Quiet EU Expansion: Western Balkans Enlargement Proceeds Despite Lack of Public Debate
The European Union's eastward enlargement, including six Western Balkan nations and other countries, continues with negotiations and funding despite a notable lack of public and political discussion, contradicting the perception of Europe as a highly politicized subject.
Quiet EU Expansion: Western Balkans Enlargement Proceeds Despite Lack of Public Debate
The European Union's eastward enlargement, including six Western Balkan nations and other countries, continues with negotiations and funding despite a notable lack of public and political discussion, contradicting the perception of Europe as a highly politicized subject.
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48% Bias Score
EU Reaffirms Commitment to Ukraine Membership, Expresses Concerns about Georgia
The EU Council, on December 17th, confirmed its commitment to Ukraine, Moldova, and six Western Balkan countries' EU membership, while expressing concerns about Georgia's government actions and urging democratic reforms and alignment with EU foreign policy, particularly concerning sanctions against ...
EU Reaffirms Commitment to Ukraine Membership, Expresses Concerns about Georgia
The EU Council, on December 17th, confirmed its commitment to Ukraine, Moldova, and six Western Balkan countries' EU membership, while expressing concerns about Georgia's government actions and urging democratic reforms and alignment with EU foreign policy, particularly concerning sanctions against ...
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48% Bias Score
EU Parliament Condemns Russia's Disinformation Campaign
The European Parliament held a debate on December 17th in Strasbourg, condemning Russia's use of disinformation and historical falsification to justify its war against Ukraine, viewing it as a threat to democracy and a key element of Russia's hybrid warfare strategy.
EU Parliament Condemns Russia's Disinformation Campaign
The European Parliament held a debate on December 17th in Strasbourg, condemning Russia's use of disinformation and historical falsification to justify its war against Ukraine, viewing it as a threat to democracy and a key element of Russia's hybrid warfare strategy.
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40% Bias Score
Stellantis to Invest \$8 Billion in Italian Operations
Stellantis announced a \$2 billion investment in Italy next year and a further \$6 billion in its supply chain, increasing production at six Italian plants starting in 2026 with over a dozen new models by 2032, in response to concerns about job security after the merger of Fiat Chrysler and PSA Peug...
Stellantis to Invest \$8 Billion in Italian Operations
Stellantis announced a \$2 billion investment in Italy next year and a further \$6 billion in its supply chain, increasing production at six Italian plants starting in 2026 with over a dozen new models by 2032, in response to concerns about job security after the merger of Fiat Chrysler and PSA Peug...
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36% Bias Score
Greek Economy Projected to Grow 2.2-2.4% in 2025
Greece's State Budget Office projects 2.2-2.4% economic growth in 2025, driven by private consumption and exports, with a realistic goal of €2.5 billion annually from reduced tax evasion; Q3 2024 saw 2.4% GDP growth.
Greek Economy Projected to Grow 2.2-2.4% in 2025
Greece's State Budget Office projects 2.2-2.4% economic growth in 2025, driven by private consumption and exports, with a realistic goal of €2.5 billion annually from reduced tax evasion; Q3 2024 saw 2.4% GDP growth.
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32% Bias Score
MEPs Urge Stronger EU Defense Amid Growing Global Instability
Two EPP MEPs, Mr. Meimarakis and Mr. Halicki, call for a significant increase in EU defense spending and capabilities in a joint article published today, citing Russia and China's significant defense budget increases and warning of a potential full-scale Russian attack within five years.
MEPs Urge Stronger EU Defense Amid Growing Global Instability
Two EPP MEPs, Mr. Meimarakis and Mr. Halicki, call for a significant increase in EU defense spending and capabilities in a joint article published today, citing Russia and China's significant defense budget increases and warning of a potential full-scale Russian attack within five years.
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48% Bias Score
EU Prepares for Ukraine Peace Talks Amidst Trump's Pressure
Facing Donald Trump's incoming presidency and his pressure for a swift end to the war, the European Union is actively preparing for peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to strengthen Ukraine's position while mitigating the risks of a disadvantageous agreement. Over three years, the ...
EU Prepares for Ukraine Peace Talks Amidst Trump's Pressure
Facing Donald Trump's incoming presidency and his pressure for a swift end to the war, the European Union is actively preparing for peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to strengthen Ukraine's position while mitigating the risks of a disadvantageous agreement. Over three years, the ...
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52% Bias Score
European Leaders to Discuss Ukraine Strategy Amid Trump Uncertainty
European leaders will meet at NATO headquarters to discuss further support for Ukraine amid concerns over a potential shift in US policy under a Trump administration, exploring options for enhanced security guarantees and increased military aid before potential peace negotiations.
European Leaders to Discuss Ukraine Strategy Amid Trump Uncertainty
European leaders will meet at NATO headquarters to discuss further support for Ukraine amid concerns over a potential shift in US policy under a Trump administration, exploring options for enhanced security guarantees and increased military aid before potential peace negotiations.
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48% Bias Score
EU Launches €10.6 Billion SpaceRISE Project to Rival Starlink
The European Union approved the SpaceRISE project, a €10.6 billion initiative involving 290 satellites to improve cybersecurity and offer a European alternative to Starlink, with the first communications expected by 2030.
EU Launches €10.6 Billion SpaceRISE Project to Rival Starlink
The European Union approved the SpaceRISE project, a €10.6 billion initiative involving 290 satellites to improve cybersecurity and offer a European alternative to Starlink, with the first communications expected by 2030.
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36% Bias Score
Europe Halts Syrian Asylum Processing After Assad Regime Fall
Following the reported fall of the Assad regime on December 8th, Germany immediately suspended the processing of over 47,000 Syrian asylum applications; other European countries followed suit, raising concerns among the 1.5 million Syrians in Europe since 2011, as this contrasts sharply with the 201...
Europe Halts Syrian Asylum Processing After Assad Regime Fall
Following the reported fall of the Assad regime on December 8th, Germany immediately suspended the processing of over 47,000 Syrian asylum applications; other European countries followed suit, raising concerns among the 1.5 million Syrians in Europe since 2011, as this contrasts sharply with the 201...
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48% Bias Score
EU Enlargement: Budgetary Shifts and Economic Impacts
A potential EU expansion to 36 states would increase the budget to €1356 billion but decrease cohesion funds for Southern European countries, with Italy and Spain facing the biggest cuts (€9 billion each), while benefiting from increased trade and FDI, costing the current 27 members €26 billion annu...
EU Enlargement: Budgetary Shifts and Economic Impacts
A potential EU expansion to 36 states would increase the budget to €1356 billion but decrease cohesion funds for Southern European countries, with Italy and Spain facing the biggest cuts (€9 billion each), while benefiting from increased trade and FDI, costing the current 27 members €26 billion annu...
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36% Bias Score
Piraeus Bank Forecasts €10 Billion Credit Expansion, Strong Growth
Piraeus Bank projects a €10 billion net credit expansion over four years, driven by strong business loan demand and Recovery Fund participation, aiming for a 2.7% net interest margin and increased dividend payouts.
Piraeus Bank Forecasts €10 Billion Credit Expansion, Strong Growth
Piraeus Bank projects a €10 billion net credit expansion over four years, driven by strong business loan demand and Recovery Fund participation, aiming for a 2.7% net interest margin and increased dividend payouts.
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52% Bias Score