AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoICC and Rule of Law: The European Parliament awarded its 2026 Sakharov Prize to the International Criminal Court and its officials, days after US sanctions targeted the court. Black Sea Security: MEPs condemned Russian attacks on civilian shipping and urged the EU to consider a naval mission, while criticizing Bulgaria’s response ahead of its presidential election. EU Defence: Cyprus pressed Brussels to resume work on the bloc’s mutual-assistance clause and set out practical next steps. AI and Privacy: EU governments backed a negotiating position on digital rules that would simplify regulation but could allow personal data to be used in AI training under certain conditions. Ukraine and EU Budget: Council President António Costa said the EU could cover about two-thirds of Ukraine’s additional €70 billion funding needs for 2027, with a decision expected in November. He is also seeking a deal on the bloc’s next long-term budget at a November leaders’ meeting.
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