Christodoulides: EU presidency leaves Cyprus better placed to advance national goals

Cyprus has emerged from its presidency of the Council of the European Union stronger, more influential and better equipped to advance its national interests, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday, arguing that the six-month term had generated lasting political capital that extends well beyond its legislative achievements. Presenting the government’s assessment of the presidency alongside […]

European Parliament votes to back ban on sales of alumina to Russia as Fianna Fáil MEPs defend decision to abstain

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EU warns Ireland over working conditions directive

The European Commission has issued a warning to Ireland, and seven other countries, for failing to fully adopt an EU directive on transparent and predictable working conditions.

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European Parliament votes to back ban on export of alumina to Russia as Fianna Fáil MEPs abstain

Fianna Fáil MEPs have been heavily criticised by some of their colleagues for their decision to abstain on the vote.

Hatzivassiliou–Davutoglu clash over Cyprus: “There has been an invasion since 1974 – Turkey must accept reality” (video)

During a panel discussion at the Economist conference in Lagonisi, the former Turkish PM stated that "Turkey's presence in Cyprus is based on international law." Anna Diamantopoulou, who also participated in the panel, responded as well The post Hatzivassiliou–Davutoglu clash over Cyprus: “There has been an invasion since 1974 – Turkey must accept reality” (video) appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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