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Europe's new Age Verification app faces serious security concerns. A researcher claims to have easily hacked the system, highlighting flaws in how it stores data and bypasses security. The app, designed to protect children online, reportedly allows users to prove someone else's age, not their own. This raises questions about its effectiveness and the safety of user data.

In a landmark decision, the European Union has greenlit an impressive €90 billion loan to Ukraine alongside a new wave of sanctions targeting Russia, effectively breaking a prolonged deadlock. This vital financial support, designated for military and fiscal stability, follows Hungary and Slovakia's recent agreement to resume oil flows through a major pipeline.

A ceasefire between the US and Iran is reportedly still in place despite an Iranian attack on US destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting US retaliatory strikes. Both sides accuse the other of initiating the exchange, threatening a fragile truce that ended weeks of conflict. Tensions remain high as negotiations continue.

Europe has launched a free, open-source app for precise age verification, aiming to shield children from harmful online content. This initiative challenges social media platforms to enhance their child protection measures, with potential fines for non-compliance. Several EU nations are also exploring national social media bans for younger teens due to mental health concerns.

The European Union’s (EU) newly appointed competition chief has sent a clear message to the Trump administration: political pressure will not derail investigations into American technology giants like Google, Meta, Apple and X, among other major US companies. Anthony Whelan, who is a former close aide to European Commission President ursula von der Leyen, has been appointed to lead the EU’s competition directorate.

France is ditching Microsoft Windows for Linux, a significant step in Europe's push for digital sovereignty and reduced reliance on American tech giants. This move, aimed at regaining control over data and digital infrastructure, aligns with broader EU efforts to lessen dependence on foreign technology. The initiative begins with government digital agencies, signaling a strategic shift in national digital policy.

European leaders may be uncomfortable with Trump’s Iran war, but won’t dare criticise him. For, US remains the guarantor of Western security. But European publics are increasingly losing patience with this hypocrisy, punishing those seen as close to Trump

European Union energy chief Dan Jorgensen stated that energy prices will remain high for the foreseeable future. He noted that even if peace is achieved tomorrow, a return to normal levels is not expected soon. The EU is preparing measures to assist families and businesses. Efforts are underway to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on Russian gas.

Hungary's prime minister said Wednesday that Budapest would phase out gas deliveries to Ukraine, the latest salvo in the feud between the two countries over a damaged pipeline transporting Russian oil. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose country is a major gas supplier to Ukraine, has accused Kyiv of delaying repairs on the pipeline, effectively stopping the flow of Russian oil to Hungary and its neighbour Slovakia.

A coalition of European tech companies and publishers has urged the EU regulator to expedite its nearly two-year probe into Google's search practices. They argue that European businesses are facing bankruptcy due to Google's alleged conduct, demanding a significant fine without further delay to protect the Commission's credibility and prevent the dilution of the DMA.

European Commission President ursula von der Leyen is in New Delhi for a four-day visit aimed at strengthening India-EU ties. The trip precedes summit talks where a free trade agreement, a defense partnership, and a mobility framework for professionals are expected to be finalized. The visit underscores the deepening engagement between the two major democracies.

The European Commission President ursula von der Leyen’s appearance at the Republic Day parade, and the ensembles she has chosen since, have drawn considerable attention not only for the historic significance of the occasion, but also for her thoughtful sartorial choices during her India visit.

The European Commission President ursula von der Leyen’s appearance at the Republic Day parade drew attention not only for the historic significance of the occasion, but also for her thoughtful sartorial choice

European Commission President ursula von der Leyen stated that a successful India contributes to global stability and prosperity. The presence of EU leaders at India's Republic Day parade highlighted the strengthening India-EU partnership and commitment to shared values, with a new security and defense pact expected to be signed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met European Commission President ursula von der Leyen in Delhi to discuss enhancing their strategic partnership. Von der Leyen, leading the EU College of Commissioners, has emphasised the importance of India as a trusted friend and ally, aiming to deepen bilateral ties.

European Commission President ursula von der Leyen met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday and discussed ways to take the India-EU partnership forward and exchanged views on the impact of the Ukraine conflict. European Commission President, who is on a two-day visit, is also slated to meet President Ram Nath Kovind and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

European Commission chief ursula von der Leyen is working to form a coalition after the far right's surge in the European Parliament election, with her centre-right European People's Party gaining seats.

European Union (EU) chief ursula von der Leyen secured another five-year term as president of the European Commission after winning support from EU lawmakers on Thursday. The 720-member European Parliament approved her with 401 votes in favour, 284 against, and 15 abstentions. Von der Leyen needed 361 votes to pass. Her selection comes at the same time as the arrival of recently elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer.

Donald Trump and ursula von der Leyen announced a trade deal between the US and EU, aiming to resolve a prolonged transatlantic trade dispute. Trump and ursula von der Leyen met in Scotland for crucial discussions, seeking to resolve the prolonged transatlantic trade dispute, with negotiations reaching their final stages.

ursula von der Leyen's plane faced suspected Russian GPS jamming during landing in Bulgaria. Bulgarian authorities suspect Russian interference. The plane landed safely at Plovdiv International Airport. Von der Leyen was visiting Bulgaria as part of a tour. The region is vulnerable to "Russian hybrid threats."