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EU lawmakers fail to agree on new air passengers' rights law
- EU co-legislators failed to reach a compromise on the air passengers' rights law during trilogue talks Monday evening.
- The draft would set stricter rights, including compensation for delays and ending cabin luggage fees, but faces industry opposition.
- Member states pushed to raise the compensation threshold from three to four hours, a point opposed by several states.
- Regional airlines warn higher rules could be unaffordable for their operations, complicating service to remote areas.
- Consumer groups argue hand luggage charges are illegal and should be banned from basic fares.
- Parliament remains committed to protecting travelers' rights, citing the three-hour rule and financial compensation as key protections.
- Negotiations are paused with mediation expected under the upcoming Cypriot Presidency starting January 2026.
- The transport committee plans a vote on the proposal on January 12, 2026, ahead of plenary in Strasbourg.
- Officials note broad differences but also shared goals among co-legislators.
- The Cypriot Presidency will mediate talks among co-legislators when it takes office in 2026.
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