Key Points * EU mobilizes €21.5 million from agricultural reserve to support farmers in Bulgaria, Estonia, and Hungary. * Energy Ministers meeting today to discuss coordinated EU response to Middle East energy situation. * EU expresses strong opposition to Israel's new death penalty law, citing human rights violations. * Diplomatic engagement
Key Points * The European Commission approved a €1.5 billion work programme for the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). * €700 million will support the production of counter-drone systems, missiles, and ammunition under EDIP. * The Commission will collaborate with Norway and Ukraine on industrial projects worth €325 million. * An Agri-Fish Council
Key Points * The Commission found four pornographic platforms in breach of the Digital Services Act for inadequate age verification. * An investigation into Snapchat was launched due to concerns over child safety and exposure to harmful content. * Greece will receive nearly 1.2 billion euros for disability support and healthcare improvements
Key Points * A new financial instrument, Agile, was adopted to support the European defense industry with €150 million funding. * The Agile program aims to accelerate defense tech innovation, focusing on disruptive technologies and supporting SMEs and startups. * The Commission encourages member states to allocate at least 10% of armament procurement