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CENTRAL EUROPE: Austria’s first deportation to Syria prompts Germany to follow ― Afghan family wins visa battle against German government ― Germany planning migration summit ― Polish farmers join ‘citizen patrols’ ― Czech MPs adopt draft asylum and mig…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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July 10, 2025
Austria has deported a Syrian national to Syria for the first time since the start of the civil war in 2011. Germany has announced that it will also begin deporting Syrians with criminal records. A court in Berlin has ruled that the German...
L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests Welcome Slovakia as 52nd Winning Country
EIN Presswire
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July 14, 2025
Slovakia joins 51 countries in the prestigious Writers & Illustrators of the Future Contests, celebrating global talent in sci-fi and fantasy. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For more than 40 years, the L. Ron...
ENVO’s Urban e-Velomobile Veemo Arrives in Europe, Assembled Locally by GEOBIKE in Poland
EIN Presswire
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July 9, 2025
ENVO Drive has announced the launch of European production for the most practical e-velomobile, the Veemo, through a new partnership with GEOBIKE in Poland. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ENVO Drive...
CENTRAL EUROPE: Court rules Germany’s pushback policy unlawful ― Hungarian government postpones vote on controversial anti-NGO law ― UN report reveals positive contribution of Ukrainian refugees to Poland’s economy
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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June 12, 2025
A German court has ruled that the new government’s policy of turning away undocumented people at the border is unlawful. The vote on a controversial legislative proposal aimed at severely curtailing the activities of NGOs in Hungary has been...
Hungary proposes holding Ukraine peace discussions
MENAFN
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June 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungary has reiterated its willingness to host peace negotiations aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated on Thursday. Since the conflict intensified in February 2022, Hungary has taken...
Landmark report spotlights Switzerland’s rise as a global leader in Deep Tech where startups are driving $100B in value
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 26, 2025
Zurich, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While global attention has often centered on innovation hubs such as Silicon Valley, Berlin, or Paris, today, fresh data from Dealroom.co and Startupticker in a new report spotlights how Switzerland has...
Poland’s PFR Launches €150 M Deep-Tech Fund-Of-Funds
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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May 30, 2025
WARSAW, Poland, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PFR Ventures, the investment arm of the Polish Development Fund (PFR), has introduced PFR Deep Tech, a fund-of-funds programme that will deploy at least €150 million into breakthrough and dual-use...
New Music Alert Moments from Multi Talented Austrian Singer Songwriter Yunger
EIN Presswire
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June 16, 2025
Track Title: Moments Genre: Folk, Singer-Songwriter Launch Date: Out Now ISRC Code: QZK6J2571176 VIENNA, AUSTRIA, June 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Austrian singer-songwriter Felix Junger, known as Yunger, is set to captivate audiences with...
Hungary blames Ukraine for energy predicament
MENAFN
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May 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has accused Ukraine of endangering Europe's energy stability by refusing to extend a key natural gas transit deal. In a statement posted on Facebook, Szijjarto claimed that Kiev’s decision to...
Hungary Blames Ukraine for Energy Conflict
MENAFN
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s decision to halt pipeline gas transit through its territory has jeopardized energy security across Europe, according to Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. He emphasized that Hungary has been able to maintain its gas...
Hungary Secures Gas via Serbia as Ukraine Cuts Russian Transit
MENAFN
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May 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has warned that Ukraine’s decision to halt gas transit through its territory jeopardizes Europe’s energy security. He noted that Hungary has been able to maintain its energy supplies thanks to...
Smith+Nephew to showcase its CORI™ Surgical System at surgical clinics across Germany, Austria and Switzerland
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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May 5, 2025
“CORI on Tour” will highlight the latest advancements in robotics-assisted surgery for hip and knee joint replacement Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces a months-long roadshow across central...
CENTRAL EUROPE: Austria to suspend family reunification ― Czech government plans to tighten asylum policy ― German government coalition talks pave way for stricter migration policy ― EU court rules on transgender refugee case in Hungary ― Swiss…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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March 27, 2025
The Austrian government is planning to suspend family reunification for people seeking asylum in the country The Czech government has announced plans to tighten its asylum law. The two parties that are expected to form the next German government...
Czech tech company PeckaDesign launches new e-commerce platform for Super zoo
EIN Presswire
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April 25, 2025
PeckaDesign has launched a new online store for Super zoo, Central Europe’s leading pet retailer operated by the Plaček Group. BRNO, CZECH REPUBLIC, April 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- PeckaDesign, a Czech technology company with over 25 years...
SkyFive Validates Next-Generation Inflight Connectivity Service in Central Europe, Powered by A2G and NTN
EIN Presswire
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March 25, 2025
The innovative service combines Air-to-Ground, Non-Terrestrial, and 4G/5G networks to enable seamless, high-performance inflight connectivity. MUNICH, BAVARIA, GERMANY, March 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SkyFive today announced a new...
Hungarian Minister Criticizes European Politicians
MENAFN
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April 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto criticized certain European leaders on Thursday, claiming they are attempting to sabotage efforts to bring about peace in Ukraine. During a joint press conference held in Islamabad alongside his...
Poland cautions Trump about ‘historic mistake’ in Russia discussions
MENAFN
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April 9, 2025
(MENAFN) A senior Polish official has cautioned US President Donald Trump that recognizing Russian control over Ukrainian territories would be a grave mistake, threatening the security of NATO members in Europe. In an interview with Financial...
Indian Grocery Sale Starts at €5 on Dookan’s Online Platform
EIN Presswire
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July 15, 2025
Dookan launches a limited-time 5 Euro Sale on authentic Indian groceries, shop over 20 staples, from spices to snacks, at just €5 each across Central Europe. FRANCE, July 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Europe-based online grocery retailer Dookan...
GXO renews multi-year contract with Grupa Żywiec in Poland
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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April 2, 2025
Logistics leader provides production support, warehousing, shuttle service, and delivery execution for brewer’s global brands, including Heineken ESG engagement drives 70% reduction in energy use; over half a million tons of new glass saved; and 5...
EXEL Industries: Q3 2024-2025 revenue down 10.9%
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 23, 2025
Q3 2024-2025 revenue down 10.9% Growth maintained in Leisure and Industry, with a persistent decline in agriculture Q3 sales (April 2025–June 2025)) 2023-2024 2024-2025 Change (reported) Change (LFL*) Reported Reported €m % €m % AGRICULTURAL...