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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with a group of students in Tehran

Why The Irish Government Must Not Reopen Its Embasssy In Tehran

There is a growing conviction that the recall of EU ambassadors and the closure of Western embassies in Tehran, followed by the expulsion of all Iranian diplomatic staff and their cohorts from Europe and the U.S., would be a more forceful response to the regime's barbarity.

Ukrainians living in Belgium protest outside the European Council building, on the day leaders are set to meet to discuss giving Ukraine candidate status to join the European Union, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, in Brussels, Belgium June 23,

48% Of EU Residents Want Quick End To War Even If Ukraine Loses Territories

Around half of the residents of Austria, Germany, Greece, Italy and Spain support the immediate cessation of hostilities, even if Ukraine gives up its territories.

Germany has not approved the Leopard 2 delivery, fearing an escalation with Russia

EU's 10th Round Of Russian Sanctions Would Affect Countries Helping Putin

The new sanctions package will focus on imposing "massive consequences" on people who bring modern technologies from the EU to Russia, said the European Commission President.

Belgian prosecutors said earlier Friday that a former MEP was among those arrested

Belgium Makes EU Parliament Arrests In Qatar Corruption Probe

Belgium makes EU parliament arrests in Qatar corruption probe

Albanian Opposition Leader Punched During Protest

Former President of Albania Sali Berisha was punched while leading a protest against Prime Minister Edi Rama.

The European Parliament in session, in Strasbourg, France

EU Parliament Votes To Designate Russia As State Sponsor Of Terrorism

The European Parliament voted to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism on Wednesday.

Climate activists protest outside the Sharm el-Sheikh International Convention Centre during the COP27 climate conference in Egypt on Thursday

Climate Damage Offer Brings New Optimism At End Of COP27

The European Union backed an initiative Thursday night that would create a "broad donor base" to a fund that would aid countries vulnerable to climate change.

Mahsa Amini's death has sparked nearly a month of protests in Iran

Iran Uses Death Penalty To Punish Protestors

The person was convicted of "moharebeh" (enmity against god) and "efsad-fil-arz" (corruption on earth).

Autonomous robots assemble an X model SUV at the BMW manufacturing facility in Greer

EU, South Korea Against Biden Inflation Act, Fears Threats To Industry

The E.U. is concerned the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act will harm the continent's economy. South Korea has similar concerns.

Some Western allies -- led by the US -- have stepped up deliveries of arms to Kyiv

EU Fears Ukraine War Could Increase Spread Of Illegal Weapons

Based on potential threats observed in war zones in the past, European security officials have raised concerns that firearms can fall into wrong hands.

Apple To Adapt USB-C Charging In iPhone

Apple announced that it will be forced to comply with a new EU law mandating the adaption of USB-C charging in all small electronic devices by 2024.

European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels

Iran Facing EU Sanctions Over Russian Drone Sales

Iran is facing new sanctions from the E.U. following evidence suggesting their sale of deadly drones to Russia for use against Ukraine.

EU Takes Malta To Court For Selling Citizenship To Wealthy Investors

Malta offers a golden passport scheme, under which wealthy foreigners of any nationality can buy the country's citizenship.

A view of the gas compressor station in Gabinek near Wloclawek

EU Fights To Stave Off Energy Price Crunch

The European Union continues to face a turbulent energy market amid sanctions imposed on Russia.

U.S. President Joe Biden gives a joint press statement with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the U.S. Mission in Brussels, Belgium March 25, 2022.

European Views Of US Soured After Uvalde, Overturning Roe V. Wade

Europeans’ views of the United States dimmed sharply in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas and the overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is Japan's longest-serving leader

World Leaders React To Assassination Of Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

After the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, world leaders expressed their sorrow and condolences for the loss of a visionary statesman.

Oil and gas prices have surged over supply fears as Russia is one of the world's biggest producers and exporters of the fossil fuels

Oil Prices On A Roller Coaster As Markets Try To Figure Out The EU Russian Oil Embargo

There are several unknowns adding uncertainty to the oil market.

The World Bank said its latest Afghanistan aid infusion will be kept out of the hands of the Taliban rulers

World Bank Estimates Serious Hits To European Economies

The World Bank has changed its forecast for the growth of countries' economies in Europe and Central Asia as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues.

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Illustration shows test tube labelled "COVID-19 Omicron variant test positive

US Unlikely To See Omicron BA.2 Surge, Says Ex-FDA Chief

The United States is unlikely to see a surge in Omicron BA.2 cases nationally despite initial fears that a new wave was on the horizon, a former FDA commissioner said on Tuesday.

Negotiators from the European Parliament and EU member states agreed on a landmark law to curb the market dominance of US big tech giants

EU Introduces Changes To How Products Are Manufactured And Designed

The European Union introduced a plan to change how products are manufactured and designed with sustainability and economic circularity in mind.

China's central bank has warned companies against assisting cryptocurrency-related businesses

Why Crypto Users Can 'Lose All Their Invested Money'

European Union officials have warned cryptocurrency users that there is a risk of “losing all their invested money”

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives for a meeting with representatives of the business community at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia February 24, 2022. Sputnik/Aleksey Nikolskyi/Kremlin via REUTERS

Russia Wants 'Complete' Victory Over Ukraine By March 2: Source

The Russian ex-official remains hopeful of Ukraine and Russia's announced talks at the Belarusian border.

Ireland Says Russian Navy Drills Are 'Not Welcome'

Ireland voiced its concerns about the planned arrival of a Russian naval group that will appear off its Southwest coast for military exercises in February.

Olaf Scholz's incoming coalition has said it was their task to promote a 'sovereign Europe'

Germany's New Chancellor Pushing For Vaccine Mandate

The incoming German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, shared his intentions during a crisis meeting.

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said this year's assembly was "arguably one of the most important" in the UN agency's history

WHO On Precautions The Fully Vaccinated Need To Take

World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that various nations have acquired a “false sense of security” that we are nearing the end of the pandemic and that vaccinated individuals are fully protected against Covid.

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