News & EU policy from Europe, for Europe
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HARVEST: Simplification strikes again
In today's edition: organic, risk management, competitiveness fund
Ukraine drone deal
Also, in Wednesday’s edition: Turnberry, US data, MFF
Europe’s Biosimilar Market at a Crossroads: Balancing Savings with Sustainability [Promoted Content]
Despite achieving €75 billion in savings over two decades, Europe's biosimilar market risks succumbing to excessive pricing pressures and short-sighted tendering practices. Manufacturers with a proven track record of reliable supply and respect for environmental standards need to be valued. Immediate policy reforms, embracing multi-winner frameworks and value-based criteria, can preserve long-term market sustainability while offering patients access to quality-assured, safe and effective biologics, including biosimilars.
Iran Guards: Hormuz shut until US ends ‘aggression’
Fighting between the US and Iran has disrupted energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil and gas shipments
Russia accused of spreading disinfo for German far right ahead of polls
In recent months, posts spreading misinformation have been appearing in ever greater numbers across X, TikTok and Bluesky
Syriza falls apart after Tsipras leaves
The party is polling well below the threshold required to enter the next parliament
‘Substantial concerns’ remain over EU-US border data deal
EU governments remain divided ahead of key talks on data-sharing safeguards with the US
INTERVIEW: Germany warns EU defence procurement drive risks stifling innovation
Armaments chief Carsten Stawitzki said multinational programmes can take too much time
Agri MEPs endorse Weber’s organic livestock rules
The EPP chief signed changes to allow flexibility for outdoor grazing, a demand from Bavarian producers
Environmental carve-outs in EU-UK Gibraltar deal face backlash
Activists warn the deal leaves the environment behind
Spain signals new direction on EU biotech innovation
Spanish official Padilla suggests the EU is too focused on intellectual property perks
Toys, smart watches exempted from EU replaceable battery rules
Tech firms cheer, but right-to-repair advocates are outraged
The Brief – Edging towards enlargement
Tuesday saw most significant enlargement progress in a single day since 2004
EU weighs direct recruitment overhaul for Eurocrats
The proposal would require new hires to complete two- or three-year temporary contracts before becoming permanent
Brussels looks to financial markets to support climate change-hit farmers
The Commission is exploring new tools to help cover the costs of extreme weather events
Ireland to prioritise maritime security during EU presidency
Threats to Europe’s critical infrastructure must be better identified, says Defence Minister Helen McEntee
Brussels sets out guidelines on tourism in nature protection areas
Visitors can help fund biodiversity restoration if managed properly, the European Commission says
Brussels announces broad hydrogen policy overhaul
Massively ambitious EU targets slammed as 'total failure' in parliamentary debate
MEPs with clinical experience ask for flexible single‑use device rule
Under today’s rules, single‑use devices are rarely reused
Spanish PM’s brother convicted for malfeasance
Specially created post was 'unnecessary and meaningless,' said judges