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INTERVIEW Palestinian rights chief on ICJ: 'We're on right side of history'

EUobserver speaks with Raji Sourani, the director and founder of the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights and a leading human rights lawyer in Gaza — who has twice survived targeted bombings. Read on »

EU's lost influence in Sahel is 'a disaster', experts tell MEPs

The EU must accept the 'new realities' of military regimes in the Sahel region or risk losing what remains of its influence to Russia and China, experts have warned EU lawmakers. Read on »

OPINION How the chemical-industry lobby pushes 'safe use' exemptions

Ever since the EU Commission published its hazardous chemicals strategy, the industry has lobbied to undermine and dilute its promises — and lobbyists can point to some clear wins. Read on »

INVESTIGATION A hidden threat: Asbestos fibres in our drinking water

Thousands of kilometres of decaying asbestos cement water pipes are releasing possibly carcinogenic fibres into drinking water across Europe, but thus far, no EU measurement or reporting standards are in place. Read on »

EU presents economic security plan, amid China rivalry

The European Commission tabled a proposal to strengthen so-called 'economic security' in the bloc. These are the most important elements. Read on »

MEP Valérie Hayer to be next Renew Europe leader

French MEP Valérie Hayer has won the group's backing to become the new president of Renew Europe, EUobserver has learned, replacing France's new foreign affairs minister, Stéphane Séjourné. Read on »

EU proposes new powers for European Works Councils

The EU Commission has proposed a new revision of the directive on European Works Councils, the bodies that represent workers at company level, after 15 years without revision, in order to address a number of shortcomings. Read on »

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