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In Greece, the spyware was used against journalists, politicians, and businessmen, and it was also exported to countries 'with poor human rights records' (Photo: EUobserver)

Commissioners' no-show at spyware hearing angers MEPs

"Europe is now officially the spyware paradise of the world. Congratulations, Commission," said MEP Sophie in 't Veldt (Renew Europe) during a debate on the latest developments in the use of spyware in the EU at the European Parliament on Thursday (26 October).

The justice committee had invited a number of experts to share their testimonies and explore responses to the continued use of surveillance technologies such the Israeli-manufactured

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Paula joined EUobserver in January 2023 and left for Euronews in 2024. Previously she worked for the Spanish online newspaper El Confidencial, where she covered mainly economic and financial affairs.

In Greece, the spyware was used against journalists, politicians, and businessmen, and it was also exported to countries 'with poor human rights records' (Photo: EUobserver)

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Paula joined EUobserver in January 2023 and left for Euronews in 2024. Previously she worked for the Spanish online newspaper El Confidencial, where she covered mainly economic and financial affairs.

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