EUR News
LAST UPDATE: September 10, 2025
Europe’s Crisis of Confidence Heaps Pressure Onto Von Der Leyen
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is facing increasing internal pressure amid rising skepticism about her leadership effectiveness.
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The dynamics reflect a broader battle for EU credibility at a sensitive geopolitical moment, with defense and cohesion at stake.
The party is over’ as European carmakers face tariffs and a price war in China
European automakers are being hit by Chinese retaliation and price competition following tariff increases, triggering market-share losses and financial strain.
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The downturn illustrates rising geopolitical tensions impacting trade flows and supply chain vulnerabilities in the auto sector.
Reeves Says ‘Not Serious’ to Suggest UK May Need IMF Bailout
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismissed suggestions that the UK might need an IMF bailout, calling them “not serious.”
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The comment aims to reassure markets of fiscal stability and counter opposition panic narratives.
UK’s Reeves tells ministers to help Bank of England fight inflation
Finance Minister Rachel Reeves urged her cabinet colleagues to support the Bank of England’s efforts to curb inflation, underscoring the importance of fiscal discipline.
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Her stance reinforces a policy alignment between government spending and monetary restraint amid high inflation.
Norway’s resurgent right forces leftwing ‘tutti-frutti’ coalition
The Labour Party eked out a narrow victory in Norway’s election and must now form a broad coalition with multiple smaller parties—including Communists and Greens.
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This arrangement reflects fragmented politics and the rise of populism, complicating governance.
Norway Leader Starts Talks With Center-Left After Reelection
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has started forming a coalition with center-left allies following reelection.
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His pragmatic outreach reveals efforts to stabilize governance amid increasing political polarization.
Poland to get 43.7 billion euros under EU’s defence programme
Poland secured €43.7 billion from the EU’s Security Action For Europe (SAFE) defence fund—the largest share allocated under the €150B initiative.
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The funding bolsters Poland’s military capabilities and exemplifies EU burden-sharing in response to Russian aggression.
EU split over climate target, deal next week in doubt, draft shows
The EU remains divided over its legally binding 2040 emissions target, with disagreements about the use of international carbon credits potentially delaying agreement.
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The discord highlights the tension between ambition and industrial concerns, raising risks to climate diplomacy.
