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Masszív dróntámadás érte Kárpátalját

Bumm.sk (Szlovákia/Felvidék) - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 17:00
Az orosz hadsereg szerdán délután drónokkal támadott több kárpátaljai települést, a közösségi platformok felhasználói több becsapódást jelentettek Szolyváról, Munkácsról és Ungvárról is. A háború kitörése óta a legnagyobb támadás érte Kárpátalját.

Afcon final 'deficiencies' dealt with - Motsepe

BBC Africa - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:56
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.

Afcon final 'deficiencies' dealt with - Motsepe

BBC Africa - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:56
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.
Categories: Africa, Europäische Union

Lamfalussy Research Fellowship for Gökhan Ider and Hedda Thorell

We are proud to share that our PhD student Gökhan Ider (Freie Universität Berlin) and Hedda Thorell from Stockholm University were awarded the Lamfalussy Research Fellowship 2026 by the European Central Bank. They are among five fellows and will work on their paper "News-driven fluctuations and ...

BBC: csütörtökön várhatóan megindul a brit miniszterelnök elmozdítását célzó vezetőváltási eljárás

Bumm.sk (Szlovákia/Felvidék) - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:54
A BBC szerdai értesülései szerint csütörtökön várhatóan megindul a brit miniszterelnök elmozdítását célzó vezetőváltási eljárás a kormányzó Munkáspárton belül.

Naturalisation de talents algériens au Qatar : Slatni accuse un ex-responsable à la FAF

Algérie 360 - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:39

L’affaire de la naturalisation de jeunes footballeurs algériens au Qatar connaît un nouveau rebondissement. Mourad Slatni, ancien défenseur international et ex-entraîneur de la sélection algérienne U18, vient de jeter […]

L’article Naturalisation de talents algériens au Qatar : Slatni accuse un ex-responsable à la FAF est apparu en premier sur .

Categories: Afrique

European Parliament Plenary Session – May 2026

Written by Clare Ferguson with Áine Feeney.

The agenda for the Parliament’s May plenary session covers several major issues arising from today’s global challenges. Question time returns to the plenary agenda after a long break, with the High Representative, Kaja Kallas, due to respond to Members’ questions on the EU’s strategy to address the current crises in the Middle East.

Following celebrations in Brussels, Luxembourg and Strasbourg to mark Europe Day on 9 May, a ceremony on Tuesday will honour the first laureates of the European Order of Merit. The European Parliament initiated the award in 2025, to recognise those who have made a significant contribution to European integration or to the promotion of European values. The 20 laureates of this year’s award, announced by President Roberta Metsola in March, include former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, former Solidarność leader and Polish President Lech Wałęsa, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, who are to become Distinguished Members of the European Order of Merit. Meanwhile, the title of Honourable Member will be conferred upon ten recipients, and the title of Member to six others plus the members of the band U2.

Against the backdrop of the current volatile geopolitical situation and threats to global governance, Parliament remains a strong supporter of rules-based multilateralism. On Tuesday evening, Members are due to debate a draft recommendation prepared by the Foreign Affairs Committee (AFET) on the EU’s positions for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), ahead of the 81st session taking place in New York this autumn. The draft recommendation reaffirms the need to safeguard and strengthen multilateralism, supports reform of the UN system (including the UN Security Council) and advocates for peace and security in areas including Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as the continued integration of a human rights-based approach to sustainable development.

A major employer in the EU, the steel industry currently faces high levels of global over-capacity, dependence on Russian imports, and threats to its competitiveness from US tariffs. On Monday evening, Members are to consider a provisional agreement reached with the Council on a regulation aimed at shielding the EU steel market from the effects of global over-capacity. The regulation will also implement new safeguards to replace those introduced in response to the first Trump administration tariffs, which expire in June 2026. The provisional agreement supports the Commission’s proposal to significantly reduce quotas and double tariffs, while also requiring product traceability in allocating annual quotas. The new legislation would apply from 1 July 2026, with a first review scheduled within six months.

Posing a risk to the internal market and creating uncertainty for investors, the current rules for foreign direct investment (FDI) screening are not consistent across all EU countries. On Tuesday, Members are set to consider a provisional agreement on the revised FDI Screening Regulation. The revision seeks to define a minimum scope for mandatory screening by EU Member States, strengthen cooperation and accountability, and streamline processes and interoperability. During the interinstitutional negotiations, Parliament successfully advocated for a broader minimum scope for mandatory screening. The agreed text streamlines national screening procedures to reduce complexity and creates greater transparency to make the EU a more attractive place for investors. These provisions would provide a minimum level of harmonisation across the EU and if adopted, the regulation would start to apply 18 months after its entry into force.

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes further integrated into our daily lives, it also impacts on global relations. On Tuesday evening, Members are due to consider an own-initiative report from the Committee on International Trade (INTA) on leveraging AI in EU trade policy. The report illustrates the potential benefits of AI use in trade, such as its potential to reduce market-entry barriers, strengthen customs and border controls, and support consumer protection. However, the report also addresses potential concerns, such as the impact on third-country competitiveness, global labour markets and the environment. Ultimately, the report argues that the EU’s AI strategy should play a key role in shaping the rules in which AI operates and use all the tools available to the EU to protect the rules-based multilateral trading system from AI-generated market fragmentation.

In this increasingly digital world, cybercrime is a global issue. On Wednesday, Parliament is to consider giving its consent to the EU’s conclusion of the agreement on the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. The convention creates an international framework for cooperation to prevent and tackle cybercrime, which is frequently transnational. It also supports law enforcement measures and sets out a framework to provide global technical assistance. The Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) recommends that Parliament give its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, despite some criticism on the protection of fundamental rights.

Parliament remains committed to supporting victims of violent crime and advocating stronger protection of victims’ rights. On Wednesday, Parliament will consider formal adoption of an agreed text on the revised Victims’ Rights Directive. Under this text, Member States will be obliged to implement support for victims, including helplines, robust reporting procedures, and to provide greater access to legal aid and compensation. EU governments will also have to provide specific support for victims with particular needs, such as children or those requiring physical protection.

On Tuesday, Members are to consider giving Parliament’s consent to the new EU–Uzbekistan Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA). The agreement reflects the EU’s growing strategic engagement with Central Asia, strengthens ties with Uzbekistan and replaces the existing cooperation agreement in force since 1999. A report from Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET) welcomes Uzbekistan’s economic reforms and regional role and stresses that respect for human rights, democracy and the rule of law must remain central to the partnership. AFET recommends Parliament give consent to the agreement.

Railway capacity management remains fragmented in the European Union, leading to congestion and poor cross-border coordination. On Tuesday afternoon, Members are scheduled to consider a provisional agreement on streamlining rail management across the EU. Following a Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) report calling for more efficient use of rail infrastructure by increasing funding, coordinating cross-border capacity and traffic management and using digital tools to help reduce congestion, Parliament’s negotiators succeeded in introducing greater flexibility for rail capacity planning, with national networks encouraged to cooperate more closely.

Forests provide many benefits for society but have come under increased pressure from climate change in recent years. On Tuesday afternoon, Parliament is due to consider a provisional agreement reached with Council negotiators on the proposed regulation on forest reproductive material (FRM) needed to plant or replace forests. The proposal would require Member States to draw up contingency plans to ensure a sufficient supply of FRM to reforest areas affected by extreme weather events, natural disaster and disease.

The number of people playing video games across the EU has risen since the COVID‑19 pandemic. On Thursday, Members are due to debate a European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) that raises the issue of online video game lifespans. Gathering over one million signatures, the Stop Destroying Video Games ECI calls to prevent publishers from discontinuing access to online video games. A hearing organised by the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO), the Committee on Legal Affairs (LEGA) and the Committee on Petitions (PETI) underlined that, at present, EU consumer protection law does not specifically address the long-term usability of videogames. The European Commission is obliged to set out its views before 27 July 2026.

Parliament’s consent for the conclusion of new protocols for fisheries agreements is on the agenda on Wednesday afternoon. The first, a new protocol to the existing EU fisheries partnership agreement with the government of the Cook Islands would grant fishing opportunities to EU vessels in the Cook Islands’ waters while also promoting the country’s sustainable management of fisheries resources. Parliament is also set to consider the protocol implementing the EU-São Tomé and Príncipe fisheries agreement (2025-2029). This new protocol would allow EU vessels to continue fishing for tuna and other species in São Tomé and Príncipe’s waters in return for an EU financial contribution, a portion of which would support São Tomé and Príncipe’s fisheries policy. The Committee on Fisheries (PECH) recommends that Parliament give its consent to the conclusion of both protocols.

European Parliament Plenary Session May 2026 – agenda

Categories: Afrika, European Union

Jonas Salk, le scientifique qui a utilisé sa famille comme cobayes et a sauvé l'humanité de la polio

BBC Afrique - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:12
Le 12 avril 1955, le Dr Jonas Salk annonça que son vaccin contre la poliomyélite était sûr et efficace. Il allait sauver d'innombrables vies, mais il refusa de breveter le vaccin, le qualifiant de « cadeau aux enfants du monde ».
Categories: Africa, Afrique

VIDEO. Drame évité de justesse à Blida : Un chauffard arrêté après des manœuvres surréalistes

Algérie 360 - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 16:07

Les images ont fait le tour de la Toile en quelques heures. On y voit un petit camion multiplier les manœuvres entre Larbaâ et Ouled […]

L’article VIDEO. Drame évité de justesse à Blida : Un chauffard arrêté après des manœuvres surréalistes est apparu en premier sur .

Categories: Afrique

Sicherheitsmann erleidet Verbrennungen: Heftige Ausschreitungen beim Léman-Derby

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:48
Schwere Krawalle beim Super-League-Spiel in Genf: Fans von Servette und Lausanne zündeten Pyrotechnik, attackierten Sicherheitskräfte und beschädigten ein Einsatzfahrzeug. Die Polizei ermittelt.

Dozens of dogs rescued and suspect arrested in Uganda after BBC investigation

BBC Africa - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:37
A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

Dozens of dogs rescued and suspect arrested in Uganda after BBC investigation

BBC Africa - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:37
A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

«Ich war schockiert»: Kundin schickt TV-Box von Yallo zurück – und erhält hohe Rechnung

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:36
Die Zürcher Kundin ist kein Einzelfall, wie die Statistik zeigt: Sunrise führt mit ihren Tochterfirmen wie Yallo auch dieses Jahr die Ärgerliste an. Aber auch die Swisscom verzeichnet mehr Beschwerden.

Bundesrat schiesst gegen SVP-Initiative: So teuer käme uns der Zuwanderungs-Stopp

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:31
Der Bundesrat warnt vor einem Bevölkerungsdeckel: Die AHV würde Milliarden verlieren, Steuereinnahmen sinken und der Fachkräftemangel zunehmen. Besonders der Zeitpunkt der Publikation der Studie irritiert.

Nouvelle ligne Volotea vers l’Algérie : cette ville française enfin reliée à Oran cet été

Algérie 360 - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:26

Après deux ans d’attente et une pétition massive de la diaspora, c’est enfin officiel : Volotea reliera Limoges à Oran dès cet été. Une première […]

L’article Nouvelle ligne Volotea vers l’Algérie : cette ville française enfin reliée à Oran cet été est apparu en premier sur .

Categories: Afrique, Swiss News

Jugendliche legen Feuer und sprühen Graffitis an die Wand: Geplatztes Millionen-Projekt wird zur Geisterstadt

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:12
Seit 2023 stehen die Rohbauten einer unvollendeten Siedlung im östlichen Zentrum Englands leer. Jugendliche zünden dort Feuer und sprühen Graffitis an die Wände. Anwohner und Stadtrat warnen vor Sicherheitsrisiken und fordern eine schnelle Lösung.
Categories: Africa, Swiss News

50 Franken, Ziel unbekannt: Airline bietet Mystery-Flüge an

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 15:04
Du steigst ins Flugzeug – doch dein Ziel bleibt geheim. Mystery-Flights versprechen Abenteuer statt Planung. Während Wizz Air den Trend pusht, reagieren Schweizer Airlines zurückhaltend. Was steckt hinter dem Hype?
Categories: Africa, Swiss News

WM-Zuhause der Stars: Nati bedient sich am tschechischen Gold-Rezept

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 14:53
Heute Mittwoch checken die Schweizer Nati-Spieler in ihr WM-Zuhause ein – und sind dabei so nah wie nur möglich am Puls der Hockey-Euphorie.
Categories: Nyugat-Balkán, Swiss News

1700 Passagiere stranden: Erbrechen und Durchfall auf Kreuzfahrtschiff in Frankreich

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 14:50
Auf einem Kreuzfahrtschiff im Hafen von Bordeaux sind über 1700 Menschen unter Quarantäne. Nach dem Tod eines 90-jährigen Passagiers zeigen 50 weitere Personen Symptome einer Magen-Darm-Erkrankung. Die Ursache wird noch untersucht.
Categories: Afrique, Swiss News

Fahrer (57) schweigt: Ferrari kommt von A1 ab und kracht in Böschung

Blick.ch - Wed, 05/13/2026 - 14:46
Ein Autofahrer kam am frühen Mittwochmorgen auf der A1 von der Fahrbahn ab, durchbrach den Zaun und landete in der Böschung. Am Zaun und auch am Sportwagen entstand grosser Sachschaden
Categories: Afrique, Swiss News

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