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Jun 23, 2026

Germany Blocks EU Push Against China's Industrial Overcapacity

Five EU economies are demanding emergency action against Chinese industrial overcapacity. Germany — with 5,200 companies operating in China — is the main obstacle. A critical Commission debate is set for 29 May.

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Jun 23, 2026

Albania Enters Final Phase of EU Accession Talks as Montenegro Targets 2028 Membership

Albania has officially entered the concluding phase of EU accession negotiations, becoming only the second candidate country to reach this stage after Montenegro. Podgorica is aiming for full membership by 2028.

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Jun 23, 2026

US Peace Efforts Are Stalled. Ukraine Is Now Looking to Europe.

With Trump's Board of Peace machinery grinding to a halt and US-brokered talks stalled since Washington turned to the Iran war, Ukraine is asking the EU to take on a direct peace-brokering role for the first time.