The European Union - Page 25

March 13, 2024

Polish farmers refuse to completely unblock Ukraine border crossing, state news agency reports

Polish farmers allowed more trucks to pass through a border crossing with Ukraine, but reneged on a promise to unblock it completely, Polish state news agency PAP reported.

March 13, 2024

European Union lawmakers approve of world leading artificial intelligence law

European Union lawmakers have approved the Artificial Intelligence Act, which acts as a global signpost for other nations in regulating artificial intelligence technology.

March 12, 2024

Belgian far-right activist sentenced to 1 year in jail for racist speech

A Belgian court sentenced prominent far-right activist Dries Van Langenhove to a year in prison for what the judge called “racist, hateful, Nazi and negationist speech."

March 11, 2024

Portugal's election sees surge in support for populist party as Europe leans right

The Chega, or Enough, party in Portugal has had an astounding rise to popularity over the last five years and saw a surge in support in the recent general election.

March 9, 2024

Europe launches AI office to serve as 'global reference point' on safety, policy and development

The European Union, United States and China are just a few of the political entities jockeying to lead artificial intelligence field both from a technological and policy standpoint.

March 8, 2024

A ship with Gaza aid is preparing to inaugurate a sea route from Cyprus to the war-ravaged strip

International donors are establishing a sea corridor from Cyprus to nearby Gaza following widespread hunger amidst an Israeli invasion.

March 7, 2024

Polish government blames 'hooligans' for violent clashes as farmers protest Ukraine imports

Poland’s government has placed the blame on "hooligans" for this week's violent clashes during farmer protests that left more than a dozen police officers injured.

March 7, 2024

Ursula von der Leyen endorsed by EU's largest party in bid for second term as head of commission

The European People's Party, the largest political party in the European Union, has endorsed Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as head of the European Commission.

March 6, 2024

Violent protests grip Poland as farmers clash with police over Ukraine imports

In Poland, a violent protest led by farmers and supporters occurred outside the parliament, with some people throwing stones at police and attempting to breach barriers.

March 5, 2024

Moldova reports 'unprecedented' Russian interference in leadup to 2 major votes

Moldova's Intelligence and Security Services warned Tuesday against "unprecedented" interference by Russia in the leadup to a European Union referendum and presidential vote.