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Russell's title hopes plummet after point-less Monaco

Fire at warehouse in Brussels suburb brought under control - VRT

BRUSSELS, June 6 - A fire that broke out early on Saturday at a warehouse in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht has been brought under control, Belgian public broadcaster VRT reported, citing Brussels fire brigade spokesperson Walter Derieuw.

EU weighs rules to cut reliance on China through broader supply chains

BRUSSELS, June 5 - The European Commission is weighing legislation that could force companies in sensitive sectors to cut reliance on single suppliers - notably in China - and diversify to at least three sources, European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said on Friday.

Antonelli, Russell promise smarter racing but no backing off after Canada clash

Germany and France pitch swifter benefits for EU hopefuls in Balkans, Moldova

BRUSSELS, June 4 - Germany and France have proposed giving aspiring European Union members more opportunities to join EU programmes and access the single market before joining the bloc, according to a discussion paper seen by Reuters on Thursday.

Clashes break out at Belgian protest against education reforms

BRUSSELS, June 4 - Clashes broke out between protesters and police in Brussels on Thursday, as a demonstration against planned reforms to part of the country's education sector turned violent.

EU diplomatic arm proposed naval mission take ‘primary role’ in clearing Strait of Hormuz mines, document shows

BRUSSELS, June 3 - The European Union's diplomatic service has proposed that the bloc's Aspides naval mission take \"the primary role\" in clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz “when conditions allow” as Europe’s contribution to a Franco-British-led initiative, according to a document seen by Reuters.

A strong El Nino may be imminent. Climate change will make its effects worse

BRUSSELS, June 2 - The El Nino weather pattern is forming, and is expected to cause extreme weather around the world this year, the WMO said on Tuesday. Scientists say climate change will make its impact especially severe.

Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close

BUDAPEST, May 28 - Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Thursday said a deal on releasing frozen European Union funds was \"very close\" as there is agreement with Brussels on many issues, although some questions remain over the fight against corruption.

EU praises Bulgaria progress but sets August deadline for reform-linked aid

BRUSSELS, May 28 - The European Commission praised Bulgaria's progress in establishing an independent anti-corruption office and said on Thursday the country had to keep up its reform momentum to get the remainder of EU funds from the post-pandemic recovery fund by the end-August deadline.

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say

BRUSSELS, May 28 - Russia will not get to choose who represents Europe in any potential talks with Moscow over Ukraine and the bloc will present a united front, European Union foreign ministers meeting in Cyprus said on Thursday.

EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy

BRUSSELS, May 27 - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she had discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

EU ministers to discuss Russia strategy as Kyiv pushes for European role

BRUSSELS, May 27 - European Union foreign ministers will discuss on Thursday how to approach any possible future talks with Russia, as Ukraine pushes for Europe to play a role in negotiations with Moscow and with the U.S. focused on the war with Iran.

Antonelli takes fourth win in a row after Russell retires in Canada

Russell out of Canadian Grand Prix with engine failure

Russell snatches Canada GP pole from Mercedes teammate Antonelli

NATO expects US troop cuts from Europe to take years

BRUSSELS, May 19 - The U.S. will pull more troops from Europe but the process will stretch over years to give allies time to develop capabilities to replace them, NATO's top commander said on Tuesday.