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January 29, 2024

Protesting French farmers plan 'siege of the capital' in Paris, rejecting government concessions

France mobilized 15,000 police officers and tanks as farmers protesting high costs, regulations and EU climate measures plan a "siege" of Paris on Monday.

January 27, 2024

Chief of European border agency claims 'nothing can stop' migrants reaching the continent

Several European countries have taken matters into their own hands and pursued individual - and often controversial - remedy to the growing migration crisis facing the continent.

January 24, 2024

Moldova's foreign minister resigns after advancing country toward European Union membership

Moldova's Foreign Minister Nicu Popescu announced his resignation on Wednesday, citing the need for a break after a challenging period for the country.

January 23, 2024

European leaders advise Bosnia to accelerate reforms for EU membership talks

The European Commission has advised Bosnia to continue with reforms and take the opportunity to begin accession negotiations with the European Union before June.

January 22, 2024

European Union minister calls for Palestinian statehood despite Israeli leader's rejection

European Union foreign ministers believe the creation of a Palestinian state is crucial for achieving peace in the Middle East despite an Israeli leader's rejection of the idea.

January 20, 2024

European anger over deep-sea mining push despite urge for energy independence from China, Russia

Norway approved the measure in a bid to expand its energy operations as lawmakers seek to increase independence from foreign resources and investments.

January 19, 2024

EU chief says Israel was responsible for Hamas' surge to power in Gaza: 'Financed by the government'

During a speech in Spain, the European Union’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said Israel was responsible for financing Hamas and their surge to power in Gaza.

January 19, 2024

Poland's new government praised by European Union for efforts to restore rule of law

The European Union Commissioner for Justice, Didier Reynders, applauded Poland's new pro-EU government on Friday for its efforts to restore the rule of law.

January 17, 2024

Irish climate minister greets Chinese premier who arrived on record-size plane at Dublin Airport

Irish Minister for Transport, Climate, Environment and Communications Eamon Ryan greeted Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who arrived on the largest passenger aircraft ever to land at Dublin Airport.

January 16, 2024

Chinese Premier Li Qiang visits Ireland to discuss European Union relations

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is visiting Ireland for talks with Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar on China's relations with the European Union and other global issues.