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In response to the Iran war, the Swiss government has announced that it will no longer approve any new arms export licences to the United States. The decision, taken during a Federal Council meeting on Friday, reflects Switzerland’s longstanding policy of neutrality and its obligations under the Federal Act on War Materiel ("This Act has as its aim the fulfilment...

Since the Iran war began,  it’s been a hell of a roller coaster for MAGA: From the feeling that the strikes will be short and decisive, the certainty is now that it is not sure when it will end. From the feeling they know why, to the feeling they have no idea. Initially they had been assured that the...

One month ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary election — which will determine the future of media freedom in the European Union — Reporters Without Borders (RSF) met with the country’s media community and opposition party. The NGO has called on Tisza — if it wins the election — to withdraw Hungary’s complaint against the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) and...

NVIDIA GTC global conference, which ends today, is the place where the company unveils its latest AI chips, platforms, and software, making it a bellwether event for the direction of the AI industry. With the resurgence of AI agents and the changes that AI has started to produce in society, this year is even more critical for NVIDIA, writes eToro...

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Rotterdam (Netherlands) has concluded an investigation into EU subsidy fraud related to cancer research projects, following the issuance of a punitive order against one individual. The sanction consists of 60 hours of community service and a fine of €10 000. The case concerns health and innovation projects funded under the Eurostars programme for...

"Universal health coverage is not merely a policy objective but a moral imperative for any society that aspires to call itself just", Pope Leo declared in an address to participants at a healthcare conference jointly organised by the World Health Organization and European bishops. These remarks situate healthcare firmly within the Church’s long-standing social doctrine, where the dignity of the...

The relationship with the US, on the agenda, after Trump criticized the alliance President Nicușor Dan will meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels before holding a joint press conference, around 10:30 a.m. The visit comes before Dan attends the European Council meeting in Brussels, which starts at 11:00 local. Talks will focus on global...

In his first year in office, Donald Trump made several major mistakes that made his second year more difficult. Three errors stand out: Aid offered to Russia, meant to maximize its posture in the so-called peace negotiations, counting on the idea that it will force Ukraine to a quick surrender. Trump's help to Putin consisted in: harassing Zelensky (which also...

An airstrike killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib, Iran's president said, confirming the latest assassination of a top Iranian official Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed in a post on X that the country's Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib had been killed. The country's state television reported that Khatib had been killed by Israel. Israel said earlier it had "eliminated" Khatib. Khatib, who was responsible...

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Riga (Latvia) has dismantled an organized crime group involving public officials suspected of wrongdoing in public procurement procedures for the acquisition of IT systems by state institutions. Twenty suspects were detained yesterday, including public officials. A total of 57 house and company searches were carried out yesterday with the support of Europol, the...