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During a formal ceremony attended by Ambassador of the European Union to Lebanon, Sandra De Waele, six ambulances were handed over to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF).
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From 10 to 13 June, Larnaca, Cyprus hosted a significant meeting of around 30 officials from the Middle East, North Africa, and the European Union, aimed at reinforcing the fight against terrorism within prison systems.
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The EU Crime Fighting Week took place on 10-14 June 2024, bringing together EU institutions, international partners and EU-funded projects.
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In Central Asia, the widespread influence of Russian media and limited access to varied information sources pose significant challenges. This environment is fertile ground for the spread of propaganda, exacerbated by the high usage of the internet and social media.
The MediLabSecure project, funded by the European Union (EU) through the European Centres of Excellence for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation, marks its 10th anniversary this month.
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Around the world, from sub-Saharan Africa to the Middle East and the Caucasus, projects funded by the European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) are having a transformative impact on the lives of women.