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EU sanctions renewal becomes routine
Advocates of ending restrictions find it hard to argue that Russia has mended its ways
EUEastern EU consumers are buying more cars
Convergence between eastern and western EU appears in the car market
Eastern EuropeCommission will seek to drive EU integration again
In an address remarkable for its boldness, the European Commission president has sketched out an optimistic agenda
EUMay will face pressure to amend EU (Withdrawal) Bill
The government has overcome another obstacle, but it could be forced to make concessions in the coming weeks
United KingdomBlair EU-UK immigration proposal may not gain traction
The former prime minister said Brexit was not necessary to control immigration
EUEU-UK free movement compromise will need flexibility
Both sides’ positions appear deeply entrenched, but EU rules are more flexible than often alleged
EUGerman-Turkish tensions could ease after election
German politicians have toughened their rhetoric, but that may be part of their election campaigning
GermanyFood fears will add to insecurities in eastern EU
Agitation around inferior food products highlights Central-East European insecurities
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