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The EU's landmark Mercosur trade agreement, signed Saturday, is now under review by the European Court of Justice following a narrow parliamentary vote to delay ratification. The move reflects ongoing tensions over environmental and agricultural concerns, with potential delays of up to two years before full implementation.
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The EU has approved a law to end Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by the end of 2026 and pipeline gas by September 2027, aiming to cut Moscow's revenue amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine. Hungary and Slovakia oppose the measure and plan legal challenges.
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The EU has approved a law to halt Russian gas imports by late 2027, aiming to reduce dependency following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The law bans new Russian gas deals and phases out existing contracts, with Hungary and Slovakia opposing the measure. The US has increased LNG exports to Europe to fill the gap.
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The European Court of Justice is urged to annul the decision to release €10.2 billion to Hungary, citing incomplete judicial reforms. The European Commission had frozen the funds over concerns about democratic backsliding and corruption, but a legal opinion suggests the release was premature. The case highlights ongoing tensions over rule of law in the EU.