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EU Allocates €5.5 Million to Support Independent Journalism

5/21/2025

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The European Union is stepping up to support independent journalism by allocating €5.5 million ($6.2 million) in emergency funding to Radio Free Europe. This crucial aid comes in response to U.S. funding cuts under President Trump, with EU diplomat Kaja Kallas highlighting the importance of safeguarding critical reporting in Eastern Europe against authoritarian threats.

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The European Union is stepping up to support independent journalism by allocating €5.5 million ($6.2 million) in emergency funding to Radio Free Europe. This crucial aid comes in response to U.S. funding cuts under President Trump, with EU diplomat Kaja Kallas highlighting the importance of safeguarding critical reporting in Eastern Europe against authoritarian threats.