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Lagarde Holds Rates — But AI Is Quietly Changing Europe’s Economy
ECB Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged — But AI Is Quietly Changing Europe’s Economy Frankfurt — The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to keep its key interest rates unchanged, confirming that inflation in the euro area is close to the 2% target. At first glance, the decision looked routine. But during the press conference, ECB…
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Frozen Russian Money in Europe: The Legal and Political Battle Inside the EU
Frozen Russian Assets in the EU: Law, Politics, and the Limits of Unity The European Union has agreed on a €90 billion financial package for Ukraine, but behind the headline number lies a far more complex and unresolved dispute: what to do with frozen Russian state assets held inside the EU. At the center of…
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Can Europe Use Russia’s Frozen Money for Ukraine—Without Blowing Up Its Own Legal Risk?
The European Union is facing one of its most consequential financial and political decisions since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine: should frozen Russian assets be used to fund Ukraine’s survival in 2026 and 2027? At a recent European Council summit in Brussels, EU leaders debated how to close Ukraine’s looming funding gap…
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Von der Leyen to leaders: Decide Ukraine funding now or risk Europe’s future
Von der Leyen urges decisive EU action on Ukraine funding, defence and strategic independence ahead of December European Council European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called on EU leaders to take firm, immediate decisions on Ukraine, security and strategic autonomy as she addressed Members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg ahead of the…
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EU Bans Russian Gas: Moral Victory or Expensive Mistake?
The European Union is preparing to permanently end imports of Russian natural gas, marking one of the most far-reaching energy decisions in its history. The move, debated this week in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, is designed to protect the EU from the political weaponisation of energy and to close a chapter of long-standing dependence…
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Ukraine Ceasefire by Christmas? Merz, Zelensky & EU’s Kallas Lay Down Terms
High-level negotiations in Berlin and Brussels have opened what European leaders describe as the most serious diplomatic window for ending Russia’s war against Ukraine since February 2022.Statements by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas reveal both progress — and the hard limits of any potential peace…
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Europe Finalizes Its Peace Plan for Ukraine | Zelenskyy’s London–Brussels Push
Europe is entering the final stage of drafting its peace framework for Ukraine after a day of intensive diplomacy led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During high-level talks in London and subsequent consultations in Brussels, European leaders sought to align their positions before presenting a unified proposal to the United States. According to Zelenskyy, the…
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NATO Raises the Alarm: The 5% Plan, Russia’s Threats and Trump’s Peace Gamble
Why the NATO Brussels Meeting Matters The NATO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Brussels on 3 December 2025 marked a decisive shift in the Alliance’s strategy. It was not a routine gathering. Ministers came with a clear message: Europe must prepare for a long period of confrontation with Russia, even as the United States tries to…
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Ireland Backs Ukraine: Zelensky Addresses Irish Parliament on War and Peace
Ireland Backs Ukraine: Zelensky Addresses Irish Parliament Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a strong and symbolic address to the Irish Parliament in Dublin, thanking Ireland for its long-standing support and calling for unity in the face of Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine. The speech highlighted shared values, historical parallels and the urgent need to maintain…
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Ukraine Peace Talks: Is the West Pushing Kyiv to Concede? Zelensky, Trump Envoy, EU Split
Ukraine Peace Talks: Is the West Pushing Kyiv to Concede? Zelensky, Macron, Kallas and the Trump Envoy The latest round of Ukraine peace negotiations has intensified debate across Europe and the United States. Key leaders — including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, French President Emmanuel Macron, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Donald Trump’s envoy…
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Europe’s Defence Breakpoint: What EDIP Really Changes
Europe’s Defence Breakpoint: What the New EDIP Really Changes The European Parliament has approved the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) — the first initiative in EU history designed to build a coordinated, long-term European defence industrial base. With a budget of €1.5 billion, EDIP aims to strengthen Europe’s defence capabilities, reduce dependence on external suppliers,…
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World Order Shifts: Key Moments From the G20 Summit
G20 Johannesburg: Africa Steps to the Centre as Leaders Back Global Climate and Energy Reforms #g20 #g20summit #geopolitics The 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg marked a historic first: the world’s largest economies meeting on African soil under the South African presidency. With the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability,” host President Cyril Ramaphosa set the tone early…
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