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European Union and Sweden Discuss Ukraine Support, Defence, and Climate Change
President von der Leyen welcomed Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson in Brussels, emphasizing support for Ukraine, defense cooperation, and climate action.
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European Union and Sweden Discuss Ukraine Support, Defence, and Climate Change
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Statement by the Conference of Presidents on the death of Alexei Navalny
The EU Parliament’s Conference of Presidents (President and political groups’ leaders) made the following statement on the death of Alexei Navalny.
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European Sikh Organization Condemns Use of Force Against Indian Farmers’ Protest
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European Commission Takes Formal Action Against TikTok Under Digital Services Act
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