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EU Leaders Weigh Tough Budget Compromises As Reforms Intensify
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 19, 2026 – European Union leaders are actively weighing challenging budgetary compromises as discussions move into a decisive phase over the bloc’s upcoming long-term spending…
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EU Council supports mutual recognition of driving disqualifications
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Council endorsed mutual recognition of driving disqualifications across EU states to enhance road…
EU Council agrees on framework for financial data access
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Council reached an arrangement on a proposed framework for Financial Data Access (FIDA)…
EU Council hosts Western Balkan leaders ahead of summit
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Council’s António Costa hosted Western Balkan leaders for an informal dinner ahead of the…
EU Council calls for stricter smoke-free workplace regulations
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Council recommends improved protection against second-hand smoke and aerosols. The EU Council has…
EU Council updates global human rights sanctions regime
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Council extends sanctions against individuals, entities, and groups involved in human rights abuses…
EU Council strengthens the cybersecurity framework
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Council approved new laws to boost cybersecurity capacities in the European Union. In…
Antonio Costa meets Zelenskyy on first day as EU Council Chief
Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Council President Antonio Costa met with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy to discuss Europe’s challenges, peace,…
Antonio Costa succeeds Charles Michel as President of EU council
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Charles Michel hands over the European Council presidency to Antonio Costa, emphasizing unity, climate goals,…