1
Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU : https://youtube.com/shorts/XhXKThm7_QE?si=eJvBoicMFmTcxCVk
Press statement from the President in Azerbaijan : https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/video/I-292291
and in Armenia : https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/video/I-292318
#EU #Europe #EuropeanUnion #EUnews #UrsulaVonDerLeyen #Ireland #Energy #Shorts
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- Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU: European Commissioners in Ireland
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- 14:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #Ireland#EUNews #CounciloftheEU
On 1st July 2026, Ireland took over the Presidency of the Council of the EU which will last 6 months. To commemorate the beginning of the Presidency, the Commissioners as well as President von der Leyen travelled to Cork.This video covers the press conference with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin that took place on 3rd July.
🍀In Cork, President Ursula von der Leyen outlines the key priorities for the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. She highlights the need to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, scale up innovation, diversify trade, and complete the Single Market agenda. Her speech also focuses on Europe’s security and defence readiness, continued support for Ukraine, preparations for the next long-term EU budget, action on the housing crisis, and progress on EU enlargement.
❓How will Ireland’s leadership lead to concrete results? Watch for the key messages of the Irish Presiden...
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- 2.5 billion euro added to the energy modernisation fund
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Together with the European Investment Bank, 2.5 billion euro were added to the fund for the modernisation of energy, bringing a total of 23 billion euro since January 2021. These funds will help 51 projects to modernise their energy systems, in order to improve efficiency, and help reduce carbon emissions.
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- Connectivity, transport, energy, and digital projects: President von der Leyen in Armenia
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- 6:41
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #EUArmenia #EUNews #SouthCaucasus
President Ursula von der Leyen’s statement in Armenia highlights a deepening EU-Armenia partnership centred on resilience, connectivity, investment and regional stability. This video covers the European Union’s support for Armenia, the push for trade liberalisation, and the importance of South Caucasus peace for prosperity and security.
🌍 From stronger economic ties to strategic infrastructure and people-to-people links, the EU-Armenia partnership is presented as a long-term project. President von der Leyen underlines how trade liberalisation can open opportunities, while South Caucasus peace remains essential for a stable and connected region.
💬 What does this mean for Armenia, the EU, and the wider South Caucasus? Watch for the key messages on cooperation, reform, connectivity and peace.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:22 EU-Armenia partnership priorities
01:05 Trade liberalisation and ...
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- EU Steps Up Support for Peace, Connectivity and Energy Cooperation in the South Caucasus
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- 6:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- "Our ‘Peace through Connectivity Package’ will help build a peaceful and prosperous future for the South Caucasus. With up to €200 million of grant funding, leveraging up to €2 billion of investments in connecting the region, fostering partnership and creating a lasting culture of peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Together, we can turn peace on paper into peace in practice." - Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
On 1 July 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to discuss ways to foster peace in the region through greater connectivity and support to border communities. They also discussed bilateral EU-Azerbaijan trade and energy partnerships.
During the visit, President von der Leyen unveiled concrete actions to advance regional cooperation, as well as initiatives to anchor Azerbaijan in the Connectivity Agenda.
To support this ambition, the Pres...
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- Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the EU from 1 July to 31 December 2026.
The Irish Presidency will focus on 5 core priorities:
-Strengthening the Single Market
-Boosting the EU’s energy security and affordability
-Pushing for stronger Trade Deals
-Human centred AI
-Making sure the EU plays a role in keeping peace and security in the world
Good luck Ireland!
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- Europe is tightening the net on organised crime | EUNews
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Europe is stepping up the fight against cross-border crime, 🇲🇩 young Moldovans could soon join DiscoverEU, and Europe’s defence industry is adapting to the age of drones. The EU is also simplifying tax rules for businesses and making energy labels easier to use.
Catch up on this week’s biggest EU developments in our weekly news recap from 20–26 June 2026.
Watch our full explainer to see how the EU is tackling drug trafficking: Targeting the entire drug trade, from supply routes to organised crime and overdose prevention.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkEj4tX0_O4
📌Featured stories:
🚔 Fighting cross-border crime: The EU wants Europol and Eurojust to work more closely across borders, helping investigators connect information, dismantle criminal networks and bring cases to court faster. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OTWuSK0Fa0U
🛡️European defence in the age of drones: Europe is focusing on defence sy...
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- Bananas, Containers, and Cocaine: Inside Europe's Drug Trafficking Routes
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- 4:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #illicitdrugs #drugtrafficking #reducedrugsharm
More than 419 tonnes of illicit drugs were seized in the EU in 2023. But stopping drug trafficking isn't just about making seizures.
How do criminal networks move drugs across Europe? And how does the EU work with Member States, Europol and international partners to stop them?
In this video, we break down the EU Drug Strategy, starting with the EncroChat investigation, which exposed criminal networks operating across multiple countries.
You'll discover:
00:24 How traffickers exploit Europe's major logistics hubs
01:39 Why drug trafficking is a cross-border business
02:33 The rise of synthetic drugs produced inside Europe
02:58 The hidden costs of drug trafficking for our societies
03:24 How the EU works to reduce harm and support prevention
Drug trafficking is more than a security issue. It is a constantly evolving system that adapts across borders.
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- EU mobilises support for Venezuela
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #news #humanitarysupport #venezuela
In the aftermath of the 2 terrible earthquakes that hit Venezuela, the EU is mobilising rescue teams and equipment to the country.
520 rescuers, dogs, telecommunications and shelter equipment will be provided to help Venezuela overcome this terrible disaster.
#EU #venezuelaearthquake #crisispreparedness
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- The EU Simplifies Taxation for Businesses #eupolicy #news #eu #taxes #economy
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The European Commission is aiming to simplify taxation for companies in the EU, making it simpler and more attractive for business to operate in the Union.
#eupolicy #news #eu #taxes #economy #taxation
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- Recovery, Investment and Security - President von der Leyen at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026
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- 12:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #UkraineRecoveryConference #Ukraine #EuropeanUnion #EU
President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her opening remarks at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, highlighting Europe's long-term commitment to Ukraine's recovery, reconstruction, security, investment, and European integration.
In her speech, President von der Leyen praised the solidarity of Gdańsk and Poland, outlined new EU financial support measures, discussed Ukraine's progress toward European Union membership, and emphasizes the strategic importance of rebuilding Ukraine's economy, infrastructure, energy sector, and defence industry.
Key announcements include new macro-financial assistance, support for Ukraine's drone production capabilities, the launch of the European Flagship Fund for reconstruction investments, and further steps toward Ukraine's integration into the European family.
📍 Location: Gdańsk, Poland
📅 Ukraine Recovery Conference
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- Energy Labels: What changes?
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #eu #eupolicy #eunews #energylabels
The European Commission is updating energy and tyre labels for home appliances and devices. These changes give you clearer information on energy efficiency, how long a product will last, and also and very important: how easy it is to repair.
The new regulations will allow for better traceability of products across the EU, and give Member States better tools to tackle non-compliant products being sold in within the EU.
Find more information here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_1388
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- Europe Fights Organised Crime
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- #news #eunews #organisedcrime
Criminal networks operate across borders.
The EU is upgrading its tools and cooperation to better investigate, prosecute and dismantle organised crime.
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- NATO 3.0: 3 Steps to Strengthen European Defence
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- To ensure long-term peace and security, Europe must take the lead in building and strengthening its defence capabilities. The EU already has three concrete steps in place to achieve this:
1. Supporting and integrating with Ukraine: aligning military and industrial capabilities for shared security.
2. Rapid defence innovation: learning from the frontlines to produce faster, better, cheaper and more repairable equipment.
3. An integrated European defence market: mobilising the power of the European economy to strengthen supply lines between Member States.
You can read more about the EU’s defence strategy here: https://link.europa.eu/phtmntnh
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- Erasmus+ And DiscoverEU for Young Moldovans
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- 0:17
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Moldova just moved closer to joining the EU, and young Moldovans could soon get Erasmus+ and free rail travel across Europe.
At the second EU-Moldova Summit in Brussels, President Ursula von der Leyen together with EU leaders met President Maia Sandu to push forward the country's path to EU membership.
What's new?
Accession negotiations officially opened just one week before this summit, a major milestone in EU enlargement.
The EU will support Moldova's full participation in the next Erasmus+ programme, meaning more student exchanges and education opportunities.
Young Moldovans could receive a DiscoverEU rail pass in 2027, giving them free train travel across Europe.
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- €56 Million in EU Aid Is Going to Farmers in These 5 Countries
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The European Commission is allocating €56 million in aid to farmers across five EU countries hit by storms, drought, heatwaves and frost.
Country breakdown:
Portugal — €30M (Storm Kristin)
Romania — €14.8M (heatwaves & drought)
Cyprus — €4.6M (heatwaves & drought)
Croatia — €4.4M (excessive rainfall & freezing temperatures)
Slovenia — €2.8M (spring frosts)
For more details, follow this link: https://link.europa.eu/vhhbmpbh
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- Important steps for becoming an EU member: EU-Moldova Summit
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- 14:03
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The EU-Moldova Summit took place at the European Council on 22nd June 2026.
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen took part in a press conference with Council President António Costa and Moldovan President Maia Sandu.
In her press statement, President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted that Moldova has taken a major step towards the EU by opening its first negotiation cluster. This is a clear recognition of its reforms, resilience and commitment in the face of strong external pressure and hybrid attacks from Russia.
Progress is already visible: closer integration through SEPA, roaming, the European Environment Agency and the Growth Plan is bringing real benefits for people, businesses, infrastructure, healthcare and the energy transition.
The EU will continue to stand with Moldova by investing in its youth, security and resilience — from DiscoverEU and Erasmus+ to stronger support against hybrid threats, defence and border secur...
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- New EU rules for air passengers are finally here | EUNews
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- ✈️ EU air passenger rights are being strengthened, 🇺🇦 Ukraine and 🇲🇩 Moldova are advancing on their path toward EU membership, and 💶 the EU’s financial support for Ukraine is entering a new phase.
Catch up on the biggest EU developments from 13–19 June 2025 in this weekly news recap.
📌 Featured stories:
✈️ EU air passenger rights: Booking tickets will become more transparent. Airlines will have to show ticket prices with and without luggage separately. Parents travelling with young children should be able to sit together at no extra cost, and missing an outbound flight should no longer cancel the return ticket.
https://youtube.com/shorts/UwreD9j9Zpo?is=84483qvivkN3FT0k
🇺🇦🇲🇩 Ukraine and Moldova move forward in EU accession talks: Ukraine and Moldova have opened the first cluster of EU membership negotiations. The first cluster negotiations will focus on core reforms such as the rule of la...
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- European Council Press Conference: Ukraine, the Middle East, and the global economy
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- 8:16
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The European Council took place in Brussels on 18th and 19th June. European heads of states came together to discuss the following topics: Competitiveness, the EU's long-term budget for 2028 to 2034, Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, migration and illicit drugs.
In the press conference on 19th June, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented the four main outcomes of the European Council:
- On Ukraine: The opening of the first accession cluster, the extension of sanctions on Russia for 12 months, and work on further sanctions.
- On the Middle East: Support for the US-Iran interim agreement, concern over Lebanon, and plans to strengthen alternative trade routes and Gulf partnerships.
- On the global economy: A firmer EU stance on China’s structural overcapacities, with renewed emphasis on diversification, de-risking and defending the European market from unfair practices.
- On the EU budget: Member States agreed on a new M...
