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EU Parliament's centrist majority splits over deforestation rules

Center-right EPP pushes a one-year postponement and lighter due diligence to align with member states.
Socialists and Renew Europe oppose diluting anti-deforestation rules, fearing weakening protections.
Parliament postponed application of deforestation rules after IT issues and is now considering further delays.
Council positions a 2026 final application date with a six-month cushion for micro and small operators.
MEPs advocating for reform warn the council mandate is flawed and could reopen negotiations.
The EU deforestation regulation originally aimed to start on 30 December 2024 but faced multiple delays.
The vote could reveal a new fracture in the pro‑climate majority supporting von der Leyen's Commission.
German MEP Delara Burkhardt argues for cautious review timing to avoid backtracking on protections.
EU member states pressed for a simplified review by 2026 and potential amendments to the law.
The regulation targets imports of commodities linked to deforestation or forest degradation.

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