EU fights anti-Ukraine propaganda ahead of vote
Prague: As the European parliamentary elections in June move ever closer, experts warn that pro-Russian players are flooding social media...
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Armenia is considering seeking EU membership, foreign minister says
Armenia is considering applying for European Union membership, foreign minister Ararat Mirzoyan said on Friday, as it seeks to forge...
The €136bn price tag on Ukraine’s path to joining the EU
Ukraine's aspirations for EU membership face a daunting economic reality. New research puts the cost of the country joining the...
KCEU’s Chair Ali Raza Syed condemns fake cases against Kashmiri leaders Hameed Lone and Sarjan Barkati
Brussels: Chairman Kashmir Council Europe (KCEU) Ali Raza Syed has strongly condemned fabricated cases against the prominent Kashmiri leaders Abdul...
EU sees maritime aid corridor to Gaza opening this weekend amid famine fears
Cairo: The head of the European Commission said on Friday a maritime aid corridor could start operating between Cyprus and...
Anger over corruption and Portugal’s economy dominate Sunday’s general election
Lisbon: Home furnishings giant Ikea recently placed billboards in Portugal advertising a self-assembly bookcase, with a wink at the country's...
EU committed to women empowerment
Brussels: On the occasion of International Women's Day, celebrated annually on March 8, the European Union (EU) and he United...
Italy greenlights Red Sea mission: A strategic response to protect European commerce
Rome The Italian Parliament approved three new major international missions: Levante, Eunavfor Aspides and Euam Ukraine. The approval of these...
Ninth Round of Pakistan-EU Political Dialogue
Celina Ali Islamabad: The ninth round of Pakistan-European Union Political Dialogue was held Wednesday in Islamabad. Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus...
Portugal braces for snap election as far right advances
Lisbon: Viana do Castelo, Portugal – It’s been nearly three months since Portugal’s hard-right party, Chega, held its annual congress...
Greece to introduce Lenten Basket as of March 13
Athens: The Lenten Basket – with lower prices of goods consumed during the period of Lent – will be available...
EU launches call for proposals worth 3 million EUR to promote HR in Pakistan
Celina Ali Islamabad:The delegation of the European Union (EU) to Pakistan has launched a call for proposals worth EUR 3...
EU backs net-zero Portugal
Lisbon: The European Commission has approved a EUR 350 million scheme to support the transition towards a net-zero economy in...
Greece proposes voluntary female conscription to bolster armed forces amid defense reforms
Athens: Greece is on the brink of a significant military reform, with Defense Minister Nikos Dendias recently announcing plans for...
Greece records hottest ever winter, raising fears of summer fires
Athens: This winter was the hottest on record for Greece, according to data analysed by Greek scientists, threatening the viability...
Renewables cover 88% of Portugal’s power demand in Feb
Lisbon: National grid operator Redes Energeticas Nacionais (REN) said today that renewable energy plants in Portugal covered 88% of the...
EU slaps Apple with €1.8 billion fine for music streaming restrictions
Brussels: The EU on Monday hit Apple with a 1.8 billion-euro-fine ($1.9 billion) for violating the bloc's laws by preventing...
Italy seeks swift EU antitrust ruling on ITA-Lufthansa, minister says
Ortucchio: Italy expects the European Commission to reach a quick decision in favour of Lufthansa's (LHAG.DE), opens new tab bid...
International universities eye Greece amid constitutional debate
Athens: Ten prestigious international universities have expressed keen interest in establishing branches in Greece, according to Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis...
When will Renfe start operations in Portugal?
Lisbon: Information is hard to come by, but rumours are not. Apparently, Renfe has allocated €15 million to adapt and...
EU to pay UN Palestinian agency 50 mln euros but hold back some funds
Brussels: The European Commission will pay €50 million ($54 million) to beleaguered UN Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) but hold back...
Greece introduces Online Postal Voting Platform: Over 11,000 applications in first week
Athens: In a landmark move aimed at facilitating voters’ rights, Greece has launched an online platform for postal voting registration....
Portugal’s main parties aim to reassure voters ahead of election
Lisbon: A Socialist campaign flyer distributed in the capital area tried to strike a balance between talking of “more action”...
Tsipras says he never contemplated leaving EU or euro
Brussels: Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras has said he never contemplated taking Greece out of the European Union or dropping...
Greece: Migrant arrivals increase despite deportations, pushbacks
Athens: Greek authorities have noted a “sharp increase” in arrivals on the Greek islands. On 28 February, the Alarm Phone...
Portugal among EU countries with lowest voter turnout for government elections
Lisbon: In the 2019 and 2022 legislative elections, five in ten Portuguese voters did not go to the polls, and...
Cultural investments flourish in Greece: €453M Ignites €1.56B economic boost, study finds
Athens: Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni recently shed light on the substantial economic impact of cultural investments in Greece, underscoring...
EU and World Bank create new facility to strengthen capacity of civil protection in Europe
Brussels: With initial funding of €6 million in 2024, the EU will help civil protection authorities of EU Member States,...
Ukraine will be on back foot in war for months, says UK armed forces chief
London: Ukraine is expected to remain short of ammunition and on the back foot in its war with Russia for...
Dementia was rare in ancient Greece, new study finds
Athens: A new analysis of classical medical texts suggests dementia was extremely rare in ancient Greece and Rome 2,000 to...
