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EU preliminarily finds Meta violating content rules under DSA

The European Commission has accused Meta of breaching the Digital Services Act by complicating user reports of illegal content on Facebook and Instagram. The preliminary decision highlights issues with reporting mechanisms and appeal processes. It also flags similar data access problems for Meta and TikTok.

EU Discusses New Sanctions Regime

September 15, 2025 Reported by AI

The European Commission proposes a new sanctions regime targeting organized crime and foreign threats. This follows recent security incidents. Member states will vote on the proposal soon.

New eu quotas for baltic herring fishing may cause stock collapse

After tough negotiations, eu fisheries ministers have agreed on new fishing quotas for the baltic sea. The decision sets quotas at higher levels than proposed by the eu commission and could lead to the collapse of the stock in the gulf of bothnia, according to the council's own background material. The council thereby overrules the commission and sweden in the final talks.

EU Advances Military Spending Plans

September 15, 2025 Reported by AI

The European Union has approved a record military spending budget for 2026, focusing on defense enhancements amid rising tensions in Eastern Europe. This decision follows recent incidents involving Russian drones in Polish airspace. Officials emphasize the need for unified defense strategies.

Eu commission sues sweden over renewable energy breach

October 09, 2025 Reported by AI

The eu commission is taking sweden to court for failing to fully implement new rules on simpler permits for renewable energy. The directive, effective since 2023, was due to be transposed into swedish law by july 2024. Sweden now faces potential fines if ruled against.

EU countries deadlock on chat control – decision postponed again

October 09, 2025 Reported by AI

EU countries remain divided over the controversial chat control law, which involves monitoring digital messages. On Wednesday evening, the decision was postponed once more. The proposal is viewed as a way to track child pornography but criticized as mass surveillance.

EU Allocates Funds for Ukraine Aid

September 15, 2025 Reported by AI

The European Union has allocated €1 billion for weapon supplies to Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts. This funding supports military readiness. Discussions on further aid are scheduled for upcoming meetings.

EU Unveils Tech and Clean Energy Investments

The European Union announced major investments in technology and clean energy sectors to promote strategic autonomy. This includes funding for AI, quantum computing, and a €1.8 billion battery booster fund.

Hungary Challenges EU Veto Override

September 15, 2025 Reported by AI

Hungary has formally protested the EU's decision to ignore its veto on a key policy, citing violations of unanimous decision-making principles. The dispute centers on foreign policy matters. EU officials defend the action as necessary for unity.