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Electrification : Sébastien Lecornu présente des mesures, sans surprises

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En dehors d’un doublement du leasing social de véhicules électriques et de promesses financières, le Premier ministre a surtout réaffirmé des objectifs déjà existants.

https://www.politico.eu/article/electrification-sebastien-lecornu-presente-des-mesures-sans-surprises/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

UK to host officials for Strait of Hormuz talks next week

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The next set of talks will be at a more junior level than the first round on Apr. 2

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-to-host-officials-for-strait-hormuz-talks-next-week/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

After clashing with Trump and Israel, Sánchez casts Spain as moral model for EU

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The Spanish prime minister said Europe has an obligation to fill the gap as the U.S. steps back from international cooperation, in remarks at POLITICO’s European Pulse Forum.

https://www.politico.eu/article/sanchez-casts-spain-moral-model-eu-clash-trump-israel/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

Attack on oil pipeline in Italy threatened fuel supplies across southern Germany

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Police are investigating whether the attack was politically motivated.

https://www.politico.eu/article/attack-oil-pipeline-italy-threatened-fuel-supplies-across-southern-germany/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

Le Pen met France’s richest man and other major CEOs at secret dinner

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The French business community has been trying to build bridges with the far right for months.

https://www.politico.eu/article/far-right-marine-le-pen-meets-cac40-business-leaders-going-mainstream/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

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Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity Sentebale he co-founded

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Prince Harry left the charity last year in an acrimonious dispute over how Sentebale was being managed.

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Man arrested over deaths of four people trying to cross Channel

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Two men and two women, whose identities have not yet been released, died when they tried to board a water taxi off the coast of Saint Etienne au Mont, near Calais.

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500 Irish petrol stations could have 'no fuel by end of the day'

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Travel across parts of the Republic of Ireland has been affected for the fourth day in a row on Friday as vehicles, including tractors, block roads.

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Met PC caught making 'appalling' remarks sacked

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Charlie Cano was filmed during an undercover Panorama investigation at Charing Cross police station.

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Epstein survivors' calls to meet King and Queen harder to ignore as US visit approaches

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The King and Queen's state visit to the US faces more questions about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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The Muslim Brotherhood in Europe and Sudan: Different MO, same mission

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The Muslim Brotherhood, whether being designated as a terrorist organisation by the United States, or facing scrutiny and restrictions in France and Austria, is under the spotlight; concern is mounting over its growing influence and ambition. Whether creating a launchpad in the Horn of Africa, or growing deep roots in local French life, governments and [...]

https://europeantimes.news/2026/04/muslim-brotherhood-europe-sudan-different-mo-same-mission/

Friend to Friend Video for Children on Prophets Available May 24, 2026

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Friend to Friend May 2025 Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Sister Susan Gong, and the Primary General Presidency will share messages for children in a Friend to Friend video available on May 24, 2026.© 2026 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.Download Photo A new Friend to Friend video [...]

https://europeantimes.news/2026/04/friend-to-friend-video-for-children-on-prophets-available-may-24-2026/

Holding(s) in Company

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TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings Source link

https://europeantimes.news/2026/04/holdings-in-company/

Iran – United States: The Truce Is Not Peace, It Is a Strategic Pause

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The question is no longer whether Iran posed an imminent threat. It likely never did—at least not in the conventional sense—and this is precisely where much of the Western strategic debate has gone astray. By confining analysis to a short-term framework—one focused on urgency or immediate attack—decision-makers have long underestimated the true nature of Iranian [...]

https://europeantimes.news/2026/04/iran-united-states-the-truce-is-not-peace-it-is-a-strategic-pauseop-ed-by-isaac-hammouch/

EU Warns of Stagflation Risk From Energy Shock

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Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis told MEPs that Europe faces a renewed economic test as conflict in the Middle East drives up energy costs, clouds the inflation outlook and puts fresh pressure on public finances. BRUSSELS — The European Commission has warned that the latest energy shock linked to the conflict in the Middle East could slow [...]

https://europeantimes.news/2026/04/eu-warns-of-stagflation-risk-from-energy-shock/

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Week in Review: High Ambitions and Missed Opportunities

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Our selection of Premium stories this week takes a look at future goals as well as lost opportunities from the past.

https://balkaninsight.com/2026/04/10/week-in-review-high-ambitions-and-missed-opportunities/bi/

ARTE Europe Weekly: Hungary elections: Is this the end of Orban?

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According to the polls, Hungary’s Prime Minister could lose his majority on Sunday after 16 years in office.

https://balkaninsight.com/2026/04/10/arte-europe-weekly-hungary-elections-is-this-the-end-of-orban/bi/

Does Turkey Want to Protect Children on Social Media – or Increase Surveillance?

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Turkey’s planned new restrictions on accessing social media platforms without identity verification will erode anonymity and further tighten censorship.

https://balkaninsight.com/2026/04/10/does-turkey-want-to-protect-children-on-social-media-or-increase-surveillance/bi/

Democracy Digest: The Price of Endorsement – Hungary Signs Defence, Energy Deals with US

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Elsewhere, report puts number on what Poland has gained from EU membership; still unclear who or how many people will represent Czechia at upcoming NATO summit; and a legal adviser to Slovak PM acquitted of judicial interference and indirect corruption.

https://balkaninsight.com/2026/04/10/democracy-digest-the-price-of-endorsement-hungary-signs-defence-energy-deals-with-us/rd/

Contaminated River: Russia’s Attacks on Ukraine Pollute Moldova’s Water Supply

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A Russian bombing of a Ukrainian hydropower plant caused petrol to leak into the Dniester river, a crucial source of water for Moldova – and while a clean-up is underway, fears of future attacks remain.

https://balkaninsight.com/2026/04/10/contaminated-river-russias-attacks-on-ukraine-pollute-moldovas-water-supply/bi/

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British tourist bus crash in Spain's Canaries kills one and injures 27

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A bus carrying British tourists veered off a road and tumbled down a ravine on Spain's Atlantic island of La Gomera on Friday, killing one person and injuring 27, authorities said.

https://www.thelocal.es/20260410/british-tourist-bus-crash-in-spains-canaries-kills-one-and-injures-27

Netanyahu accuses Spain of waging 'a diplomatic war' against Israel

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday accused Spain of waging a diplomatic campaign against Israel after Madrid was barred from taking part in the work of a US‐led centre created to help stabilise post‐war Gaza.

https://www.thelocal.es/20260410/netanyahu-accuses-spain-of-waging-a-diplomatic-war-against-israel

Young South American footballers scammed and abandoned in Spain

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Spanish police announced Friday the arrest of a man suspected of defrauding young South Americans by promising them access to major football clubs in Spain in exchange for up to €3,000 ($3,500), only for many to end up abandoned and on the street.

https://www.thelocal.es/20260410/young-south-american-footballers-scammed-and-abandoned-in-spain

Spain urges Iran to negotiate in 'good faith' with US following truce

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Spain's foreign minister said on Friday that he had spoken with his Iranian counterpart and urged him to negotiate "in good faith" during talks with the United States in Islamabad.

https://www.thelocal.es/20260410/spain-urges-iran-to-negotiate-in-good-faith-with-us-following-truce

Tax season in Spain: The regional deductions you can get in Catalonia

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If you live in Barcelona or somewhere else in Catalonia, it's important to be aware of the regional tax deductions available to you before you file your annual tax return, covering everything from housing, to donations and child costs.

https://www.thelocal.es/20260410/tax-season-in-spain-the-regional-deductions-you-can-get-in-catalonia

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Towards a safer online space for kids: interview with European Commission Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen

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On Thursday, March 26, the European Newsroom sat down with Virkkunen for an interview focused on the EU’s efforts to protect minors in the online environment – from social media to adult websites.

https://europeannewsroom.com/towards-a-safer-online-space-for-kids-interview-with-european-commission-executive-vice-president-henna-virkkunen/

The EU “is a champion of international rules-based order”: Interview with European Council President António Costa

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On Monday, March 17, the European Newsroom (enr) sat down with António Costa, President of the European Council, for an exclusive interview in Brussels focused on the conflict in the Middle East, Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine, the EU's drive to bolster its competitiveness, and the progress of new countries joining the currently 27-nation bloc.

https://europeannewsroom.com/the-eu-is-a-champion-of-international-rules-based-order-interview-with-european-council-president-antonio-costa/

From local action to EU strategy: Interview with the President of the European Committee of the Regions and the Chair of the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis of the European Parliament

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On Wednesday, February 4, the European Newsroom received Committee of the Regions President Kata Tüttő and Italian MEP Irene Tinagli for an interview with enr and non-enr journalists.

https://europeannewsroom.com/from-local-action-to-eu-strategy-interview-with-the-president-of-the-european-committee-of-the-regions-and-the-chair-of-the-special-committee-on-the-housing-crisis-of-the-european-parliament/

Šefčovič: The speed of concluding EU free trade agreements has been described as “turbo”

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European Commissioner for Trade Maroš Šefčovič has noticed that he is being praised in Europe for rapidly concluding trade agreements on behalf of the EU.

https://europeannewsroom.com/sefcovic-the-speed-of-concluding-eu-free-trade-agreements-has-been-described-as-turbo/

Council of Europe calls on Bosnia and Herzegovina for constitutional and electoral reforms

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Strengthen the functionality of state institutions, ensure the effective participation of all constituent peoples, and find a sustainable solution to the issue of state property

https://europeannewsroom.com/council-of-europe-calls-on-bosnia-and-herzegovina-for-constitutional-and-electoral-reforms/

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High stakes US Iran peace talks to begin in Islamabad

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Islamabad, April 10, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — High-stakes US Iran peace talks are set to convene in Islamabad, Pakistan, as negotiators attempt to resolve a volatile conflict currently rattling global energy markets. Led by Vice President J.D. Vance

https://brusselsmorning.com/us-iran-peace-talks-islamabad/96826/

Russian tankers stay free as Estonia avoids military risk within the Baltic Sea shipping lanes

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Vaindloo Anchorage, April 10, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — Estonian authorities at Vaindloo Anchorage have confirmed they will refrain from detaining Russian tankers in the Baltic Sea to avoid potential military escalation with Moscow. While European allies increase seizures

https://brusselsmorning.com/estonia-refuse-detaining-russian-tankers/96821/

Lebanon Israel talks seek ceasefire after massive displacement across the region

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Beirut, April 10, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — President Joseph Aoun has called for historic **Lebanon Israel talks** to staunch the bloodshed after a devastating month of conflict that has displaced over one million citizens. As air attacks intensify,

https://brusselsmorning.com/lebanon-israel-talks-washington-peace/96817/

Trump’s board of Peace faces severe funding shortage stalling vital Gaza reconstruction plan

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Jerusalem, April 10, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — sources reveal that Trump’s board of Peace is currently facing a severe cash crunch, effectively stalling the administration’s ambitious Gaza reconstruction plan. Despite a Washington conference securing $17 billion in pledges,

https://brusselsmorning.com/trumps-board-of-peace-cash-crunch-gaza/96811/

Crisis Deepens as Vance Pakistan Talks Begin Amid Lebanon Bombing

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ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, April 10, 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper — Vance Pakistan talks have taken center stage in global diplomacy as tensions surge in the Middle East following intensified military actions in Lebanon. The high level engagement reflects growing urgency ... Read more

Continue reading Crisis Deepens as Vance Pakistan Talks Begin Amid Lebanon Bombing at Brussels Morning Newspaper.

https://brusselsmorning.com/vance-pakistan-talks/96797/

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Academic qualifications spark controversy over official’s appointment

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Newly appointed Deputy Agriculture Minister Makarios Lazaridis faces opposition demands for his resignation over his degree from the College of Southeastern Europe.

https://www.ekathimerini.com/politics/1300701/academic-qualifications-spark-controversy-over-officials-appointment/

Subway and tram schedules for Friday and Saturday

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Athens subway trains will end their run earlier on Good Friday and Saturday, Athens Urban Rail Transport has announced.

https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1300727/subway-and-tram-schedules-for-friday-and-saturday/

‘Tsilihourda’ from Corfu

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The dish is traditionally prepared on Holy Saturday and eaten after the Easter Resurrection. In earlier times, in some areas, it was eaten on Sunday, as the Resurrection service took place at dawn rather than late Saturday night.

https://www.ekathimerini.com/leisure/gastronomy/1300114/tsilihourda-from-corfu/

Productivity remains Greek economy’s big problem, OECD report notes

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Low productivity remains an obstacle to the further convergence of the Greek economy with the most developed economies of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.

https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1300711/productivity-remains-greek-economys-big-problem-oecd-report-notes/

Man in Crete nabbed for importing, transporting weapons

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Police in Crete have arrested a 68-year-old man after they found undeclared weapons in his suitcase and then at his home in Hania.

https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1300725/man-in-crete-nabbed-for-importing-transporting-weapons/

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ADB unveils forecast for Georgia's GDP per capita growth through 2027

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The Asian Development Bank projects moderated economic growth for Georgia and the broader South Caucasus region, citing factors such as global demand pressures and regional slowdowns, but anticipates a recovery in 2027 driven by increased domestic spending and construction development.

https://www.trend.az/business/4173380.html

Uzbekistan sees more than 20% uptick in trade with UAE

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Uzbekistan continues to strengthen trade ties with the United Arab Emirates, with bilateral turnover showing steady growth and balanced dynamics.

https://www.trend.az/business/4173515.html

ADB shares forecast for Kazakhstan's GDP growth through 2027

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Kazakhstan’s economic growth is expected to moderate in the coming years, according to the Asian Development Bank, as oil production approaches its limits and overall activity stabilizes, while infrastructure development and manufacturing continue to support the economy.

https://www.trend.az/casia/kazakhstan/4173379.html

Roundtable discussion between Azerbaijan and Armenia continues in Gabala as part of Peace Bridge initiative (PHOTO)

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World Bank upgrades Central Asia's 2026 growth forecast to 5.2%

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The estimate for 2025 represents a significant upward revision of 0.8 percentage points compared to the Bank's January 2026 projections.

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