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Hungary and Slovakia in spat with Ukraine after oil pipeline bombing

In a comment on Sunday, Zelenskyy indicated that the future of the pipeline could depend on Hungary's behaviour. Budapest said Kyiv harms its sovereignty, and Slovakia warned Ukraine might be left without fuel, if the attacks continue.

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Hungary and Slovakia demand EU action after Ukraine bombs oil pipeline

Ukraine attacked the Druzhba pipeline for the third time, halting oil deliveries to Slovakia and Hungary. The European Commission has not reacted so far, but US President Donald Trump said he was very angry.

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Von der Leyen 'extremely saddened' by situation of Gaza children

The EU Commission president says she thinks the humanitarian situation in Gaza is appalling, and children have the right to protection even more than everybody else in the world.

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Security guarantees: Which countries could send troops to Ukraine

Europe is working together with the US to provide security guarantees for Ukraine in case of a possible peace deal with Russia. Part of the plan is to send a deterrent force with international soldiers.

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Budapest threatens Kyiv with electricity cut after strikes on pipeline

The tensions between the two countries escalated after Ukraine bombed the Drushba pipeline on Russian territory, effectively stopping oil deliveries to Slovakia and Hungary.

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EU, US closer to clinching trade deal text as Washington shares update

The technical details of the tariff exemptions are long overdue, but the European Commission is optimistic that the text will be finalised soon.

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Agression must never be rewarded - lead MEPs weight in ahead of Alaska

If Russia succeeds in altering Ukraine’s borders by force, no country will be safe. Borders can not be assured - 7 lead MEPs warn in a joint statement.

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EU countries issued a statement in support of Ukraine without Hungary

Hungary's PM Viktor Orbán said the EU attempts to set conditions for a meeting to which leaders of the EU were not invited. He also called for an EU-Russia summit.

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Europe frozen out as US and Russia prepare for Alaska talks

Until Europe can defend itself, it's not likely to be invited to a great power dialogue, experts have told Euronews.

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Landmark EU media law enters into force to protect journalism

According to the EU, media freedom is a cornerstone of democracy and therefore needs protection in all member states.

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Croatian MEP's wartime photo causes a stir in neighbouring Serbia

Tonino Picula's tweet commemorating Operation Storm sparked backlash in Serbia, with calls for his removal. An Austrian MEP and his party colleague from Vienna called it a serious diplomatic misstep.

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Trial of German ex-MEP's aide thrusts spy scandal back into spotlight

German prosecutors expect new details from the hearing of the Chinese national accused of spying at the European Parliament. Euronews takes a closer look at the key actors in the scandal.

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EU Parliament censure vote leaves von der Leyen weakened

The motion of censure against Ursula von der Leyen highlights concerns over lack of transparency and accountability in her leadership, according to EU law professor Alberto Alemanno, who says "more people will ask if she is the right person for the job, regardless of the outcome."

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Ex wife hits at Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar

As the Hungarian campaign heats up, ex-justice minister Judit Varga broke her silence and ruled out coming back to public life until Péter Magyar pays for his "betrayal".

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European countries issue travel warnings for banned Budapest Pride

At least five European countries issued advice to their citizens planning to attend the event, warning that they might face a €500 fine and highlighting further security risks posed by a counter-gathering of the Hungarian far right.

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Hungarian opposition leader Magyar quizzed by European Parliament

Hungarian authorities sent three different requests to the Parliament seeking to waive the immunity of the opposition leader. Magyar claims this is a part of a political campaign against him.

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Hungary and Slovakia block the EU's fresh Russia sanction plans

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said the move was in retaliation for the Commission's RePowerEU plan, which aims to completely cut Russian energy imports.

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Only regime change will stop Iran making a nuclear weapon - expert

Jacob Kirkegaard told Euronews that despite the American strikes, Iran might still be capable of a nuclear program. He added that many European countries are quietly cheering for the operation, which also weakens Russia.

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Nuclear watchdog calls for crisis meeting over US attacks on Iran

Iran claims no nuclear leakage detected so far at the sites attacked by the US: On Friday, before the latest bombings, Director General Rafael Grossi said radioactive release could endanger the public in Iran.

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Council of Europe alarmed by free speech curbs in Germany

The Council of Europe’s Human Rights Commissioner has raised concerns that German authorities have curtailed the use of Arabic language and cultural symbols during Gaza protests and have allegedly used excessive force against demonstrators.

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