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France Legislative Election: Macron's party may suffer major losses in snap polls as voting begins
World | Jun 30, 2024, 03:46 PM ISTFrench voters began voting in the first round of a snap parliamentary election that could usher in the country's first far-right government since World War Two, a potential sea change at the heart of the European Union.
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Apple faces first-ever charges under EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA)
Technology | Jun 25, 2024, 08:33 AM ISTEuropean Union (EU) regulators have investigated Apple for allegedly breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA) by restricting support for alternative iOS marketplaces in Europe. Apple's current App Store policies limit ‘steering’, which is essential for enabling app developers to reduce dependency.
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Far-right parties dominate European Parliament elections, setback for liberals: Main takeaways
World | Jun 10, 2024, 05:54 PM ISTFar-right parties have dominated the four-day elections at the European Union, which could make it harder for the Parliament to pass decisions. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's party has surged ahead in the EU polls, which France's Emmanuel Macron received a drubbing by his far-right rivals.
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Macron dissolves French Parliament as far-right advances in EU polls, calls for early elections
World | Jun 10, 2024, 08:22 AM ISTThe EU election results were a hard blow for Macron, who has been advocating for Europe-wide efforts to defend Ukraine and the need for the EU to boost its own defences and industry.
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Good news for Italy's Premier Giorgia Meloni, gets domestic, European boost from EU election win
World | Jun 10, 2024, 07:50 AM ISTThe Brothers of Italy party, led by Meloni, solidified its position as the nation's foremost political force, surpassing its previous success of 26 percent in the 2022 general elections. This assertion is supported by projections from the state broadcaster RAI.
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What's at stake in the European Parliament election that concludes Sunday? FAQs
World | Jun 09, 2024, 12:30 PM ISTThe election will shape how the European Union, a bloc of 450 million citizens, confronts challenges including a hostile Russia, increased industrial rivalry from China and the United States, climate change and immigration.
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Russia warns of 'possible consequences' if Ukraine uses Western-supplied weapons on its soil
World | May 29, 2024, 11:05 AM ISTPutin's warning came as Ukraine secured an agreement with Belgium for 30 F-16 jets, while the Netherlands has committed to providing Kyiv with a Patriot air defence system. Support for Ukraine has been slow from Western countries, leaving it to the mercy of better-equipped Russian forces.
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Spain, Norway and Ireland will formally recognise Palestinian statehood. Here's why that matters
World | May 28, 2024, 02:51 PM ISTThe move has deepened Israel's diplomatic isolation amid widespread criticism over its conduct in the Gaza war, in which 36,000 Palestinians have been killed. However, the symbolic move is unlikely to have any impact on the war as peace talks between Israel and Hamas remain stalled.
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Direct talks, not unilateral recognition: US on European countries recognising Palestinian statehood
World | May 23, 2024, 09:28 AM ISTThe US maintained that it supports a two-state solution for Palestine, but stressed that it should come through direct talks between all parties. The recognition of Palestinian statehood by Norway, Ireland and Spain, with other countries expected to follow suit, has deepened Israel's isolation.
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Xi Jinping coins 'New Cold War' term in meeting with Emmanuel Macron | Here's all you need to know
News | May 08, 2024, 11:44 PM ISTXi Jinping coins 'New Cold War' term in meeting with Emmanuel Macron | Here's all you need to know In a pivotal moment during his visit to Europe, Chinese President Xi Jinping reached out to French President Emmanuel Macron, urging him to avert what could be a 'new Cold War'. Watch the video to know
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China's President in France on a rare visit: Why Xi's visit dubbed crucial for EU, Ukraine war?
World | May 06, 2024, 11:47 AM ISTChina's President Xi Jinping arrived in France on Sunday for a rare visit with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, who is set to press him to reduce trade imbalances and try to convince him to use his influence on Russia over the war in Ukraine.
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Xi Jinping leaves for Europe with high hopes of mending trade ties with EU amid soaring tensions
World | May 05, 2024, 04:25 PM ISTXi Jinping's first stop will be Paris, where his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron will be waiting for his arrival amid the fact he had a similar trip to Beijing last year.
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Xi Jinping to visit France this week to promote Belt and Road initiative in a major blow to West
World | Apr 29, 2024, 02:35 PM ISTXi will also visit Hungary, a country Lin called an "important cooperation partner for China in promoting the Belt and Road initiative, and China and Central and Eastern European countries' cooperation."
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EU eases travel for Indian passport holders with long-term Schengen visas under 'cascade' regime
World | Apr 23, 2024, 08:49 PM ISTThe European Commission had adopted specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals amid strengthened relations between India and the EU. Indian nationals can avail long-term, multi-entry visas for two years to countries under Schengen area.
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Meta, Google, Apple could be fined 10% of their global turnover: Here's why
Technology | Mar 27, 2024, 01:56 PM ISTEuropean antitrust regulators will be investigating tech giants such as Apple, Google, and Meta platforms for potential breaches of the EU's new Digital Markets Act. If found guilty of a breach, these companies could face fines of up to 10 percent of their global annual turnover.
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Haiti violence: US military airlifts embassy personnel, EU temporarily closes its offices
World | Mar 11, 2024, 07:04 PM ISTHaiti entered a state of emergency last Sunday after fighting escalated while Prime Minister Ariel Henry was in Nairobi seeking a deal for the long-delayed UN-backed mission.
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Polish farmers stage violent protests in Warsaw, threaten to bring country to standstill | VIDEO
World | Mar 07, 2024, 10:39 AM ISTThe protesters burned tyres and threw firecrackers outside PM Donald Tusk's office in the Polish capital as they protested against food imports from Ukraine and the EU's plan on climate change. Police used tear gas, pepper sprays and stun grenades to quell the protest in Warsaw.
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US, UK and EU express concerns over Pakistan's electoral process, urge probe into irregularities
World | Feb 10, 2024, 04:35 PM ISTThe elections in Pakistan held on Thursday were marred by militant attacks and suspension of mobile phone services, resulting in at least 12 deaths. Despite that, Pakistan's Foreign Office insisted that the elections were held "peacefully and successfully".
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EU foreign policy chief Borrell says two-state solution process must continue
News | Jan 22, 2024, 06:25 PM ISTEU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell insisted on Monday that the two-state solution process for Palestinians and Israelis must continue.
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EU foreign policy chief Borrell says two-state solution process must continue
News | Jan 22, 2024, 04:22 PM ISTEU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell insisted on Monday that the two-state solution process for Palestinians and Israelis must continue.