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Israel has secretly approved 34 new settlements on the occupied West Bank in early April, according to Israeli media and the organization Peace Now. Ten of them are existing outposts now being legalized. Sweden and other EU countries condemn the move as a violation of international law.

April 09, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

The EU has delayed its proposal for a complete ban on oil imports from Russia. The move comes amid a sudden loss of political support due to the Iran war, even though the draft is already prepared. The regulation was set to apply to all member states, including Hungary and Slovakia.

An anti-abortion banner has been hung in Strasbourg, prompting strong reactions from MP Annika Strandhäll (S). She views it as an attack on women's rights and links it to the Sweden Democrats' policies in Europe. The party denies any involvement in the initiative.

February 11, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Ukraine plans to use EU support to purchase the Swedish Gripen fighter jet. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated this after meeting his Ukrainian counterpart Mykhailo Fedorov at the EU defense ministers' meeting.

European Parliament member Jonas Sjöstedt (V) is closing his X account with over 135,600 followers as a protest against owner Elon Musk. He believes the platform has become increasingly right-wing extreme and permits harmful content. Sjöstedt calls on the EU to investigate X and Meta for their role in polarization.

January 28, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Amazon representatives have returned to the EU Parliament for the first hearing since the escalated dispute. The session highlights the ongoing incompatibilities between the company, unions, and politics. Parliamentarians express doubts about the corporation's statements on working conditions.