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April 30, 2024

US-sanctioned ex-intelligence chief with Russian ties to be appointed Serbian vice-premier

Ex-intelligence chief Aleksandar Vulin, who is thought to have close ties with Russia, will be one of several vice-premieres in Serbia's new government.

April 29, 2024

European Union implements stricter visa requirements for Ethiopians

The European Union has announced stricter visa requirements for Ethiopian nationals. EU countries will no longer be permitted to waive requirements, officials say.

April 28, 2024

EU requires cars come with tech that slows cars when speeding, UK opts out

Required automotive safety feature in the European Union will slow cars when speeding, and is expected to reduce fatal car crashes by up to 12%.

April 25, 2024

France President Macron to outline vision for Europe as global power ahead of European Parliament elections

As war rages in Ukraine and European Parliament elections approach, French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to share his vision for Europe as an assertive global power.

April 24, 2024

European Union will begin investigation to see if China is denying access to medical device market

The European Union is set to investigate whether China is unfairly limiting and depriving certain companies in Europe access to the Chinese medical market.

April 24, 2024

Ukraine sees first of new EU aid package worth about $50B

Ukraine received its first tranche of financial support from the European Union as the rest of the new aid program is set to be approved.

April 24, 2024

Slovakia's public broadcasting overhaul allows government to control media, critics say

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has faced intense backlash for his decision to overhaul the country's public radio and television services.

April 23, 2024

EU unable to determine impact of refugee funds given to Turkey, auditors say

European Union auditors have said they are unable to determine the impact of the billions of euros the bloc gave to Turkey to help it cope with migrants crossing in from Syria.

April 22, 2024

Georgian opposition parties urge mass protests against 'Russian' bill

Six Georgian opposition parties appealed last week for mass protests against a bill on "foreign agents" which they say aims to block the South Caucasus country's path towards the European Union and NATO.

April 22, 2024

European nations hesitant to provide missile systems to Ukraine in war against Russia

European Union countries are hesitant to provide Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, which is urgently seeking them to defend against Russian air attacks.