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Scotland scraps 2030 climate target

The Scottish government scraps the 2030 climate target altogether after an independent advisory body deemed it "no longer credible." Further changes are also planned. Criticism has come from environmental organizations and their coalition partner.

By Lukas Bayer

Several member states break EU debt targets

Several EU member states broke their self-imposed rules on budget deficits and national debt last year. With the exception of Cyprus, Denmark, Ireland and Portugal, all EU countries spent more money than they took in.

By Redaktion Table

Foreign ministers agree on Iran sanctions

The EU sanctions regime against Iran's drone program will be extended to include missiles and will also cover Tehran's allies in the Middle East. New aid commitments for Ukraine will probably take a few more days.

By Stephan Israel

Overcapacity and EV price war will intensify

Competition in the electric car market will continue to intensify. Calculations by the Chinese planning authority NDRC show the current overcapacity of some Chinese manufacturers.

By Michael Radunski