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Ursula Von Der Leyen · BrusselsThe European Union’s executive arm on Wednesday put forward a proposal for a 2 trillion euro ($2.31 trillion) seven-year budget for the bloc starting in 2028, with a significant increase in funding allocated for defense.
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EU proposes raising defense funding in 2-trillion-euro budget
40% Center coverage: 113 sources

France Politics · FranceFrench Prime Minister François Bayrou has sparked a political firestorm with his sweeping budget cut proposals, aiming to slash €44 billion in public spending. Opposition parties across the spectrum have condemned the plan as unjust and socially damaging, particularly measures like scrapping public holidays and freezing welfare. Several have threatened a no-confidence vote, accusing Bayrou of bypassing democratic debate.See the Story
France: Opposition Slams PM Bayrou’s Budget Cut Plan
44% Left coverage: 25 sources

European Politics · BelgiumThe European Union has begun consultations to further simplify environmental policies after cutting back an initial set of sustainability laws earlier this year in response to criticism from industries.See the Story
EU eyes more cutbacks to environmental laws after industry criticism
34% Center coverage: 6 sources