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European Union: Supranational political and economic union
The European Union (EU) is a supranational political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe. The union has a total area of 4,233,255 km2 (1,634,469 sq mi) and an estimated total population of over 449 million. The EU is often described as a sui generis political entity combining the characteristics of both a federation and a confederation.

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World War III Soon? Szijjarto Mocks Brussels' ‘War Prep’ As EU Urges Citizens To Stockpile Food [Video]

World War III Soon? Szijjarto Mocks Brussels' ‘War Prep’ As EU Urges Citizens To Stockpile Food

World War III Soon? Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has sounded the alarm, accusing Brussels of secretly preparing for war while hiding behind a "failed pro-war policy." His remarks come..

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Big Pharma versus the EU: who should pay for urban wastewater treatment? [Video]

Big Pharma versus the EU: who should pay for urban wastewater treatment?

Big Pharma versus the EU: who should pay for urban wastewater treatment? The pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries have gone to the EU's court to challenge a directive that requires them to..

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French President Emmanuel Macron announces plan for 'reassurance force' in Ukraine [Video]

French President Emmanuel Macron announces plan for 'reassurance force' in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron announces plan for 'reassurance force' in Ukraine Leaders from nearly 30 countries and NATO and EU chiefs met in the French capital to discuss bolstering aid to Kyiv..

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‘Putin, Stop Your Games’: Starmer, Zelensky Warn Russia, EU’s FULL SUPPORT to Ukraine Against Putin [Video]

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‘Putin, Stop Your Games’: Starmer has issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to cease his aggressive actions. In a high-stakes meeting, Starmer assured Ukrainian..

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How can the EU guarantee access to affordable housing across the bloc? [Video]

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How can the EU guarantee access to affordable housing across the bloc? The European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, has called for more investment and 'less red tape.' READ..

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Which EU countries rank best in the world for women's health? [Video]

Which EU countries rank best in the world for women's health?

Which EU countries rank best in the world for women's health? In 12 EU countries, women's satisfaction with the quality of care has decreased, with Greece reporting the lowest score at 32%. READ..

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EU Prepares for War: Officials Warn Citizens to ‘Stockpile Food’ | Ukraine Conflict Escalates [Video]

EU Prepares for War: Officials Warn Citizens to ‘Stockpile Food’ | Ukraine Conflict Escalates

The European Union has urged its 450 million citizens to stockpile at least 72 hours’ worth of essential supplies amid growing fears of war, cyberattacks, and disasters. EU Prepares for War? EU..

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From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers? [Video]

From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers?

From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers? A new study reveals alarming data on the state of driving in Latvia, Austria, and Greece. READ MORE :..

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From the Red Sea to Amman: Jordan's major desalination project to reach water resilience [Video]

From the Red Sea to Amman: Jordan's major desalination project to reach water resilience

The Road to Green takes you to Jordan, where the European Union, the European Investment Bank and development agencies are playing a crucial role in supporting one of the most water-deprived countries..

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Desalination and water reuse: The EU and Jordan join forces to tackle water scarcity [Video]

Desalination and water reuse: The EU and Jordan join forces to tackle water scarcity

With half of the world's population already facing water scarcity, countries are joining forces to tackle the global crisis. We visited Jordan and Cyprus, two countries facing water challenges, where..

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EU not ready for Eurobonds to boost defence spending, says Commissioner Kubilius [Video]

EU not ready for Eurobonds to boost defence spending, says Commissioner Kubilius

EU not ready for Eurobonds to boost defence spending, says Commissioner Kubilius The EU executive proposed in early March a five-point plan to rearm and reach defence readiness by 2030. In an..

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Will deportation hubs help speed up migrant returns? [Video]

Will deportation hubs help speed up migrant returns?

The Common European System for Returns aims to speed up deportation of asylum seekers who aren't permitted to stay in the European Union. In an unexpected move, it also opens the possibility to build..

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EU-Central Asia cooperation expands as Commissioner Síkela’s visit seals major deals [Video]

EU-Central Asia cooperation expands as Commissioner Síkela’s visit seals major deals

EU-Central Asia cooperation expands as Commissioner Síkela’s visit seals major deals European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela visited Central Asian countries to advance..

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As EU defence spending surges, would Brits support the creation of a European army? [Video]

As EU defence spending surges, would Brits support the creation of a European army?

As EU defence spending surges, would Brits support the creation of a European army? Almost half of Brits would support the creation of a European army that included the UK, apart from Reform UK..

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Interview: The project helping young former inmates find jobs in the blue economy [Video]

Interview: The project helping young former inmates find jobs in the blue economy

Europe’s marine sector needs workers, while young former inmates need jobs. “Turning Blue,” an EU-funded project, aims to offer young offenders a new life at sea while helping fill crucial..

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Eurobarometer survey: Europeans still prioritise security and defence investment [Video]

Eurobarometer survey: Europeans still prioritise security and defence investment

Eurobarometer survey: Europeans still prioritise security and defence investment Citizens are also demanding greater competitiveness from the EU, as well as the strengthening of the economy and..

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Israel says it intercepted missile launched from Yemen as EU opposes resumption of Gaza war [Video]

Israel says it intercepted missile launched from Yemen as EU opposes resumption of Gaza war

Israel says it intercepted missile launched from Yemen as EU opposes resumption of Gaza war The foiled attack came as the European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas paid a visit to Israel and..

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Brussels questions arrest of Istanbul mayor, without condemning it [Video]

Brussels questions arrest of Istanbul mayor, without condemning it

Brussels questions arrest of Istanbul mayor, without condemning it The mass protests triggered by Ekrem İmamoğlu's arrest come as the EU tries to deepen its engagement with Turkey over Syria and..

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EU foreign policy chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire amid escalation [Video]

EU foreign policy chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire amid escalation

EU foreign policy chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire amid escalation Kaja Kallas of the EU highlighted the "dangerous escalation" in Gaza following the resumption of fighting, stressing the..

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EU's top diplomat to visit Israel to raise questions after Gaza returns to war [Video]

EU's top diplomat to visit Israel to raise questions after Gaza returns to war

EU's top diplomat to visit Israel to raise questions after Gaza returns to war The European Union’s top diplomat on Sunday announced plans to visit Israel and raise questions about the return to..

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Orban Slams EU's Ukraine Aid Plan, Calls Promises 'Unrealistic' and 'Empty' [Video]

Orban Slams EU's Ukraine Aid Plan, Calls Promises 'Unrealistic' and 'Empty'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has criticized the European Union's financial support plan for Ukraine, calling it unrealistic and filled with "empty promises." Following a heated EU leaders'..

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Who are the EU’s top iron and steel trade partners? [Video]

Who are the EU’s top iron and steel trade partners?

Who are the EU’s top iron and steel trade partners? Turkey and the US are the biggest export partners. READ MORE :..

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Hungary Blocks EU Military Aid To Ukraine, Refuses To Support Pro-War Stance Amid On-going Conflict [Video]

Hungary Blocks EU Military Aid To Ukraine, Refuses To Support Pro-War Stance Amid On-going Conflict

Hungary blocks EU military aid to Ukraine, refusing to back a joint declaration supporting more arms for Kyiv. Prime Minister Viktor Orban opposed the “pro-war” stance, forcing EU leaders to bypass..

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Russia is the 'first to be interested' in having Europe in peace talks - Barroso [Video]

Russia is the 'first to be interested' in having Europe in peace talks - Barroso

Russia is the 'first to be interested' in having Europe in peace talks - Barroso The former president of the European Commission tells Euronews the EU's wide-ranging sanctions on Moscow inevitably..

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Kaja Kallas' €40-billion plan for Ukraine flounders at EU summit [Video]

Kaja Kallas' €40-billion plan for Ukraine flounders at EU summit

Kaja Kallas' €40-billion plan for Ukraine flounders at EU summit After a summit in Brussels, EU leaders did not endorse the target to mobilise €5 billion to procure 2 million ammunition rounds..

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