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Former European Commissioner Thierry Breton believes that France will be weaker in Brussels after his departure and that giving too much power to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is a danger to Europe.

Breton slams ’empress’ von der Leyen’s power grab and France’s loss of influence in EU
Breton slams ’empress’ von der Leyen’s power grab and France’s loss of influence in EU

Outgoing French commissioner tells Le Monde that France has lost power in the new European Commission setup.

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Critics argue Brussels Airport causes excessive noise pollution, while also chafing against Flemish oversight of a nuisance affecting the Francophone capital.

Franco-Flemish divide dogs Brussels Airport debate
Franco-Flemish divide dogs Brussels Airport debate

Critics argue Brussels Airport causes excessive noise pollution, while also chafing against Flemish oversight of a nuisance affecting the Francophone capital.

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The Israeli military continued airstrikes against Lebanon early Sunday, a day after the Hezbollah militant group confirmed the killing of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, as fears deepened of a wider conflict in the region.

Israel continues strikes in Lebanon as fears grow of broader conflict
Israel continues strikes in Lebanon as fears grow of broader conflict

Israeli fighter jets struck “dozens” of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon Sunday morning, the Israel Defense Forces said.

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Today’s tourists may be shocked to discover just how recently some of their favorite selfie spots were glorified parking lots.

In pictures: Europe’s car-free plazas reclaim their former glory
In pictures: Europe’s car-free plazas reclaim their former glory

Why are we so comfortable filling our most iconic public spaces with a bunch of metal boxes?

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The stakes are enormous for the three-time presidential candidate Marine Le Pen. If found guilty, she could face a maximum sentence of 10 years behind bars and a fine of as high as €1 million.

Marine Le Pen is on trial. A guilty verdict could doom her presidential ambitions.
Marine Le Pen is on trial. A guilty verdict could doom her presidential ambitions.

The French far right wants to make the best out of a complicated situation during a trial which could potentially bar Le Pen from running for president in 2027.

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Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson considered sending troops to the Netherlands to seize a supply of five million doses of Covid vaccines held in Leiden, according to an excerpt of his forthcoming memoirs.

Boris Johnson: UK considered military raid to seize Dutch Covid jabs
Boris Johnson: UK considered military raid to seize Dutch Covid jabs

The plan was ultimately abandoned because invading a NATO ally would be “nuts,” former prime minister says in excerpt of memoirs.

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government is preparing a new clampdown on NGOs involved in migrant rescues at sea, with fines of up to €10,000 for breaching the rules.

Italy prepares new crackdown on migrant rescue efforts
Italy prepares new crackdown on migrant rescue efforts

New legislation targets planes working with NGO vessels.

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The Netherlands relies on dense urban development and a variety of transport options to move workers across the country. Can other countries adopt the Dutch commute?

Bikes, trams and trains: Can other countries adopt the Dutch commute?
Bikes, trams and trains: Can other countries adopt the Dutch commute?

The Netherlands relies on dense urban development and a variety of transport options to move workers across the country.

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