Trump Calls EU Fine On X “Nasty”, Warns Europe Is Going “Bad”

By BPN News Desk December 9, 2025

Business

The European Commission has fined social media platform X, formerly Twitter, €120 million under the Digital Services Act. The fine relates to alleged failures in transparency over advertising, misleading verification practices, and lack of access for researchers to platform data. The Commission

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Musk Says EU Should Be Abolished After X Is Fined

By BPN News Desk December 8, 2025

Elon Musk has said that the European Union should be abolished after his platform X was fined €120 million for violating the Digital Services Act. The penalty was issued by the European Commission over issues linked to verification policies, advertising transparency and access to public data. X is the first major platform to face a […]

International

EU Reaches Deal to End Russian Gas Imports by 2027

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

The European Union has finalised a binding agreement to completely phase out Russian natural gas imports by the end of 2027. The decision marks one of the bloc’s most significant energy shifts since the start of the Ukraine war, aiming to reduce dependence on Moscow and strengthen long-term energy security. How the Phase-Out Will Work […]

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EU Vows Support For Ukraine Amid Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk November 25, 2025

The European Union has said it will continue providing Ukraine with military assistance, financial support and diplomatic backing as peace negotiations move forward. European Council President António Costa confirmed that EU members have committed to meeting Ukraine’s financial needs for the next two years while maintaining weapons supplies. Peace Negotiations Show Fresh

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EU unveils plan to cut Chinese rare-earth dependence

By BPN News Desk October 26, 2025

The European Union (EU) has announced a new strategy aimed at reducing its reliance on Chinese supplies of rare-earth elements and battery materials. The programme, dubbed RESourceEU, is designed to secure alternative sources, boost domestic recycling and foster partnerships with key mining and processing countries. Why the shift? The move comes after China introduced

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EU To Sanction Chinese Refineries Over Russia Oil Trade

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The European Union is preparing its 19th sanctions package against Russia, which includes penalties on four China-based entities. Among them are two independent oil refineries, a trading firm, and another organization accused of helping circumvent sanctions. The move is directed at companies allegedly involved in facilitating Russian oil exports. Targeted Entities And

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EU to Propose Faster Russian Energy Phase-Out

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU will put forward a proposal to speed up the reduction of Russian fossil fuel imports. The move comes after a call with U.S. President Donald Trump focused on increasing economic pressure on Russia. Original vs. New Timelines The EU had earlier planned to end imports […]

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EU Unlikely To Follow Trump’s 100% Tariff Proposal

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100% on imports from India and China over their purchases of Russian oil. The aim is to cut off revenue flows to Moscow amid the war in Ukraine. EU’s Response EU officials have said the bloc is unlikely to comply […]

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India Plays Key Role in Bringing Peace to Ukraine, EU Chief Says

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said India has an important role to play in ending the war in Ukraine during a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Global Security Risks Highlighted Von der Leyen warned that the war in Ukraine has global security implications and poses economic risks far beyond Europe. She […]

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EU Holds Firm on Tech Rules Despite Trump Pressure

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

The European Union reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its digital regulations, including the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA), despite mounting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. Statement from EU Leadership Henna Virkkunen, the EU’s digital chief, stated on Monday, September 1, that enforcement will continue across the bloc. She