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Ukraine war: Why Kim sends his best soldiers

The South Korean intelligence service is making strong accusations against North Korea: Kim's regime is apparently sending troops to Russia on a large scale. Meanwhile, China is keeping a conspicuously low profile, despite the growing ties between Putin and Kim diminishing its influence.

By Redaktion Table

EU summit: tepid response to Zelenskiy's 'victory plan'

Zelenskiy came to Brussels to promote his "victory plan". However, the response from the heads of state and government was muted. The plan found no mention in the summit's conclusions. On the topic of migration, a further tightening of policies became apparent.

By Stephan Israel

Jørgensen hearing: DG wants roadmap to end Russian imports

In a preparatory document for the designated Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, his Directorate-General shows toughness towards Russia. It hints at concessions to France on the nuclear issue. An alternative to the division of electricity price zones is also outlined.

By Manuel Berkel

Battery recycling: Why all eyes are on China

China is facing a wave of discarded EV batteries. Politicians and industry have taken precautions and want to make the most of the recycling boom – both ecologically and financially. Europe can learn from this.

By Christian Domke Seidel

Asylum procedure: Italy starts outsourcing to Albania

Travel costs of up to €18,000 per person were incurred when the Italian coastguard brought the first 16 asylum seekers to Albania. Their asylum application is to be decided there in a fast-track procedure. The opposition speaks of an "ugly, cynical and expensive operation".

By Almut Siefert