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EU to "swiftly" propose fresh sanctions over Iran crackdown, says von der
Updated : 2 months ago IST
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen stated the EU will swiftly propose more sanctions over Iran's protest crackdown. As unrest continues, Reza Pahlavi urged US action while Trump threatened tough measures. Iran has extended internet restrictions, and UN rights chief Volker Turk condemned violen
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"Rising number of casualties in Iran is horrifying": EU chief von der Leye
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Around 2,000 people have been killed in protests against Iran's regime, The Times of Israel reported, citing Reuters, quoting an Iranian official who blamed "terrorists" for the deaths of civilians and security personnel.
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Europe stands fully behind Iranians demanding freedom: EU chief
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Sharing a post on X, von der Leyen said, "Tehran's streets, and cities around the world, echo with the footsteps of Iranian women and men demanding freedom. Freedom to speak, to gather, to travel and above all to live freely."
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Paris meeting of 'Coalition of Willing', US promises security guarantees f
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
The members of the Coalition of the Willing, Ukraine and the United States met in Paris where they stressed the commitment towards a "just and lasting peace in Ukraine" and welcomed the progress achieved between the partners, the official statement by the European Commission said on Tuesd
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Bulgaria welcomes the Euro amid celebration, concern and political tension
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
For many, the occasion symbolised Bulgaria's deeper integration into Europe. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde hailed the move as a powerful sign of unity and shared values, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described it as a milestone that would simpli
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Ireland Ambassador "hopeful" on India-EU FTA
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Ireland's Ambassador to India, Kevin Kelly, remained "hopeful" of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, stating that the meeting of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February was "very positive."
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"Dawn of a new era," says von der Leyen as EU moves toward full energy ind
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
The European Union announced it is entering a "new era" by phasing out all Russian gas and oil imports, with gas imports to stop by autumn 2027, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday.
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EU pledges continued financial aid to Ukraine, backs Russian energy import
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The EU pledged financial aid to Ukraine through 2027, approved its 19th sanctions package against Russia, and began talks to ban Russian gas and oil imports. Zelenskyy welcomed the support, while EU leaders emphasized long-term backing for Ukraine and measures to counter Russia's energy w
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European Union adopts 19th sanctions package against Russia: EU foreign po
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The 19th package of sanctions against Russia introduces a gradual phase out of imports of Russian LNG, blacklists "shadow fleet" of vessels, restricts movement of Russian diplomats. It also sanctions banks and cryptocurrencies and imposes restrictions on companies from India and China.
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"A clear signal from both sides of Atlantic": European Commission chief vo
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed a call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and praised the US sanctions on major Russian oil companies, saying the measures, alongside the EU's 19th package, signal continued transatlantic pressure on Russia over its lack of co
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European leaders back Trump's Ukraine ceasefire position
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Trump had on Sunday told reporters late Russia and Ukraine should stop fighting and resolve the "details" over territory at future talks. He proposed that battlelines be frozen where they currently stand with Russia control the occupied territory. The current front line runs thr
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EU Chief welcomes agreement on EUR 1.5 billion for European Defence Indust
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Friday the agreement on European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP), which will see EUR1.5 billion towards strengthening European defence industry and supporting Ukraine.
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