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Deutsche Welle

Hungary's Government Needs to Meet Conditions to Access EU Funds

Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have reached an agreement that could unlock more than €16 billion in EU funds for Hungary. The Hungarian government must meet certain conditions to access these funds.

Deutsche Welle

Demonstration Blocks Major Alpine Pass in Germany

Protesters have blocked a major Alpine pass in Germany to voice their concerns regarding traffic levels. Separately, a German minister is advocating for reduced screen time for children.

Deutsche Welle

Brenner Pass Reopened Following Protests

The Brenner Pass, linking Germany and Italy, was blocked by thousands protesting for reduced traffic. Additionally, a German minister is considering regulations to limit children's screen time.

Al Jazeera English

Barcelona signs Anthony Gordon from Newcastle

Barcelona has acquired Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United. In the recent season, Gordon scored 17 goals in total, with a notable performance in the Champions League, netting 10 goals in 12 games.

Al Jazeera English

Polish President Considers Revoking Honor from Ukraine's Zelenskyy

Polish President Andrzej Duda is contemplating the revocation of a state honor given to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy due to the renaming of a Ukrainian army unit after WWII fighters who killed Poles. This decision has led to considerable outrage in Poland.

Wired

Meta Contractors Protest Layoffs Over Severance Disparities

Contractors at Meta's European headquarters are protesting layoffs, citing disparities in severance packages compared to full-time employees. They argue that the severance offered to them is less generous than that provided to full-time staff.

The Hill

Bulgaria to Reduce US Military Aircraft Presence Following Visa Dispute

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev declared that the country will decrease the number of U.S. military aircraft stationed in Sofia by the end of June 2026. This decision is linked to the Trump administration's refusal to grant a visa-free travel program for Bulgarian visitors to the U.S.

Deutsche Welle

Romania's Political Crisis Continues

Romania's political landscape is in turmoil after the government led by Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan fell in May 2026. Moderate parties are struggling to find a new path, which has allowed far-right factions to gain traction.

Al Jazeera English

French MPs Vote to Repeal Law Governing Slavery in Colonies

French MPs voted on May 29, 2026, to repeal the 'Black Code,' a law that governed slavery in French colonies. This repeal is part of ongoing discussions about France's colonial past and its impact on current societal issues.

Ars Technica

Authorities Dismantle Botnet of Over 17 Million Devices

Authorities in the Netherlands have dismantled a botnet comprising over 17 million devices, managed by 200 servers. The operation was a collaboration between the police and the National Cyber Security Center, initiated after a security researcher reported the network.