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UK sends 85,000 drones to Ukraine as Russian strikes surge

In September, Russia launched around 5,500 one-way attack drones into Ukraine

The Independent UK

UK sends 85,000 drones to Ukraine in six months as Russia steps up strikes

Defence Secretary John Healey will co-host the latest Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Defence industry warns EU to ‘urgently’ curb dependence on key raw materials

Industry representatives and analysts say the restrictions highlight the EU’s urgent need to cut its dependence on Chinese critical materials, even as Brussels pushes to diversify supplies and boost domestic production through the Critical Raw Materials Act.

Euronews

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Police fire tear gas at Brussels protest against austerity measures

Belgian police have fired tear gas to disperse tens of thousands of protesters in Brussels

The Independent UK

Travel disrupted across Belgium as general strike against proposed public spending cuts continues

This latest strike has resulted in severe delays and cancellations of services affecting tens of thousands of travellers across the country.

Euronews

Tens Of Thousands March In Brussels Against Austerity Plans

Tens of thousands flooded the streets of Brussels Tuesday to protest against government austerity plans, as part of a national strike that has grounded flights and disrupted public transport.

International Business Times

EU has long engaged with Libya’s Haftar on ‘technical’ migration matters, sources tell Euronews

"Technical" discussions on migration have been ongoing for years between the European Commission and de facto representatives of eastern Libya, including General Khalifa Haftar's military staff. Recently, Brussels has started engaging with eastern Libya at a more political level.

Euronews

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Top Hungarian EU official ‘not aware’ of alleged spying attempt in Brussels

European Commission spokesperson says Olivér Várhelyi denies knowledge of his country targeting staff

The Guardian - UK

Eurostar passengers warned of 'severe disruption' as RMT union threatens strike action

RMT claims staff face increased workload due to ‘unreliable trains’ and problems at control centre

Evening Standard

Chat Control on hold, Europe's Eastern flank remains passive

Germany’s withdrawal freezes CSAR, yet the EU’s eastern flank remains passive, signalling a deeper malaise: inefficient interministerial cooperation, capital–PermRep disconnects, and a habit of sidelining digital policy.

Euronews

EU to investigate Hungarian spy ring that targeted Brussels institutions

An investigation has revealed how Hungary’s intelligence services recruited citizens to spy on behalf of Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government, targeting sensitive European Union decision-making. The exposé, published by Hungarian outlet Direkt36 and partners, uncovers the extent of this clandestine operation and exposes vulnerabilities in the EU’s security framework.

Radio France Internationale

Belgium airports cancel departing flights for a whole day amid strikes

Both of Brussels’ airports have announced mass cancellations amid the national strike

The Independent UK

Brussels mounts pressure on Hungarian EU Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi over spy probe

Olivér Várhelyi was Hungary's EU ambassador when an alleged spy ring at the embassy tried to recruit European Commission staff to be moles for Hungary. The European Commision president now wants to discuss the matter with Várhelyi.

Euronews

DRC says EU’s minerals deal with Rwanda is ‘obvious double standard’

Brussels urged to impose stronger sanctions against Rwanda, as it has in response to Russia for its war in Ukraine

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'Not up for discussion': Brussels rejects Washington's pressure on climate rules

In response to US demands to roll back the EU's environmental legislation, the European Commission defended its autonomous power to adopt laws.

International Business Times

EU Woos Developing Nations At Investment Forum

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen pitched the bloc as a dependable partner in a transactional world Thursday as she hosted about a dozen Global South leaders at an investment conference in Brussels.

Euronews

European Commission probes alleged Hungarian spy network in Brussels

According to reports that sparked the probe, the undercover spy ring allegedly operated under the cover of the Hungarian permanent representation, which at that time was led by Olivér Várhelyi, who is now a European Commissioner.

International Business Times

DR Congo Leader Urges Rwanda's Kagame To 'Make Peace' In Brussels Encounter

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi made a personal appeal to Rwanda's Paul Kagame to stop supporting insurgents in DRC and work together for "peace", at a Brussels event attended by both leaders Thursday.

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The Guardian - UK

The EU has a secret weapon to counter Trump’s economic bullying. It’s time to use it

The anti-coercion instrument, or ‘trade bazooka’, is designed to shield against foreign pressure, says civil liberties campaigner Johnny Ryan

International Business Times

EU Wants Key Sectors To Use Made-in-Europe AI

The EU on Wednesday told European businesses in critical sectors to ramp up their uptake of artificial intelligence and pushed for the bloc to cut its dependence on foreign AI providers.

Euronews

I'm the clearest defender of Israel in Brussels, Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says

On the second anniversary of the Hamas-led attacks on Israel, Johann Wadephul praised himself of being "the one who always stands most clearly on Israel's side" when he is surrounded by his EU counterparts in Brussels.

The Guardian - UK

Unity is desperately needed, but the EU prefers turf wars to facing down Russia

Failure to agree a common defence strategy risks emboldening Vladimir Putin. The squabbles have to stop, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre

The Guardian - UK

EU plan to match Trump steel tariffs spurs ‘existential threat’ to UK steel industry

Starmer says UK in discussions with EU over Brussels plan to double import tariff to 50%, which unions warn could kill UK steel industry

Euronews

Is basmati rice Indian or Pakistani? Do not ask the European Commission

From the Punjab plains to Brussels — who would have thought that the dispute over basmati’s origin would end up on Europeans' plates?

Euronews

Czech elections: Babiš will pave his own way in the EU, observers say

According to European political observers, if Babiš is confirmed as the next Czech PM, Brussels could be in for a stronger central European alliance with Orbán and Fico. However, they believe the billionaire-turned-politician will remain pragmatic when it comes to the EU and supporting Ukraine.

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