The deal involves a cable running beneath the Black Sea that would link Azerbaijan to Hungary via Georgia and Romania, aimed at decreasing dependency on Russian oil and gas.
The gas crisis has driven up energy prices and pushed some countries – particularly in Europe – to delay their commitment to phasing out the most polluting of fossil fuels.
Self-proclaimed free speech warrior Elon Musk’s more unfettered version of Twitter could collide with new European rules, as officials warn the company must comply with its laws targeting toxic content.
European Union leaders expected to formally sign off on the decision on Thursday in Brussels, amid concerns of growing influence by Russia and China in the Balkan states.
Tehran's move comes hours after EU foreign ministers imposed new sanctions against Iran amid months-long protests in the country.
Four suspects have been charged and remanded in custody in a Belgian investigation into alleged corruption at the European Parliament.
NGOs document tactics used by European border guards, such as extreme beatings and sexual assaults in order to push back migrants and asylum seekers over the last two years.
The cap is to be reviewed every two months, with the option to modify it according to price changes.
In anticipation of the effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Europe, the European Union is holding a one-day summit in Tirana, Albania, with leaders from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia.
Western leaders want to bleed Moscow financially but China and India haven't indicated if they plan to abandon the purchase of Russian oil.
European Union spokesperson tells TRT World that the bloc has identified a "slowdown" in Twitter's compliance with EU law, warning Musk must follow its new rules to continue services in Europe.
EU Council President Charles Michel’s upcoming visit to China shows that energy-starved Europe wants to secure economic ties with Beijing.
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