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Israel bombed government buildings in Damascus on Wednesday, intervening in a conflict between Druze and Sunnis in the southern Syrian province of Suwayda that had degenerated into brutal clashes. A ceasefire has since been agreed, after which Syrian government troops withdrew from the Druze stronghold. Commentators assess the situation.

A clear majority in the Supreme Council of Ukraine has elected Yulia Svyrydenko as the country's new prime minister. The 39-year-old economist succeeds Denys Shmyhal, who had held the post since 2020 and will now take over as defence minister. What can she do better?

The EU Commission has proposed a new budget of two trillion euros for the 2028-2034 period - around 700 billion euros more than the current budget. At the same time, less money is to be allocated to fixed areas in a bid to increase flexibility and allow for quicker responses in a crisis. Europe's press shows understanding for the ambitious sum, but also suggests improvements.

The sheer amount of euros that the Commission is suggesting splashing has raised doubts at a ministerial meeting in Brussels.

A parliamentary delegation will be in Taipei from 21 to 23 July to meet with Taiwanese authorities and civil society representatives.
Special committee on the European Democracy Shield

Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

A parliamentary delegation will be in Taipei from 21 to 23 July to meet with Taiwanese authorities and civil society representatives.
Special committee on the European Democracy Shield

Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The breakthrough came after Slovakia lifted its weeks-long veto last night, paving the way for the bloc's newest package of economic punishment aimed at Russia