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Italy sticks to Spain border checks as Ceuta crisis tests EU ties

Italy will keep its temporary border controls with Spain through Aug 15 despite Madrid’s threat of proportional measures linked to the Ceuta migrant surge, which saw around 72,000 arrivals and at least 100 deaths. Spain also dismantled a smuggling operation bringing about 2,000 migrants. The crisis remains politically charged in Europe, with concerns over unaccompanied minors in Ceuta and potential transfers to the mainland, prompting government aid and cross-border tensions.

via Al Jazeera|

#borders #ceuta #europe-union

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EU to release €90bn Ukraine loan in Q2 as defense push gains steam

EU economy commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said the bloc will start releasing a new €90 billion loan to Ukraine in the second quarter, underscoring continued support and sanctions pressure on Russia during IMF/World Bank meetings; he warned Moscow may profit from the Iran-related conflict. Separately, Ukraine faced a major Russian drone/missile assault that killed dozens and strained interceptors, while European leaders at the talks urged faster, larger-scale defense production and greater military output to back Kyiv.

via The Guardian|

#defense-production #eu-finance #europe-union

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Europe Unites to Foil Trump’s Greenland Gamble

Facing Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 10% tariff to pressure a Greenland purchase, Europe shifted from division to unity: preparing retaliation under the Anti-Coercion Instrument, lining up about €93 billion in measures, delaying the EU‑US trade deal, and pursuing a diplomatic off‑ramp. A framework deal and intensified talks in Davos and Brussels ultimately yielded a path to drop tariffs while safeguarding Greenland and preserving the transatlantic alliance, though a key test remains the continent’s willingness to maintain a more autonomous security posture.

via Euronews.com|

#diplomacy #europe-union #greenland