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  Netherlands: EPPO concludes subsidy fraud case with punitive order in cancer research projects

  European Public Prosecutor's Office

  March 19, 2026

  (Luxembourg, 19 March 2026) – The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Rotterdam (Netherlands) has concluded an investigation into EU subsidy fraud related to cancer research projects, following the issuance of a punitive order against one individual. The sanction consists of 60 hours of community service and a fine of €10 000. The case concerns health and innovation projects funded under the Eurostars programme for SMEs, co-funded by the EU.

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  Turning partnership into action: OLAF meets African counterparts to strengthen cooperation against fraud and illicit trade

  OLAF

  March 19, 2026

  The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) hosted the African-European Investigation Forum, held on 17–18 March 2026 in Brussels, bringing together around 80 representatives of investigative, control and anti-corruption authorities from across Africa to discuss best practices and exchange operational experience.  Participants from 29 African countries met with experts from OLAF to strengthen cooperation in the fight against fraud affecting public funds and against illicit trade. By bringing together partners from different regions and institutions, the forum provided a platform to reinforce trust and develop direct contacts that are essential for fast and effective cooperation in complex cross-border cases.

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  Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning restrictive measures directed against certain persons, entities and bodies in view of the situation in Ukraine

  European Council

  March 19, 2026

  Decision (CFSP) 2025/490 extends the restrictive measures until 6 March 2027 and updates the information in the Annex to that Decision regarding the rights of defence and the right to effective judicial protection. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova (Republic of), Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Ukraine align themselves with this Council Decision. They will ensure that their national policies conform to this Council Decision. The European Union takes note of this commitment and welcomes it.