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Published on 10:12 GMT

New Riga city council coalition pledges to develop a safe and crisis-ready city

The overarching goals of the new Riga City Council coalition are to create a safe and crisis-resilient Riga, as well as a city where the future grows, with a developed and connected Riga metropolis, according to the coalition’s action plan. As stated by …

Source: Baltic News Network - Neutral
Published on 10:54 GMT

Estonia imprisons reporter over working with Russian press

(MENAFN) An Estonian court has handed down a six-year prison sentence to journalist Svetlana Burtseva for treason and violating Western sanctions due to her involvement with Russian media, state broadcaster ERR reported on Wednesday. Burtseva, 58, a …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on 07:41 GMT

Spanish PM rejects Nato’s ‘unreasonable’ 5% GDP target for defence spending

Spain rejects 'unreasonable, counterproductive' push to increase Nato defence spending to 5% - reportsSpanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez has reportedly told Nato secretary general Mark Rutte that the proposed change of the alliance’s target for …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jun 18, 2025

America's Imperial 'Gift': 'Crusader Democracy' Versus 'Christian Nationalism'

The United States has always fancied itself as the founder of modern democracy (aka 'Democracy'). And, although that country has been self-absorbed for most of its history, it has always sensed that Democracy was its greatest export. 'America…

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 17, 2025

Watchdog wants Estonian MEPs to return sums deemed illegal donations

The Political Parties Financing Surveillance Committee (ERJK) is demanding that Jaak Madison (Center) and Marina Kaljurand (SDE) return €15,330 and €13,439, respectively, to their European Parliament groups. ERJK considers ads funded by EP parliamentary …

Source: ERR - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Lithuanian MP Andrius Bagdonas: 'In government, I was able to implement concrete things. In opposition, I have to fight ...

As a resident of the picturesque Neringa municipality, which borders Russia on the coast of the Baltic Sea, Andrius Bagdonas, a Lithuanian parliamentarian representing the Liberal Movement, has primarily focused on the interests of Neringa and other …

Source: The Baltic Times - Neutral
Published on Jun 14, 2025

Latvia Elected to UN Security Council for the First Time in History

Latvia has achieved a historic success on the global stage, being elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2026-2027 term for the first time in its history. This decision, made at a meeting of the UN General Assembly …

Source: The Baltic Review - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 17, 2025

Globsec Asks When Europe Will Step Up; Moldova Prepares For EU Summit

Welcome to Wider Europe, RFE/RL's newsletter focusing on the key issues concerning the European Union, NATO, and other institutions and their relationships with the Western Balkans and Europe's Eastern neighborhoods. I'm RFE/RL Europe …

Source: Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty - Neutral
Published on 08:09 GMT

Beat the heat: The ‘coolest’ European destinations to visit in summer 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on 15:06 GMT

EU Condemns Georgia’s Media Crackdown, Demands Release of Journalist Mzia Amaglobeli

The European Parliament has strongly condemned the Georgian government’s escalating crackdown on independent media and civil society, adopting a resolution titled ‘The Situation of Media Freedom in Georgia, Particularly the Case of Mzia Amaglobeli.’ Passed …

Source: Georgia Today - Neutral
Published on 11:46 GMT

European Parliament Debates Media Freedom in Georgia, Detained Journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli

On June 18, Members of the European Parliament debated media freedom in Georgia, focusing in particular on the case of Mzia Amaghlobeli, the detained journalist and founder of the Batumelebi and Netgazeti news outlets. Seven motions were submitted for a …

Source: Civil Georgia - Neutral
Published on 14:41 GMT

European Parliament adopts resolution on media freedom in Georgia, Mzi...

Tbilisi (GBC) - By 324 votes to 25, with 87 abstentions, the European Parliament adopted a resolution titled "The situation of media freedom in Georgia, particularly the case of Mzia Amaglobeli". The resolution calls for the immediate and …

Source: Georgian Business Consulting - Neutral
Published on 16:38 GMT

Gateshead Quays arena and conference centre funding gap 'less than £100m'

Gateshead’s council leader says that the funding gap for the flagship Quayside development is “less than £100 million”, as work continues to try and cut the costs of the stalled scheme. A 12,500-seat arena and an international grade convention centre are …

Source: Chronicle Live - Neutral
Published on 12:53 GMT

IDF intel chief: We’ll hunt the Iranians wherever they flee

IDF Military Intelligence Directorate chief Maj. Gen. Shlomi Binder said on Thursday that Israel will continue to hunt down Iran’s senior military command. According to a statement released by the IDF, Binder visited a unit responsible for target planning …

Source: Ynet - Indeterminate
Published on 09:01 GMT

The prospects of an EU war economy

Europe’s drive for a war economy to deter Russia faces funding, industrial, political and alliance challenges. March 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (center), European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President …

Source: Geopolitical Intelligence Services - Neutral
Published on 02:07 GMT

German Chancellor Merz: “Israel is doing the dirty work for all of us”

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and German defense minister Boris Pistorius attend a formal inauguration of a German brigade for NATO's eastern flank in Vilnius, Lithuania, Thursday, May 22, 2025. [AP Photo/Mindaugas Kulbis]On the sidelines of the …

Source: World Socialist Web Site - Left-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Shabana Mahmood says UK will seek reform of human rights convention

The justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has said Britain will pursue reform of the European convention on human rights (ECHR), both at home and in Strasbourg, saying “public confidence in the rule of law is fraying”. Mahmood’s warning in her speech at the …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Yes, Ukraine-Russia Is Our War, Too

In late May, Trump administration officials at the highest level, frustrated by what they regard as Vladimir Putin’s incomprehensible obstreperousness over his war on Ukraine, suggested that their patience was running out, after which the United States — …

Source: The Tablet - New York - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Ireland 18th in youth political participation - study

Ireland has ranked 18th out of over 140 countries worldwide in terms of youth participation in political, economic and civic life, according to the first study of its kind. The Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) found that Ireland had an average score …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses 30th anniversary of the Constitutional Court, 20 Jun

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow, Friday 20 June 2025, deliver the keynote address at the 30th anniversary since the establishment of the Constitutional Court in South Africa. The anniversary will take place at Braamfontein Constitution Hill in …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Sons in the Shadow: Surviving the Family Business as an SOB* (*Son of the Boss) — a book embodying American spirit

A page-turning family saga celebrating entrepreneurial spirit, free enterprise, commitment to democracy, religious liberty, journalistic integrity and education PEORIA, IL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newly released book …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 22:30 GMT

Governor Newsom on Fox News: “Trump is trying to destroy our democracy. Do not let him”

News What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced that this year, the state recovered 113,245 stolen items worth nearly $6.5 million. In May alone, arrests were up almost 130%, stolen assets recovered were up 65%, and the value of the items recovered …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

OP-ED: The fall of the Dutch government – that took longer than expected

By Michiel Kruyt and Femke de Vries On 3 June, the Dutch government collapsed. Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), walked out of the four-party coalition over a created dispute on asylum policy, effectively bringing down the …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:41 GMT

International Relations and Cooperation hosts high-level dialogue focussing on the challenges of advancing democratic ...

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) will host a high-level dialogue focussing on the challenges of advancing democratic governance in the Global South. Held in partnership with the International Institute for Democracy and …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:29 GMT

Estonia imprisons reporter over working with Russian press

(MENAFN) An Estonian court has handed down a six-year prison sentence to journalist Svetlana Burtseva for treason and violating Western sanctions due to her involvement with Russian media, state broadcaster ERR reported on Wednesday. Burtseva, 58, a …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 16:44 GMT

UK and US Celebrate Enduring 'Special Relationship' with Rededication of Washington Statue in London’s Trafalgar Square

In a celebration of enduring friendship and shared ideals the UK and the USA have united to rededicate the George Washington Statue in Trafalgar Square, London. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a celebration of …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

A divided and distracted America edges towards another major Middle East war

As the world watches and waits to see whether the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates into a wider war and whether the United States gets more directly involved, Americans remain sharply divided and mostly distracted by events closer to home, for …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 16:09 GMT

TOOTRiS Bolsters Government Solutions with Addition of Public Policy Strategist Kelly Davydov

Veteran systems-builder to expand state and CCR&R collaboration on Child Care modernization SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With nearly two decades of experience building early childhood systems and driving …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:07 GMT

Agentes Aduanales de CAAAREM respaldan con plan integral operativos de Secretaría de Economía para combatir contrabando

Proponen la creación del Observatorio del Fraude Comercial para combatir el contrabando conjuntamente con los sectores productivos más afectados CIUDAD DE MEXICO, CDMX, MEXICO, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - Proponen la creación del Observatorio …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 14:24 GMT

Michelman Names Recipients of $750,000 Donation Pledge

75th Anniversary Contribution Supports Global Organizations Advancing STEM, Environmental Stewardship, and Social Impact CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michelman is fulfilling its 75th anniversary pledge …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Chemical Industry ...
Published on June 19, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

TOOTRiS Names Jillian Ritter as Director of Early Childhood Systems

Trusted early education expert to strengthen Child Care systems through innovation and public-sector partnerships SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With more than 25 years of experience in early childhood …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Global Citizen NOW: Sevilla Featuring Pedro Sánchez, Ursula von der Leyen, Mia Mottley, Gaston Browne & More

Hosted by Actress, Humanitarian, and Global Citizen Ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Citizen, the world’s leading advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty, today …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:37 GMT

Supreme Court Limits Family Rights

The Stonewall Democratic Club condemns SCOTUS for denying families the right to provide lifesaving care for transgender children. WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2025 Contact: press …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 10:50 GMT

தமிழரசுக்கட்சி மற்றும் தமிழ் மக்கள் கூட்டணி கூட்டு ஆட்சிஒப்பந்தத்திற்கு எதிரான கண்டன அறிக்கை

தமிழ்மக்களின் நலன்களை பேச்சளவில் வைத்துக்கொண்டு தனது சொந்தநலன்களையும் தமிழ்தேசியவிரோத மேல்சாதிய கோட்பாடுகளை முன்னிறுத்தி அரசியல் செய்யும் திரு.விக்னேஸ்வரன் JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- தமிழரசு கட்சியிலிருந்து …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on June 19, 2025 - 10:48 GMT

사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전 참가

사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전 참가…문학·출판·번역위원회 주도, 한-사우디 문화 교류 강화 나서 RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전에서 자국 문화 정체성을 반영한 홍보관 출범  사우디아라비아가 6월 18일부터 22일까지 서울 코엑스(COEX)에서 개최되는 2025 서울국제도서전 에 개막식을 갖고 공식 참가했다. 이번 …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 10:43 GMT

沙特阿拉伯在2025年北京国际图书博览会上开设展馆，由文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔

沙特阿拉伯亮相2025北京国际图书博览会，文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔深化中沙文化合作。 RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 沙特阿拉伯王国今天在中国首都北京的国家会议展览中心，正式开设其在2025年北京国际图书博览会的展馆。该展会于6月18日至22日举行，由沙特文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔组织，汇聚多家文化与国家机构的参与。本次活动是“2025 …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:47 GMT

Frontline Global Launches Urgent Evacuation Operations in Israel Amid Escalating Conflict

AMMAN, JORDAN, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frontline Global, a leading membership-based travel assistance and emergency evacuation organization, is actively conducting evacuation operations across Israel for both members and non-members …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 08:30 GMT

NMAC Applauds FDA Approval of Lenacapavir for PrEP | Urges Equitable Access Amid Federal Rollbacks

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of Lenacapavir as a twice-yearly injectable PrEP marks a breakthrough in HIV prevention, especially for communities hardest hit by the …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 07:39 GMT

달러, 5월 CPI 둔화로 수년래 최저치로 하락 – EBC Financial Group, 6월 인플레이션 구도에서 비대칭적 위험 경고

완화된 인플레이션 수치가 금리 인하 기대를 자극하고 있으나, EBC는 근원 물가의 지속적인 압력과 다가오는 관세 효과를 감안할 때 섣부른 낙관론에 경계할 것을 당부했습니다. DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 5월 미국 소비자물가지수(CPI)가 예상보다 낮게 발표되면서 연방준비제도(Fed)의 정책 전환에 대한 시장 기대가 다시 살아났습니다. 이에 따라 미국 달러는 지난 …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 07:32 GMT

Dólar atinge mínima em anos após CPI de maio desacelerar — EBC alerta para riscos assimétricos na inflação de junho

Inflação mais branda eleva apostas de corte de juros, mas EBC alerta para otimismo precoce diante de pressões no núcleo e impacto das tarifas. DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Um Índice de Preços ao Consumidor (CPI) dos EUA …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 06:26 GMT

Breaking Bad Science Advisor Dr. Donna J. Nelson is Martin Luther King Fellow at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

President Trump’s Education Department Can Ask Universities to Communicate to Students Dangers of Street Drugs NORMAN, OK, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Donna J. Nelson has been named a Martin Luther King (MLK) Fellow at …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:28 GMT

NATO Legislators Visit London to Discuss Transatlantic Economic Tensions

19 June 2025 The United Kingdom (UK) is investing for a future as a leader among NATO’s European Allies. In this new era for defence and security, when Russia is waging war on the European continent and probing European defences elsewhere, the UK believes …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

OP-ED: The fall of the Dutch government – that took longer than expected

By Michiel Kruyt and Femke de Vries On 3 June, the Dutch government collapsed. Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), walked out of the four-party coalition over a created dispute on asylum policy, effectively bringing down the …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

ECRE Comments Paper: Proposal for a Return Regulation

ECRE has published a comments paper on the European Commission’s (EC) proposal for a Regulation establishing a common system for the return of third country nationals staying illegally in the Union, commonly referred to as the Return Regulation. The …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Egypt

ECRE has published the first AIDA report on Egypt. It was researched and drafted by Refugees Platform in Egypt and edited by ECRE, and it uses the AIDA methodology which was developed by ECRE. The report introduces the asylum context in Egypt, the …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

MEDITERRANEAN: More deaths of people on the move ― NGO blames Italian policies for hindering civilian search and rescue ...

The Central Mediterranean route has continued to claim the lives of people who try to make the dangerous crossing between North Africa and Europe. A new NGO report has blamed measures introduced by the Italian government for hindering the activities of …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:10 GMT

OSCE builds capacity of emerging water professionals in support of Tajikistan’s National Water Strategy 2040

From 16 to 18 June 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, in close partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of the Republic of Tajikistan, conducted a three-day capacity-building training in Khujand aimed at enhancing the …

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