AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoChild Safety Online: France has become the first European country to ban social media for children under 15, with lawmakers approving the bill and President Emmanuel Macron set to sign it; platforms must verify ages and under-15s will be blocked from creating new accounts from September 1, with existing accounts closed by January 1, 2027. EU Sanctions Standoff: Greece is the main hold-up on the EU’s next Russia sanctions push, arguing a full ban on Russian LNG imports would hurt its dominant shipping industry and jobs. Migration Tragedy: The UN reports at least 144 migrants dead or missing after boat incidents off Mauritania as people continue dangerous routes toward Europe. Tech Regulation & Competition: EU regulators are preparing formal subsidy charges against JD.com over its bid for Germany’s Ceconomy, under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation. Heat & Wildfires: Europe’s heatwave conditions are worsening wildfire risk, with emergency warnings and preparations highlighted across affected regions. Ireland-UK-EU Ties: Ireland says it is “ready to support” closer UK-EU relations under Andy Burnham, with talks covering Northern Ireland and energy.
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