Photo by براء حبوش on Unsplash The European Union has repeated its call for a ceasefire in the Middle East conflict. It says it “fully supports” the call by the leaders of the US, Egypt and Qatar to “conclude the ceasefire and hostages and detainees release deal.” The move comes after Iran dismissed…
The Left Group in the European Parliament has decided to welcome Movimento 5 Stelle to its ranks. The Left and M5S say they have agreed to join forces with what they call “a reciprocal observer status.” A statement confirming the move said, “We are confident that we will cooperate in a constructive and productive way…
Photo by Toa Heftiba on Unsplash International airline Emirates is looking for candidates to join its multinational team of cabin crew. The Dubai-based airline is holding regular open days in Belgium, including one forthcoming session this month (20 August) in Brussels. The airline is looking for individuals who are “passionate about delivering simple…
Photo by Filippos Sdralias on Unsplash Wildfires continue to affect multiple European countries this summer. Wildfires fanned by strong winds raged in parts of Greece and the Balkans this week, burning forests and homes while forcing the evacuation of a resort town in Albania. The region has seen above-average temperatures and dry conditions…
Photo by Bermix Studio on Unsplash The EU has announced that it is taking urgent action to combat what it calls a clear cross-border health threat. The European Commission says it wants to tackle diphtheria in a timely manner. The Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) has signed a joint procurement framework contract on…
Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash A major campaign has been launched to restore Eurostar services in the south east of England to Belgium and the rest of mainland Europe. The recent election of a new government at Westminster has prompted leading figures in Kent to urge the UK Prime Minister Sir Keir…
Photo by Kazuo ota on Unsplash The European Commission is inviting applications for grant aid under an innovative culture scheme. It has launched the 3rd call for individual mobility action of the “Culture Moves Europe” mobility initiative. The project provides mobility grants to artists and cultural professionals in various fields such…
Photo by Lāsma Artmane on Unsplash To mark the European Holocaust Memorial Day for Roma and Sinti, the Roma Foundation for Europe and its network members co-hosted a series of events to commemorate the estimated 4,300 Roma and Sinti who were murdered there 80 years ago on the night of 2 August 1944. …
Photo by Diana Parkhouse on Unsplash A new survey indicates broad support among EU citizens for maintaining the ban on seal products derived from commercial hunting. The survey, which assessed public opinion on the EU Seal Trade Regulation, was published on 2 August. Its authors say it underscores the continued importance of protecting…
Photo by Iñaki del Olmo on Unsplash The EU says systematic concerns remain about the rule of law in some countries. It goes on to warn that the situation has further deteriorated. The concerns are addressed in the recommendations of this year’s Rule of Law Report. The report covers four areas: national justice systems,…
