AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCatholic Diplomacy in France: Pope Leo XIV wrapped up his visit in Metz, urging religious leaders to preach peace and unity and pointing to Robert Schuman’s legacy as Europe’s “roots of dialogue.” Assisted Dying Backlash: In Lourdes, he condemned euthanasia as “false compassion,” as France’s assisted-dying law continues to spark debate. Spain Housing Crisis: Tens of thousands protested in Madrid after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen, with activists demanding a new decree to curb forced removals and tackle rent pressure. EU Travel Policy Watch: The EU’s updated Schengen visa rules and fee exemptions were clarified, while Spain also rolled out major traffic regulation changes from 1 October. Volcanic Travel Disruption: Mount Etna ash kept Italy’s Catania airport suspended for a third day, stranding passengers and shifting routes. Tourism Rankings: The WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index put Japan first, with Spain, France, Germany, the UK, Switzerland and Italy all in Europe’s top tier. Energy & Mobility: SOCAR moved into Italy’s fuel-price fight via Italiana Petroli, while Poland and Lithuania discussed evacuation planning for the Baltic NATO corridor.
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