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The European Union (EU) is a supranational political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe. The union has a total area of 4,233,255 km² (1,634,469 sq mi) and an estimated population of over 449 million as of 2024. The EU is often described as a sui generis political entity combining characteristics of both a federation and a confederation.

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Hungary Sounds WW3 ALARM Over New Support For Ukraine \| Putin Warns Europe Will ‘Pay The Price’ Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has issued a stark warning: Ukraine joining NATO could spark a global war with Russia. Echoing Putin’s recent threats, Orbán says NATO expansion is a direct.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:39Published 1 day ago

Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints Teresa Anjinho, the new European Ombudswoman, urged EU institutions to enhance transparency after a rise in complaints,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:06Published 2 days ago

U.S’ Priority Changed? Trump Favouring China-India Over EU? \| EU Side-lined As Trump Looks East European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reminded Donald Trump that the EU remains open for a trade deal—but the U.S. President made it clear: China and India come first. Speaking after.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 3 days ago

EU inaction on Israel could erode international order, NGO Avaaz warns EU inaction on Israel could erode international order, NGO Avaaz warns The NGO Avaaz organised a street installation in Brussels on the suffering of children in Gaza, calling on EU leaders to not.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:22Published 3 days ago

EU leaders leave Israel partnership on shelf despite pressure to act EU leaders leave Israel partnership on shelf despite pressure to act Despite a report saying there are “indications” that Israel was in breach of its human rights obligations over its ongoing.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:43Published 3 days ago

Europe leads global vaccine effort as US pulls back Europe leads global vaccine effort as US pulls back While the EU and several European countries made significant contributions to GAVI, the global vaccine alliance, the United States was notably.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:25Published 3 days ago

‘We’ll convince Hungary’ on EU accession, Ukraine ambassador tells Euronews ‘We’ll convince Hungary’ on EU accession, Ukraine ambassador tells Euronews Ukraine's EU ambassador joined Euronews' Europe Today for an exclusive interview ahead of the 27-member bloc's.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:27Published 3 days ago

As review finds 'indications' of Gaza human rights breach, how close are EU-Israel trade relations? As review finds 'indications' of Gaza human rights breach, how close are EU-Israel trade relations? As an EU review finds "indications" that Israel breached its human rights obligations in Gaza, the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 5 days ago

The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained Sustainable fisheries, jobs, and food security: the EU-Mauritania partnership aims to ensure responsible fishing while supporting local communities. In.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:39Published 5 days ago

Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support In Mauritania and across North-West Africa, fish is essential. It provides food and jobs for countless.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published 5 days ago

EU and Canada forge closer ties with new defence and trade partnership EU and Canada forge closer ties with new defence and trade partnership The EU and Canada summit strengthens their strategic ties with a new Security and Defence Partnership, digital trade agreement.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published 5 days ago

EU to revisit suspension of partnership with Israel over violations in Gaza EU to revisit suspension of partnership with Israel over violations in Gaza The EU's 27 foreign affairs ministers were expected to respond to a recent review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:39Published 6 days ago

EU ministers meet as Iran escalation fears grip Europe Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:47Published 6 days ago

EU urges 'all sides to step back' after US strikes Iran, but can bloc find unified response? Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:14Published 1 week ago

EU diplomats' meeting with Iranian foreign minister over war with Israel yields no breakthrough EU diplomats' meeting with Iranian foreign minister over war with Israel yields no breakthrough It was the first face-to-face meeting between Western and Iranian officials since the war began after.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published 1 week ago

Iranian Foreign Minister Thunders: 'NO SURRENDER!’ \| Talks with EU end in Stalemate Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi concluded high-level talks in Geneva with E3 and EU officials, reiterating Iran’s refusal to negotiate under continued Israeli aggression. He condemned Israeli.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 1 week ago

EU review indicates Israel breached human rights in Gaza EU review indicates Israel breached human rights in Gaza A review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement has found "indications" that Israel breached its human rights obligations with actions in.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:13Published 1 week ago

Israel wants a 'hopeful' post-conflict Middle East reality and resolute relations with EU Israel wants a 'hopeful' post-conflict Middle East reality and resolute relations with EU As its military gains the upper hand in its conflict with Iran so far, Israel is now proceeding to expand on.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 11:55Published 1 week ago

No, the EU is not banning CO2 in drinks No, the EU is not banning CO2 in drinks Some claim that the European Commission is doing away with carbonated drinks as part of its "Fit for 55" climate programme. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:54Published 1 week ago

European Parliament backs mandatory microchipping of all cats and dogs in the EU European Parliament backs mandatory microchipping of all cats and dogs in the EU MEPs have voted to make microchipping and registration mandatory for all cats and dogs in the EU to combat illegal.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:46Published 1 week ago

IMF chief: European lifestyle is at risk if productivity isn’t boosted IMF chief: European lifestyle is at risk if productivity isn’t boosted Progress on the single market needs to be a priority for the European Union, Kristalina Georgieva told Euronews. READ MORE.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:18Published 1 week ago

EU to influence Iran nuclear talks from sidelines in Geneva EU to influence Iran nuclear talks from sidelines in Geneva Despite likely being absent from formal negotiations in Geneva on Friday, the European Union is open to dialogue in a bid to influence the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published 1 week ago

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Pro-EU candidate narrowly ahead of Trump-inspired rival in Poland's presidential election, exit poll shows Liberal pro-EU candidate Rafal Trzaskowski appears set to narrowly win Poland's presidential election, according to an exit poll. Sky News - Published on June 1, 2025
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Trump says US and EU have agreed to postpone tariffs Donald Trump says the US and the EU have agreed to postpone the imposition of tariffs until July, as they attempt to negotiate a trade deal. Sky News - Published on May 25, 2025
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Trump's latest phone negotiation tactic on tariffs likely to heighten EU retaliation threat President Trump's Friday flurry of pronouncements marks the return of negotiation by smartphone and may trigger another period of profound uncertainty for international trade and financial markets. Sky News - Published on May 23, 2025
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Success of the UK-EU trade deal will depend on whether promises are delivered I have been chewing over some of the main elements of the UK-EU agreement. Sky News - Published on May 20, 2025	EU still suffering 'wounds of Brexit', says bloc's foreign affairs chief Britain should have access to the EU's rearmament fund before the end of the year but "wounds of Brexit" mean some member states want it to be limited, the bloc's foreign affairs chief has said. Sky News - Published on May 19, 2025
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25% US auto tariff may pinch some Indian companies US President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and components, significantly affecting US consumers and potentially inciting retaliation from the EU and Canada. Indian automakers might.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 27, 2025	EU citizens told to stock up on supplies in case of a crisis People in Europe should stockpile three days' worth of food, water and other essentials in case of a crisis, the EU has said. Sky News - Published on March 27, 2025
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