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Iceland rejects European Union accession talks in referendum

ICELAND has voted against a government proposal to resume talks to join the European Union, according to a public broadcaster

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Icelanders reject EU-accession talks

Icelanders voted against joining the European Union, a decision reported on Sunday. The government's push to reopen membership talks was rejected by voters. Concerns about Iceland's vital fishing waters influenced the referendum outcome. Previous attempts to join the EU were ended by a Eurosceptic government in 2013. The vote concludes…

The Economic Times

Iceland EU referendum: 'No' vote has 52.5% lead with one local result remaining

Iceland's EU referendum is on a knife-edge as rural constituencies are leaning decisively for 'No' while Reykjavík's two constituencies lean solidly 'Yes' with just one constituency left to announce results.

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Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining European Union

VOTERS are heading to the polls to decide whether the country should resume long-stalled negotiations on becoming a member of the European Union

The National (Scotland)

Icelanders vote in tight referendum on restarting EU membership talks

Iceland will vote Saturday in a tight referendum on whether to reopen membership negotiations with the European Union. Reykjavik applied for EU membership in 2009, following a financial crisis that devastated its economy, but a eurosceptic government suspended the process in 2013.

France 24

Iceland referendum could put EU membership talks back on the table

Icelanders will vote on Saturday on whether to resume negotiations to join the European Union, with the result expected to be finely balanced after a campaign dominated by questions of sovereignty, fishing and the country’s place in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape.

Radio France Internationale

How Canada’s turn toward Europe might test the EU's borders

The boundaries of the EU are inevitably informed by geography – but Canada, which shares the EU’s values and its vision of the world order, could challenge the bloc’s limits and open the door to a new form of association with Brussels.

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Guinea-Bissau junta puts new constitution to referendum as opposition urges boycott

A commentator and a human rights activist, speaking to Euronews, stress that the law has already been published and call for stronger EU action.

Euronews

Trump's Greenland threats cast a shadow on Iceland's vote on whether to trigger EU membership talks

Icelandic voters are deciding on resuming European Union membership talks. This referendum occurs amid United States President Donald Trump's interest in Greenland. Concerns about potential future threats influence the national debate. Fishing rights and national identity are central to the discussion. The government emphasizes this is an initial step toward…

The Economic Times

Britain is still counting the cost – and paying the price – of Brexit

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As a new report reveals how rejoining the EU would give the UK economy an £11.7bn boost, it is time to admit the 2016 referendum was a mistake – and to work at pace on a way back into Europe

The Independent UK

Iceland’s EU referendum: What to know ahead of vote and what's at stake for Europe

Everything you need to know about Iceland’s Saturday referendum on whether the country should negotiate again to join the European Union.

Euronews

French presidential hopefuls clash over economy and EU in first debate

Seven leading candidates in the race to succeed President Emmanuel Macron have clashed in their first debate ahead of the 2027 election, exposing sharp differences over the economy, public debt and France's relationship with the European Union.

Radio France Internationale

Carbon pricing, emissions tracking key to protect India's exports under EU CBAM: CII Report

India must enhance carbon pricing and emissions tracking systems for exporters. The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism enters its definitive phase soon. A robust domestic carbon pricing system will protect Indian exporters' competitiveness. This mechanism requires accurate measurement and verification of embedded emissions. Trade-exposed sectors like steel and cement…

The Economic Times

Passenger warns travellers to check passport validity after mistake cost her £500

The couple said they ‘felt like criminals’ after they were escorted out of Bristol airport, and have called on airlines to do more to let customers know about the 10-year passport rule

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Euronews

Who next? Economy dominates first debate between French presidential candidates

Seven key candidates running in the French presidential election battled it out in their first debate on Thursday, with the economy, public debt and pension reform dominating heated discussions.

Euronews

Chinese imports plunge 30% to 40% after EU tax on small parcels

Since 1 July, the EU has levied a €3 customs duty on parcels worth under €150 and the measure is already biting as imports, especially from China, have slumped by 30% to 40%.

Euronews

Russian MP threatens Hungary with energy cut-off after Budapest labels Moscow a security threat

Hungary’s new Tisza government has labelled Russia a security threat, marking a sharp break with the Orbán era. Moscow has warned the shift could put Hungary’s Russian oil and gas supplies at risk.

France 24

Iceland to vote on reopening EU membership talks in close referendum

Icelanders will vote in a referendum on Saturday whether to resume entry talks with the European Union amid growing global insecurity. Voters are not being asked to decide just yet if they want to join the 27-member bloc – only whether they want their government to negotiate possible terms.

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US warns EU it will act over corporate sustainability rules

The Trump administration sent a letter to the European Union (EU) in August 2026 saying that it "will take any actions necessary to address unreasonable burdens on US commerce" unless the EU further scales back two corporate sustainability laws. The letter identifies the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which requires…

The Independent UK

Bulletin PM briefing: 12 arrests over deadly crash and Burnham in Kyiv

Deadly A66 crash investigation ‘looking at links to organised crime’ as 12 are arrested. Burnham’s blunt four-word response to claim UK is adding ‘fuel to fire’ in Ukraine. Iran to face ‘toughest sanctions in history’ – what we know. Reform’s Richard Tice says couples with children should be married ‘in…

Euronews

European allies back Ukraine as country marks Independence Day without US envoys

European leaders joined Zelenskyy in Kyiv as Ukraine marked its fifth Independence Day since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022. No delegates from the Trump administration were present as Witkoff and Kushner stayed away from ceremony.

The Independent UK

Burnham commits to Starmer’s Brexit red lines in blow to hopes of rejoining EU

The prime minister has promised to be ‘bolder’ than his predecessor in taking the UK back to the heart of Europe but Downing Street refused to provide a ‘running commentary’ on discussions

The Independent UK

Will Andy Burnham bring the UK closer to the European Union?

Prime minister Andy Burnham has indicated that Britain must be bolder in forging closer ties with the European Union , arguing that greater co-operation is required across all sectors. Speaking to European Council president Antonio Costa on a train journey to Kyiv , Mr Burnham emphasised that an upcoming UK…

The Economic Times

Health Ministry announces medical device regulatory reforms for ease of doing business

The Ministry of Health has introduced new regulations for medical devices. These reforms simplify requirements and enhance transparency for businesses. Outsourced sterilisation rules are now easier for manufacturers to follow. Uniform testing fees and recognized EU jurisdictions reduce ambiguity. These changes facilitate timely access to advanced medical technologies in India.

Euronews

'We are stepping up': EU approves €6.1 billion for Ukraine’s defences

As Ukraine continues to sustain brutal Russian bombardment, the European Union has approved €6.1 billion for the war-torn country’s defences as part of the bloc’s €90 billion loan programme.

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