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EASA narrows warning to airlines over flying in Persian Gulf airspace amid renewed US-Iran strikes
EASA also extended its recommendations that airlines not operate in the airspace of Iran, Iraq and Lebanon until the end of September.
Iceland rejects EU membership plan in referendum, after almost all votes were counted
Iceland votes on whether to start EU membership talks, results too close to call
Israel hits back at 15 countries, EU over criticism of UNRWA compound seizure
Ben-Gvir banned from France, French FM Barrot says, demanding sanctions against far-right minister
"As of this day, Itamar Ben-Gvir is banned from accessing French territory," said French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, as he demanded EU sanctions against the far-right minister.
Ukraine's Zelensky says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'
"We are defending Europe – fully, not partially, and not with half-measures," said Zelensky. "Ukraine deserves a fair approach and equal rights within Europe."
Czech FM vows to block EU sanctions against Israel after meeting with FM Sa'ar
“The Czech Republic will stand by Israel from this moment on, we will not allow any more trade sanctions, even if we have to block it as a single country,” Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka stated.
Europe, Israel should launch commission with Trump’s help - opinion
President Trump ended eight conflicts, and the EU should ask him to lead a Truth and Reconciliation Commission that would halt the over 2,000-year-old European-Israeli conflict.
Europol intercepts tens-of-thousands of incidents tied to IRGC-related terrorist content
The IRGC, designated a terrorist group by the EU in February, had created an online presence to spread propaganda, recruit supporters, and raise funds.
Turkey’s strategy for long-term dominance in the Middle East - opinion
After Assad’s fall, Turkey is quietly building a new sphere of influence across Syria.
Russia's parliament passes bill giving Putin more power to invade foreign countries
A bill proposed by Russia's Duma would let the Kremlin send troops abroad to “protect” Russian citizens who are facing arrest, detention, or any other form of perceived persecution.
Israel just united Europe together to oppose settler violence - opinion
Europe remains Israel’s largest trading partner and one of its most important scientific and cultural partners. Alienating Europe carries tangible costs.
Delegitimization in action: EU’s distorted narrative on settler violence - comment
Europe can criticize Israel, just as Israel can criticize Europe. But when that criticism crosses the line into moral distortion, it loses credibility.
EU aviation agency extends its recommendation against flying to Israel, Gulf states
The EASA cited risks of "ongoing military activity" in the region, recommending a halt on flights to Israel and the Middle East and Persian Gulf region as a whole.
