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Brussels pivots from climate mitigation to adaptation as heatwaves expose vulnerabilities

After a brutal heatwave killed 1,300 people in western Europe, the European Commission has pledged to step up climate adaptation efforts – but part of the burden was shifted to local and regional governments.

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Leaked EU document confirms Hungarian spy ring, renews pressure on Commissioner Várhelyi

A leaked European Commission document indicates that Hungary operated a diplomatic intelligence network targeting EU staff from 2012 to 2018, reviving scrutiny of Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi and calls for his resignation.

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Newsletter: EU enlargement climbs the political agenda

Good morning, I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: An exclusive on Brussels' planned redistribution of Western Balkans funding, why enlargement dominated the opening of Ireland's EU Council presidency, and a preview of the EU budget conference kicking off in Brussels.

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My mother has died and I can mourn her. That makes me one of the fortunate

For those dying in wars from Gaza to Sudan, there is no shroud, no grave, no funeral, says Shada Islam, a Brussels-based commentator on EU affairs

The Guardian - UK

Five pressing tasks for Ireland as it takes over EU Council presidency

Ireland has kicked off its six-month presidency of the EU Council. From accession to the budget, here are the five most pressing tasks.

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EU halves duty-free steel quota but UK and other partners given better rate

Thirteen countries with a free trade agreement with Brussels have their quota reduced by just one-third

The Guardian - UK

Newsletter: EU-Turkey relations in spotlight ahead of NATO summit

Also in this newsletter: Brussels sets autumn deadline for progress on rebalancing China trade; and European Investment Bank (EIB) President Nadia Calviño speaks to Europe Today about Europe's competitiveness.

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Europe Today: Serbia heads for elections as EU-China trade tensions grow

US and Iranian delegations return to Qatar for fresh talks as Brussels and Beijing work to resolve key trade disputes. Meanwhile, Serbia prepares for early elections after President Aleksandar Vučić announced his resignation.

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For or against air conditioning? EU won't pick sides

The EU refused to be drawn into a heating political debate on the merits of air conditioning Monday, saying it was not for Brussels to micromanage how people cool their homes. Heating and cooling measures, as well as improving buildings' energy efficiency, were part of a new EU housing policy…

The Economic Times

EU sets October deadline to get 'tangible' results with China

As EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met his Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao in Brussels on Monday, he said he would travel to China this autumn. Germany’s trade Minister Katherina Reiche also met Wentao, with her ministry calling on Beijing to ensure “a level playing field".

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Donald Trump's Ambassador Bitterly Mocks Katy Perry Onstage After Safety Cancellation

Ambassador Bill White mocked Katy Perry's absence at the America250 event in Brussels, attributing her no-show to 'karma' after her festival performance was cancelled due to severe weather.

International Business Times UK

EU refuses to take side for or against air conditioning amid record-breaking heatwave

As Europe’s deadly heatwave moves east, Brussels said Monday it would not pick a side in the heated political debate for or against air conditioning.

France 24

EU, China trade tensions loom over minister visit

BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - Europe and China were seeking to gauge Monday whether trade frictions can be resolved without a fight, as top EU trade official Maros Sefcovic hosts his Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao in Brussels for day-long talks.

Bangkok Post

China, EU commerce ministers meet amid widening trade imbalance

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and his Chinese counterpart are meeting in Brussels as Europe prepares countermeasures to battle a flood of cheap imports. Also, oil prices climb after a weekend of renewed strikes between the US and Iran, and South Korea unveils a massive new investment in chip production.

France 24

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US marks 250th anniversary in Brussels with messages of transatlantic solidarity

The invitation-only event drew almost 10,000 guests, including NATO chief Mark Rutte, which also sparked some local protests over the weekend-long closure of the public park.

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Newsletter: Air-con culture war cranks up as heatwave moves east

Also in this newsletter: A flavour of last night's US Indpendence bash hosted by Ambassador Bill White, and a preview of talks taking place between EU and Chinese trade chiefs in Brussels later today.

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Brussels marks 250th anniversary of US independence with concerts, fireworks and drone show

Thousands gathered in Brussels for the US Embassy's "Freedom 250" celebration, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence with senior Belgian, US and NATO officials in attendance.

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Stars, Stripes, VIPs and Protests: Brussels hosts US Independence bash

Among those attending are Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola.

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EU energy ministers secure greater role in bloc's future power grid after rows with Brussels

The EU's Cypriot Presidency has successfully reached an agreement among EU countries that paves the way for talks between the European Parliament and the Council.

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Newsletter: Temperatures rise over sanctions against Russia

In this newsletter: Bulgaria attempts to bulldoze part of the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia, criticism mounts over the EU's hyped rule of law reports, and a baby makes an appearance at a council meeting in Luxembourg.

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Europe’s Taliban Dilemma: the struggle to return Afghan migrants

EU countries are engaging with Afghanistan’s Taliban-led regime to return irregular migrants deemed security threats or convicted of serious offences. Yet any such arrangement could carry political and diplomatic costs, requiring concessions and risking public backlash.

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Laissons Parler Les Gens: Podcast addresses issues facing young Africans online

Youssoupha acknowledged cyberbullying and harassment were part of the challenges facing young Africans today, but he urged the youth to focus on the positives.

The Independent UK

EU faces growing backlash after Taliban delegation’s visit to Brussels

Taliban spokesperson celebrates visit to Brussels as a ‘trust-building’ exercise with EU member states

The Conversation

If Europe wants to ‘go it alone’ on security, countries need to learn to sing from the same songsheet

The G7 summit at Evian from June 15 to 17 is most revealing not for what was agreed, but for what was exposed about the state of play among Europeans, and their relationship with the US. For all the choreography and displays of unity, the summit was, in large part,…

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Newsletter: Can the Recovery Conference mend a fraying partnership?

In today's newsletter: A high-level conference in Gdańsk has been plagued by no-shows from the Ukrainian government, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte unveils "Trump Trillion" charts while at the Oval Office, and a Commissioner heads to Malta to address corruption.

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