The United Nations Human Rights Office has sharply criticized the violence during the distribution of humanitarian aid in the Gaza Strip: "The Israeli military must stop shooting at people trying to get food," the OHCHR said.
By Markus Bickel
Another environmental law may be watered down. On Tuesday, EU agriculture ministers adopted their position on the forest monitoring regulation.
By Lukas Knigge
At the initiative of the European People’s Party (EPP), the European Parliament’s Environment Committee is calling for revisions to the implementation of the EU regulation on deforestation-free supply chains (EUDR). The committee is urging the European Commission to introduce a “zero-risk” category for producer countries.
By Julia Dahm
EU countries are pushing for even broader exemptions from the supply chain directive than those proposed by the European Commission. Former senior EU and UN officials have voiced sharp criticism.
By Marc Winkelmann
Defense Minister Pistorius plans to allocate a significant amount of money to address the Bundeswehr's personnel issues and close gaps in its air defense. The Left Party has announced its opposition.
By Gabriel Bub
China aims to use financial instruments to boost consumption. Among other things, new guidelines include measures to support companies in raising capital.
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In the future, the police could arrest 14-year-olds in China for serious offenses. Bullying will also be punished more severely.
By Emily Kossak
The energy industry is warning of the negative consequences of the proposed industrial electricity price. The EU Commission’s concessions could dry up markets and raise prices for other participants. However, for the beneficiaries, there is an advantage compared to electricity price compensation.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU and Canada plan to strengthen their collaboration across several key areas. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also used the EU-Canada summit to send a message to the United States.
By Corinna Visser
