
Macron Presses EU for Under-15 Social Media Ban After French Legal Setback
Macron is seeking an EU-wide ban on social media use by children under 15 after France’s Constitutional Council blocked a national law.

Macron is seeking an EU-wide ban on social media use by children under 15 after France’s Constitutional Council blocked a national law.

Kaja Kallas shelved an EU defense expert group after Germany and Italy objected, exposing governance tensions over Europe’s defense strategy.

Putin told Pashinyan that Armenia’s move toward EU membership would effectively mean leaving the EAEU, sharpening the country’s strategic economic choice.

The US Senate approves a broad sanctions package targeting Russian officials, energy exports, and financial networks, reinforcing transatlantic efforts amid the Ukraine crisis.

Spain labels mass migrant entry into Ceuta an attack, deploying military forces and facing social unrest while Europe reassesses border security policies.

Greece has sharply increased Schengen visa denials for Russian tourists amid EU policy changes, impacting Russian travel companies and shifting market dynamics.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul defends the International Criminal Court against U.S. claims of sovereignty threats amid a U.S. campaign targeting the tribunal’s authority.

The EU recommends withholding €2 million funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia's participation, citing conflicts with democratic values and EU sanctions.

France and Italy express concerns over the EU's proposed ban on entry for Russian combatants, fearing broad application that could affect all Russian nationals amid intensified sanctions.

The EU plans to restrict Microsoft, Google, and Amazon from public cloud tenders in strategic sectors to reduce dependence on US tech firms amid data sovereignty concerns.

The EU and Mexico have signed a comprehensive trade deal eliminating tariffs and easing trade barriers, aiming to boost exports and deepen economic ties by 2030.

Poland has signed a €44 billion EU loan agreement under the Security Action for Europe program to modernize its defense forces, despite presidential veto and political debate.

President Trump delays EU auto tariff increases until July 4, awaiting EU compliance with a major trade agreement that impacts automotive and industrial sectors.

Pussy Riot and Femen protested the Russian pavilion at Venice Biennale, demanding representation by pro-Ukrainian political prisoners amid EU sanctions and controversy.

The EU and Mercosur initiate a provisional free trade agreement, presenting growth opportunities and regulatory challenges for European industries, especially in Germany.

Hungarian PM Péter Mádjár will discuss with the EU Commission unlocking billions in frozen funds following political changes and reform commitments.

Lufthansa will cancel 20,000 flights through October 2026 to save over 40,000 tons of jet fuel amid rising energy costs and geopolitical instability affecting aviation fuel supplies.

France and Poland are jointly developing a military satellite to secure Poland's defense communications and reduce reliance on foreign satellite systems by 2030.

EU warns Serbia may lose €1.5 billion in reform funds amid concerns over judicial independence and media freedom, challenging its EU accession bid.

Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia until oil flow resumes via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, citing energy security concerns.

The EU's new biometric border system has caused multi-hour delays at airports across six countries, prompting calls from airlines and airport bodies to suspend its operation temporarily.