… Separately, the European Commission downgraded its growth projections for the euro zone economy and acknowledged they could fall further if the disruption meant that energy prices only reached their peak by the end of this year. …
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- May 2026
… The European Commission in Brussels insisted that the risk of infection in the EU was "very low" and that "there is no indication" that Europeans should take specific measures. …
DR Congo Ebola risk high regionally, low worldwide: World Health Organisation… Under the EU Visa Code, the European Commission regularly assesses how third countries cooperate on readmission matters. …
EU lifts Visa restrictions on Ethiopia citinhg cooperation on migrant readmissions… The final text empowers the European Commission to trigger the suspension mechanism if the US fails to meet its commitments or disrupts trade and investment with the EU, including by "discriminating against or targeting EU economic operators".It also gives the EU means to address …
EU agrees to implement US trade pact after Trump threats… Let's change that," EU chief Ursula von der Leyen wrote on social media. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The European Commission …
One trip, one ticket: New EU rules aim to ease train travel… The US president -- who has lambasted Europe for not backing his war against Iran -- said Thursday he had a "great call" with European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, saying they were "completely united that Iran can never have a nuclear weapon." .std-banner-wrap { max-wid …
US and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truce… FSE filed a lawsuit with the European Commission in March targeting FIFA over "excessive ticket prices" for the tournament. …
Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices… FSE filed a lawsuit with the European Commission in March targeting FIFA over "excessive ticket prices" for the tournament.FIFA's own World Cup resale website, FIFA Marketplace, advertised four tickets to the July 19 final in New York last week at a cost of more than $2 million e …
Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices… The European Commission has said it is looking into the issue.
German fertiliser makers and farmers struggle with Iran war fallout- April 2026
… Some observers suggest he could seek a post heading an intergovernmental body such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) or European Commission. …
France's President Macron leaves future open as political curtain nears
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Iran war energy shock dents eurozone growth, drives up prices
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An energy shock from the Iran war is weighing on European growth and pushing prices higher, with eurozone activity shrinking at its sharpest rate in over two-and-a-half years in May as a surge in living costs hammered demand and pushed input price inflation to its highest in three-and-a-half years.
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Today
Iran war energy shock dents eurozone growth, drives up prices
An energy shock from the Iran war is weighing on European growth and pushing prices higher, with eurozone activity shrinking at its sharpest rate in over two-and-a-half years in May as a surge in living costs hammered demand and pushed input price inflation to its highest in three-and-a-half years.
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Yesterday
WHO: DR Congo Ebola risk high regionally, low globally
The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak declared in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo last week poses a high regional risk but remains low globally, with the virus likely having circulated for months before detection. The 17th Ebola outbreak in the DRC has caused 139 suspected deaths from around 600 probable cases, with numbers expected to increase.
21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wednesday 20 May
EU ends visa restrictions on Ethiopia over migration cooperation
The EU Council lifted restrictive visa measures on Ethiopia imposed in 2024, citing improved cooperation on identifying and returning nationals staying illegally in EU member states. The restrictions had suspended visa facilitation provisions including simplified requirements and fee waivers.
20 May 2026 · Capital News →
EU agrees to implement year-old US trade pact under Trump pressure
EU lawmakers and member states reached an agreement to implement a trade pact with the United States that was struck last July, setting levies on most European goods at 15 percent. The deal aims to meet President Trump's July 4 deadline for ratification, with Trump threatening higher tariffs if implementation does not proceed.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Thursday 14 May
EU forces railways to sell rivals' tickets on websites
The European Commission has unveiled new rules requiring railway companies to sell competitors' tickets on their websites and share data with booking platforms, aiming to make multi-country train journeys seamless and comparable in a single booking.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Friday 8 May
US and Iran exchange fire despite ceasefire in place since April
US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran initiated April 8 remained in effect despite an Iranian attack on three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz and subsequent US strikes on Iranian military targets in response. The UAE reported its air defences were engaging Iranian missile and drone attacks, while Iran accused the US of violating the truce by attacking ships.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
Wednesday 6 May
FIFA president defends high World Cup ticket prices
FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Tuesday, saying the football governing body was obliged to take advantage of US laws allowing ticket resales. Infantino's remarks came as fan organizations including Football Supporters Europe have criticized the pricing as "extortionate," and tickets on FIFA's resale website have been advertised for millions of dollars.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president defends World Cup ticket resale prices
FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices, saying FIFA was obliged to allow resale under US law, while insisting that advertised resale prices of millions of dollars do not reflect actual cost or demand. Fan organisations have criticized the pricing as "extortionate," with some tickets on FIFA's resale website advertised at over $2 million each.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 3 May
German fertiliser producer steps up as Iran crisis disrupts global supplies
With Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupting global fertiliser supplies, a German chemical plant in Wittenberg is helping meet shortfalls; a third of the world's fertilisers normally pass through the strait, and the WTO warns the blockade threatens food security in Africa and South Asia.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Friday 24 April
Macron says he will quit politics after 2027 term ends
With one year left in his second five-year term, French President Emmanuel Macron has said he will leave politics in 2027, though observers speculate he may pursue roles in intergovernmental bodies or return to politics at a future presidential election. He is focusing on his international profile and legacy while potential successors distance themselves from his historically unpopular leadership.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Norway plans bill to ban social media for under-16s
Norway will present legislation this year to prohibit social networks for users under 16, making technology companies responsible for age verification. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said the measure aims to protect children's digital lives and preserve childhood from algorithmic and screen-based takeover.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →