When Russia invaded Ukraine 26 months ago, Beijing found itself in a strategic dilemma. On one side was Russia, a “no-limits” partner … More
Tag: Ursula von der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen invited to Xi Jinping-Emmanuel Macron summit in Paris next week
French President Emmanuel Macron has invited Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission chief, to a trilateral meeting with visiting Chinese leader Xi … More
EU funnels aid to Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen traveled to Lebanon to announce a multi-year economic aid package worth €1 billion ($1.07 billion) for the country on … More
Ship leaving for Gaza as test of new humanitarian corridor, says top EU official
A ship will head to Gaza on Friday carrying humanitarian aid, the European Commission president said, as international donors launch … More
EU to continue funding UNRWA as it probes alleged staff involvement in Oct 7 attacks
The European Commission will continue to fund the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) as probes continue into the alleged … More
“Aggression Comes With A Price Tag”: EU Warns Russia Over Ukraine
The European Union warned Russia on Friday that it would face consequences if it invaded Ukraine, as Germany’s new chancellor … More
EU unveils 300 billion euro answer to China’s Belt and Road
The European Commission unveiled on Wednesday a plan to invest 300 billion euros ($340 billion) globally by 2027 in infrastructure, … More