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The Latest Breaking News from Ursula von der Leyen

New relationship with EU possible but will not be easy, Keir Starmer says

PM hopes to work more closely on defence, borders and trade with EU as he sets meeting with von der Leyen

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine war 'leading nowhere'; give diplomacy a chance: Ex-EU Commission chief Juncker

Talking Europe sits down with one of the most high-profile EU Commission presidents of modern times, Jean-Claude Juncker, who was in office from 2014 to 2019. He shares his thoughts on Ursula von der Leyen's second European Commission and the challenges facing Europe, from migration to Ukraine and the Middle…

France 24

People living with disabilities in the EU: The battle for inclusion

One in four adults in the EU have a disability, according to Eurostat. That's more than 100 million people. And while this summer's Paralympics no doubt drew attention to the issue in a visible way, the daily struggles of so many people remain largely invisible. Indeed, access to employment and…

France 24

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Revealed: Starmer’s ‘three pillar’ blueprint to rebuild EU ties with youth mobility a negotiating chip

Exclusive: Keir Starmer and Ursula von der Leyen have announced they will meet next week in Brussels and The Independent can reveal the government’s plan to reset the UK’s relationship after Brexit

The Independent UK

Lack of ICU capacity was ‘political choice’, Chris Whitty tells Covid inquiry – as it happened

Chief medical officer tells Covid inquiry that UK had ‘very low’ capacity compared with other wealthy countries

The Guardian - UK

Equality ‘downgrade’ in European Commission dismays rights groups

Ursula von der Leyen criticised for merging equality commissioner role into brief including crisis management

The Guardian - UK

Von der Leyen tightens grip on power in EU – but trouble looms on the horizon

Despite cementing control, the EU commission’s president faces a daunting second term amid the rise of the far right, writes Jennifer Rankin

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 939

As the war enters its 939th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera

Failing to control debt handicaps future generations: Spain’s former foreign minister

The new French government faces many challenges, including questions about its democratic legitimacy, and a public debt which has worried France’s EU partners. We discuss the economic outlook with former Spanish foreign minister Arancha Gonzalez Laya, who is now dean of the Paris School of International Affairs. We also look…

France 24

EU Chief Announces 35 Bn Euro Loan Plan For Ukraine Before Winter

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Friday announced plans for Brussels to lend Ukraine 35 billion euros backed by revenues of frozen Russian assets and promised to help Ukraine "keep warm" ahead of a third winter of war with Russia.

International Business Times

EU chief announces €35bn energy loan for Ukraine as war with Russia drags on

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday announced plans for Brussels to lend Ukraine €35 billion backed by revenues of frozen Russian assets and promised to help Ukraine "keep warm" ahead of a third winter of war.The talks on energy security come amid ongoing Russian airstrikes targeting the…

Radio France Internationale

EU To Loan Ukraine €35 Billion For Economic Recovery

EU announces €35 billion loan to Ukraine for economic recovery amidst Russian attacks. Urgent support needed for Ukraine's energy security.

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EU Chief Promises Billions In Aid For Flood-Stricken Region

European Commission President von der Leyen pledges billions in aid for flood-stricken region, emphasizing solidarity and support for affected communities.

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The Guardian - UK

Von der Leyen has tightened her grip on the EU’s steering wheel – and is moving it subtly to the right

The European Commission president’s new team reflects her ruthlessness in crushing critics, rewarding loyalty and showing who is the boss

The Independent UK

EU chief travels to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen is traveling to war-ravaged Ukraine with the promise of 160 million euros in fresh energy funds to get the nation through the winter

International Business Times

Coming Winter 'Sternest Test Yet' For Ukraine Energy Grid

The coming winter will prove the "sternest test yet" for Ukraine's energy grid, the International Energy Agency said on Thursday, as the EU announced additional aid to help the country weather Russia's attacks on its power infrastructure.

International Business Times

Flood-hit Region Leaders To Meet In Poland To Discuss EU Aid

The leaders of four countries hit by Storm Boris will meet Thursday in Poland with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen to discuss aid for the flood-hit region.

Radio France Internationale

Flood-hit nations seek EU aid as Storm Boris devastates central Europe

The leaders of four countries hit by Storm Boris will meet Thursday in Poland with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen to discuss aid for the flood-hit region.

France 24

EU Commission chief von der Leyen unveils new top team

After weeks of negotiations, European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled her new top team, giving key economic portfolios to France, Italy and Spain. If approved by the European Parliament, the bloc's top brass will be charged with steering the EU's industrial agenda in the face of competition…

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Europe’s future: spend big or risk the consequences

Editorial: Former European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi is right to call for Marshall plan-type investment in the continent’s future

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