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european council news

What Keir Starmer's resignation as UK PM means for European security

Together with Macron, Starmer was a leader of the so-called "coalition of the willing." The alliance of 35 states supports Ukraine with military aid and, should there be a ceasefire, would then help Ukraine with longer-term defense.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 12:34 pm IST

Over 95% of EU businesses in India plan expansion in next 5 years: Report

The EU businesses cited domestic sales and latent market demand as the main reasons for their expansion intention. (Photo for representation)
Published on Jan 27, 2026 09:44 pm IST

India-EU trade deal sends message against tariffs: European Council Prez Costa

The India-EU Summit is expected to witness the conclusion of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA).
Updated on Jan 27, 2026 12:03 pm IST

‘Long live India’: Von Der Leyen shares glimpses from R-Day, hails India-EU ties

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen was the chief guest at the 77th Republic Day parade, alongside European Council President Antonio Costa.
Published on Jan 27, 2026 02:39 am IST

India-EU ties in focus as leaders arrive in Delhi ahead of Republic Day

European Council President Antonio Costa, left, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Published on Jan 25, 2026 06:30 am IST

Focus on AI, semiconductors and quantum tech as India, EU look to enhance ties

The trade talks figured in a phone call on September 4 between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Published on Jan 24, 2026 06:46 am IST

From India to Vietnam: Where trade talks with the US stand ahead

Trump announced on Friday the levies' imposition would be pushed to August 1 to allow time for talks to wrap up, but said he signed 12 letters to inform some countries of rate hikes, which will likely be sent on Monday.
Published on Jul 07, 2025 07:20 am IST

EU to accept Trump's universal 10% tariff, seeks exemptions on key sectors

The EU and US are increasingly confident that an interim agreement can be reached by July 9 to allow negotiations to continue beyond the deadline, Bloomberg reported earlier.
Published on Jul 01, 2025 03:48 am IST

German parties agree on massive spending plan to ‘boost’ economy. What is it?

Just days ahead of the vote on the plan, Germany's chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz reached an agreement with the Greens on Friday.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 04:19 pm IST

EU warns Musk against ‘harmful content’ ahead of Trump's X live, he responds

EU commissioner threatens action against Elon Musk's X over hate speech
Updated on Aug 13, 2024 05:40 am IST

EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief

EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief
Published on Jun 28, 2024 03:22 am IST

Belgium PM Alexander De Croo resigns after party suffers defeat in EU elections

Belgium's Prime Minister Alexander De Croo
Published on Jun 10, 2024 07:09 am IST

How not to botch the EU leadership reshuffle

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Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is pictured during a press conference after a board meeting of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Berlin, Germany, Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Ursula von der Leyen announced her intention to run for a second term as EU commission president. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)
Published on May 26, 2024 08:00 am IST

Farmers converge on European Union's headquarters in a fresh show of force

Scores of tractors adorned with flags and banners were ranked in lines, snarling city traffic. (Reuters)
Published on Feb 26, 2024 03:48 pm IST

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on December 2

Catch It Live on December 2
Updated on Dec 02, 2023 11:42 am IST

EAM Jaishankar defends India reselling Russian oil as refined fuels to Europe

India's Minister for External Affairs S. Jaishankar addresses the media during a press conference on the EU-India Trade and Technology Council at EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, Tuesday.
Published on May 17, 2023 08:29 am IST

Eurozone inflation hits record 8.1% amid rising energy costs

Inflation in the eurozone is now at its highest level since recordkeeping for the euro began in 1997.
Published on May 31, 2022 04:02 pm IST

Missiles strike Ukraine's Odessa as European Council chief makes surprise visit

European Council president Charles Michel (left) with Ukrainian PM Denys Shmyhal. (Twitter/@CharlesMichel)
Published on May 09, 2022 07:38 pm IST

Ukraine’s Refugee Crisis and the (B)ordering of Europe

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Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and the resulting humanitarian crisis has seen an unprecedented movement of nearly four million refugees beyond the borders to neighbouring countries.
Published on May 11, 2024 12:52 pm IST

Spain mandates full Covid-19 vaccination proof for American tourists

Under the rules, US tourists will no longer be admitted from Monday, unless they can show proof of being fully vaccinated at least 14 days before their trip. (Reuters)
Published on Sept 04, 2021 03:08 pm IST

Modi discusses Afghan situation with European Council president Charles Michel

Taliban special force fighters arrive outside the Hamid Karzai International Airport after the U.S. military's withdrawal, in Kabul.
Published on Sept 01, 2021 12:45 am IST

Greta Thunberg demands ‘crisis’ response to climate change

The letter called for climate policies to be designed to protect workers and the most vulnerable and reduce economic, racial and gender inequalities, as well as moves to “safeguard and protect” democracy.
Published on Feb 22, 2021 04:08 pm IST

PM Modi, European Council President discuss Covid-19 situation

The leaders also agreed to remain in touch on the evolving dimensions of the crisis as well as the post-Covid context.
Published on May 07, 2020 11:32 pm IST

We will find new path with London after Brexit, say EU leaders

European Union will work hard to forge a future as an ally and partner of Britain after their divorce on Friday
Published on Jan 31, 2020 06:17 am IST

Boris Johnson asks EU to rule out further Brexit delay after January 2020

Boris Johnson on Monday called on the European Union to rule out any more Brexit extensions
Updated on Oct 28, 2019 11:25 pm IST

Woman missing from home can’t travel alone in Saudi Arabia

The system of shelters operated around the kingdom is opaque but accounts of conditions there paint a dire picture.
Updated on Oct 23, 2019 10:23 am IST

Delay looms after Johnson wins one vote, loses another

The British prime minister has already sought an extension to the October 31 deadline from Brussels.
Published on Oct 23, 2019 08:17 am IST

‘Trick or treat’? Brexit rolls on to new Halloween deadline

Pedestrians walk past placards featuring Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May and opposition Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn near the Houses of Parliament in central London on April 3, 2019.
Updated on Apr 11, 2019 05:16 pm IST

Theresa May urges parliament to back her on Brexit, tells Britons ‘I’m on your side’

Theresa May urges parliament to back her on Brexit
Published on Mar 21, 2019 03:48 am IST