EU–Mercosur trade deal approved after 25 years of negotiations
The European Union’s trade agreement with Mercosur passed with the required qualified majority, despite opposition from France, Poland, Austria, Ireland, and Hungary. EU capitals have until 6 p.m. to submit any formal objections. German industrial leaders describe the deal as a “major success.”
Austria: Ban on Islamic headscarves in schools for girls under 14 becomes law
The law was approved by a large majority in Austria’s parliament, with the exception of the Greens, who deemed the measure unconstitutional — According to the government, about 12,000 girls and teenagers are affected by the new law
Three days of national mourning in Austria after school massacre – 21-year-old gunman ends his life
The school where the attack took place will remain closed until further notice
