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Photos illustrating greenhouse gas emissions in Brussels
  • News article

Although greenhouse gas emissions reached a record high in 2025, six of the 16 major emitters, contributing over 1% of global emissions, achieved reductions, including Australia, Brazil and Japan. The EU cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 0.2% relative to 2024, while US emissions rose by +2.2%.

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Europol headquarters, The Hague
  • Press release

Europol supported a Spanish-led investigation that dismantled one of the largest criminal networks smuggling cannabis, synthetic drugs, migrants, weapons, and fugitives across the Western Mediterranean. The operation led to the arrest of 78 suspects and the seizure of 18 high-speed vessels.

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  • News article

As families across Nepal face the human toll of its recent deadly floods, the EU is adding to the relief effort by delivering 82 tonnes of essential supplies, including nutrition and shelter. This comes in addition to the EU’s ongoing response. A further €500,000 will facilitate EU aid delivery.

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