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The EU must purchase US oil and gas to avoid tariffs, according to Trump.

Trump's trade stance may impact economic growth in Europe.

Concerns over Trump's expansionist ambitions alarm European leaders, signaling potential threats to democracy and sovereignty.

The EU is urged to enforce the Digital Services Act against Elon Musk's political influence via social media.

Meta's removal of CrowdTangle raises transparency concerns amid scrutiny from the EU regarding disinformation tracking ahead of elections.

The EU ordered TikTok to freeze data linked to Romanian elections amid concerns of potential interference.

Meta's discontinuation of the CrowdTangle tool raises serious concerns about election and disinformation monitoring ahead of EU elections.

EU scrutiny of Temu has increased due to compliance concerns related to the Digital Services Act, particularly regarding illegal goods and user protection.

China's involvement in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and EU actions regarding Hungary's pro-Russia stance.

The EU aims to provide $45 billion in loans to support Ukraine, amid financial challenges and reliance on international aid.

Zelenskyy seeks urgent NATO invitation for Ukraine to expedite peace and deter Russia.

EU to use profits from seized Russian assets to fund Ukraine's military.

Russia strikes targets in Kharkiv, US allows Ukraine to use US-supplied weapons near the border with Kharkiv region, EU imposes tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus.

The halt of Russian gas supplies marks the end of its dominance in the EU energy market and risks an energy crisis in Europe.

The decision to allow unrestricted access for eastern European workers in the UK raised concerns and contributed to significant immigration impacts and Brexit sentiment.

EU ministers rejected Switzerland's proposal to limit immigration in bilateral agreements, impacting negotiations aimed at stabilizing EU-Swiss relations.

Trump threatens the EU with tariffs unless they increase imports of US oil and gas.

Pakistan risks losing preferential trade status with the EU due to military court sentencing of civilians, threatening exports by over 20%.

China's Commerce Ministry is taking a strong stance against the EU's new tariffs on electric vehicles, promising to protect its firms.

China has imposed tariffs on EU brandy imports amid rising trade tensions over electric vehicle tariffs.

The tariffs could result in significant market impacts for European manufacturers.

EU leaders remain determined to negotiate while balancing local interests against trade relations with China.

Zelenskyy seeks increased military aid and deeper Western weapon use to support Ukraine's 'victory plan' during talks with EU and NATO.

Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a united European and American front in supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Romania is experiencing significant unrest due to the rise of extreme right-wing politics, triggered by the presidential election results.

EU leaders aim to enhance defense capabilities but face challenges in agreeing on financing mechanisms.

Growing defense spending is crucial for addressing security threats, particularly from Russia.

The EU-Mercosur agreement could create the world's largest free trade zone, pending ratification amidst environmental and sustainability concerns.

The EU and Mercosur have finally reached a free trade agreement after over 20 years of talks, facing potential backlash from some EU nations.

The EU's trade deal with Mercosur, years in the making, raises significant concerns among Irish farmers regarding sustainability and potential impacts.

The EU-Mercosur agreement faces challenges amid French opposition, despite efforts to finalize a pivotal trade deal.

The Mercosur trade deal is contentious in France, with farmers protesting despite claims that import increases will not harm EU agricultural sectors significantly.

The EU-Mercosur trade agreement represents a significant potential trade partnership, facing delays due to environmental and political disagreements.

The EU has launched the IRIS² satellite constellation to enhance connectivity, security, and strategic autonomy across Europe by 2030.

The Iris² project is strategically important for the EU, involving increased funding and a partnership with an industrial consortium.

Shopify Tax simplifies VAT compliance for merchants in the EU and UK, enabling easier cross-border sales growth.

British travellers currently do not need a visa for short stays in the EU, but an ETIAS system will be introduced in mid-2025.

The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will require biometric data from travelers starting November 10.

The EU's Entry/Exit System enhances border security by requiring digital recording of non-EU nationals' entries and exits.

A phased rollout allows member states time to implement the new system as complications arise in border management.

The EU may allow Chinese access to subsidies if they transfer technology and IP to European firms before new grants for battery production.

China files a complaint with the WTO against the EU's increased EV tariffs, citing trade protectionism and urging corrective measures.

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen leads initiative to support Europe's car industry amid significant challenges, emphasizing the need for collaboration and innovation.

China's anti-subsidy probe on EU dairy imports escalates amid tensions over EU tariffs on Chinese EV imports.

EU talks with China on EV tariffs unlikely to succeed this month due to complex negotiations surrounding minimum sales price stipulations.

China retaliates against EU tariffs by imposing taxes on European brandy imports, highlighting tensions in trade relations.

Josep Borrell condemned the Israeli army's actions against UNIFIL and advocated for sanctions against Israeli officials.

Ukraine placed Lukoil on sanctions list affecting Russian oil delivery via Ukraine to some EU countries.

Czech Republic hosts over 25% of Russian-linked firms in the EU despite political tensions.

EPO rejects Russian patent requests due to EU sanctions; CNCF launches patent troll bounty; Sweden trademarks its name to prevent tourist confusion.

Meta is facing a potential fine in the EU for alleged anti-competitive practices in classified advertising.

The EU fined Meta €797.72 million for antitrust violations related to Facebook Marketplace's integration with Facebook accounts.

Meta received a €800 million fine from the EU for antitrust violations related to Facebook Marketplace's automatic access.

Meta is reducing its ad-free subscription price by 40% in the EU.

Users can choose to see less personalized ads for free on Facebook and Instagram.

Meta acknowledges the preference for personalized ads despite the new offerings.

The EU has accused Apple of violating anti-geoblocking rules by discriminating against consumers based on their country of residence.

Tim Cook expressed concerns to Trump about large EU fines imposed on Apple which he described as politically motivated.

Apple faces a class-action lawsuit in Europe for allegedly causing music streaming prices to rise by charging a 30% App Store fee.

The EU aggressively targets big tech companies, especially American firms, with significant fines for antitrust issues.

Apple is set to face the first fine under the EU's Digital Markets Act for its App Store practices.

Avoiding a general conflagration in the Middle East is the priority at the EU-Gulf summit in Brussels.

The EU and Gulf nations are seeking to strengthen economic ties amidst geopolitical tensions, but outcomes of their inaugural summit may be limited.

EU and Gulf leaders seek closer cooperation amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.

EU pays 150m to Tunisia despite human rights concerns, with no mechanism for fund retrieval linked to abuses.

The EU's credibility is challenged by the political situation in Tunisia amid migration management concerns.

The EU's invitation to Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman has sparked outrage, highlighting tensions between economic interests and human rights accountability.

EU foreign ministers convene in Brussels instead of Budapest to express displeasure over Hungary's independent diplomacy.

Hungarian PM Orban faced a protest during a news conference, accusing him of compromising national interests for foreign powers.

Hungary's leadership in EU rule of law discussions is controversial given its ongoing democratic violations and EU penalties.

Google's 2017 antitrust fine imposed by the EU will stand, following the closure of its appeals against the ruling.

Google successfully appealed a €1.5 billion fine from the EU, leading to scrutiny of competition assessments and the effectiveness of EU antitrust actions.

Google has officially lost its appeal against a €2.42 billion fine imposed by EU regulators for anti-competitive practices. The fine will not change. It solidifies the EU's position on tech competition.

Google has successfully annulled a €1.49bn fine from the EU for abusing market dominance in search advertising.