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Slovenia bans imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories
Ban needed in response to humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, says Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon, one of the most vocal EU critics of Israel’s actions in Palestine.
Lithuania faces government reshuffle as ruling Social Democrats tap Ruginiene for PM
Party hopes for a fresh start with young female candidate after damage caused by revelations of ex-PM Gintautas Paluckas' shady business dealings.
Nawrocki sworn in as Poland's president, setting up showdown with Tusk government
Nawrocki, a historian backed by the right-wing Law and Justice party and a newbie in top politics, used his inaugural address to deliver a scathing critique of the government.
Latvia declares nationwide 'state of emergency' over extreme farming conditions
Latvia's government has decided to implement an agricultural emergency across the country, lasting until November 2025, in response to climate change.
Czech president says Ukraine unlikely to reclaim occupied territories
Czech President Petr Pavel has said Ukraine will not be able to liberate its Russian-occupied territories in the near future, and that it is unfair to pressure Kyiv to give them up, Interfax reported on August 5.