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EU Council gives final approval to Bulgaria’s euro entry
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Council today approved the last three legal measures needed for Bulgaria to adopt the euro on 1 January 2026. This marks the completion…
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EU Council Enhances Retail Investor Protection Regulations
Brussel (Brussels Morning) - The European Council has strengthened retail investor protection regulations, enhancing transparency and information disclosure for individual…
European Union Applauds UN’s New Cease-Fire Proposal for Gaza
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Union welcomes the UN Security Council resolution supporting a Gaza ceasefire proposal. It emphasises…
EU Energy Chief Kadri Simson Urges Reduction of Dependency on Russian Gas
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - EU Energy Chief Kadri Simson urges the 27-nation bloc to set a timeline for ending Russian…
European Council Imposes New Sanctions on North Korea for Evasion Tactics
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Council sanctioned six individuals and three entities for aiding North Korea’s nuclear and missile…
EU Council Adopts Comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering Rules Package
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Council adopted new anti-money-laundering rules to protect the EU against money laundering and terrorism…
EU Security and Defence: Council Outlines Five Key Priorities
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The EU Council agreed on security and defence priorities amid escalating threats. Strengthening the EU's role,…
EU Council Renews Syrian Sanctions and Extends Humanitarian Exemption
Brussels - The EU extended restrictive measures against Syria until June 2025, targeting 316 individuals and 86 entities, while maintaining…
EU Council Introduces New Regulations for Healthcare Substances
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Council has enacted new regulations to bolster safety and quality standards for blood, tissues,…