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EU Summit: Merz Objects to Larger EU Budget, Leaders Discuss Ukraine and Global Challenges

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Politique·16 sa önceRésumé IA

EU Summit: Merz Objects to Larger EU Budget, Leaders Discuss Ukraine and Global Challenges

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the European Commission's proposed long-term budget (2028-2034) as "far too high" and called for a new proposal. EU leaders in Brussels also discussed support for Ukraine, including military aid and fast-track membership, and global economic challenges, agreeing to extend sanctions on Russia for 12 months.

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Ireland faces tough EU budget talks as presidency begins

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Politique·2 g önceRésumé IA

Ireland faces tough EU budget talks as presidency begins

Ireland takes over the EU Council presidency with the difficult task of negotiating the bloc's next seven-year budget. Wealthier nations rejected a recent proposal for modest cuts, increasing pressure on Ireland to broker a deal amid competing demands from member states.

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Germany Urges EU Budget Deal by Year-End Amid French Far-Right Threat

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Politique·3 g önceRésumé IA

Germany Urges EU Budget Deal by Year-End Amid French Far-Right Threat

Germany is pushing EU members to finalize the bloc's long-term budget by year-end, citing threats from French far-right leader Jordan Bardella to halve France's contribution if he gains power in 2027. Bardella's stance has alarmed centrists and prompted warnings from ECB President Christine Lagarde.

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France's Far-Right Leader Bardella Vows to Remake EU, Cut Budget Contributions

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Politique·5 g önceRésumé IA

France's Far-Right Leader Bardella Vows to Remake EU, Cut Budget Contributions

Jordan Bardella, French presidential front-runner, plans to challenge the EU's budget and cut France's contributions. While softening NATO stance, he aims to fundamentally reshape the EU, warning against its "outdated" principles and seeking alliances with nationalist governments.

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Germany Criticizes Cyprus's EU Budget Cut Proposal

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Politique·13.06.2026Résumé IA

Germany Criticizes Cyprus's EU Budget Cut Proposal

Germany has strongly criticized a Cypriot proposal to cut the EU's long-term budget, calling it "unaffordable" and "unbalanced." Berlin advocates for significant cuts across all areas, prioritizing defense and competitiveness, while Cyprus, holding the Council presidency, proposed a 2% reduction.

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Cyprus to Reject German Demands to Slash EU Budget

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Politique·01.06.2026Résumé IA

Cyprus to Reject German Demands to Slash EU Budget

Cyprus, holding the EU Council presidency, is set to reject Germany's demands for significant cuts to the bloc's next seven-year budget. Nicosia plans to unveil new figures by June 10, resisting pressure from wealthier nations to reduce spending on farmers and poorer regions, a move favored by Southern and Eastern European countries.

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ACTU

11.05.2026

France opposes fast-tracking EU budget deal by year-end

Europe Minister Benjamin Haddad pushed back against calls to finalize negotiations before the French presidential elections in 2027.

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Von der Leyen Calls for New EU Taxes to Fund Long-Term Budget

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Business·29.04.2026Résumé IA

Von der Leyen Calls for New EU Taxes to Fund Long-Term Budget

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is pushing for new EU-level taxes to fund the 2028-2034 budget, aiming to cover Covid-19 debt repayments and maintain spending without increasing national contributions.

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EU Budget Battle, Legislative Efficiency Push, Age Verification App Issues, and Sunday Shopping Debate

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Politique·28.04.2026Résumé IA

EU Budget Battle, Legislative Efficiency Push, Age Verification App Issues, and Sunday Shopping Debate

Podcast discusses upcoming European Parliament vote on EU's next long-term budget with lawmakers pushing for increased funding amid country opposition. The College of Commissioners meets in Strasbourg to discuss legislative drafting efficiency, with critics warning of weakened safeguards. The Commission's new age verification app to protect minors from adult content faces rollout issues. Listener reactions to Sunday shopping debate in Brussels are heated.

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MEPs eye hefty EU budget increase for health

ACTU

24.04.2026

MEPs eye hefty EU budget increase for health

The health committee wants dedicated funding for public health programs, as well as for pharma, digital and military health — but it only has limited influence.

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5 things to watch out for at EU’s crisis summit

ACTU

23.04.2026

5 things to watch out for at EU’s crisis summit

Leaders are jetting in to Cyprus. They won't be partying, but discussing the Middle East and the EU budget.

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Costa steps up pressure to break EU budget deadlock

ACTU

22.04.2026

Costa steps up pressure to break EU budget deadlock

The European Council president wants to use a narrow window of opportunity to strike a deal by the end of 2026.

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