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EU Leaders Weaken Wolf Protections Amid Rising Tensions

7/10/2025

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Tensions rise in Europe as a fierce debate over wolf protections heats up. The tragic death of a pony in Germany prompted EU leaders, spearheaded by Ursula von der Leyen, to vote for weaker protections. Conservationists warn this move endangers biodiversity and could spark a surge in wolf killings, jeopardizing years of dedicated conservation work.

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Tensions rise in Europe as a fierce debate over wolf protections heats up. The tragic death of a pony in Germany prompted EU leaders, spearheaded by Ursula von der Leyen, to vote for weaker protections. Conservationists warn this move endangers biodiversity and could spark a surge in wolf killings, jeopardizing years of dedicated conservation work.