European Union

Brussels, my love? MEPs' side jobs: how can the EU be more transparent?

In this edition, we look at what lawmakers' extracurricular activities mean for their core role.

Political violence is on the rise in EU, driven by extremism and disillusionment

European Policy Centre analysts say the general political climate and the upcoming European elections are, in part, responsible for the uptick in violence.

Is Europe's Green Deal entering a grey zone?

Defended by some, criticised by others, misunderstood by many, Europe's Green Deal on climate change has generated heated debate across the EU in recent months. European elections have intensified the..

European elections: What do voters want on climate change? What do candidates promise?

Here is episode 11 of Euronews' guide to the European Parliament elections, taking place from 6 to 9 June.

Spanish Blockade Of Israel Bound Ships: Vessel with 27 Tons of Explosives From India Denied Entry

Spain denied port access to a Danish ship carrying 27 tons of explosives from Chennai to Haifa, Israel, citing the need for peace in the Middle East over more weapons. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose..

European elections: What do voters want? and what do candidates promise?

Watch episode 11 of Euronews' guide on the European elections, taking place from June 6 to 9.

Commission forecasts inflation tumbling, despite oil price hike

Inflation could be just 2.2% in the EU next year, as voters cite concerns over rising prices.

European Union chief Von der Leyen condemns "vile" attack on Slovak Prime Minister

How the EU is plotting a course out of COVID debt to greener future

The next EU Commission will have to cope with a legacy of debt accummulated out of necessity by its predecessor in response to the Covid crisis and the Ukraine War. Instruments are in place to both..

From crisis to cooperation: how the EU handled the troubled 2019-2024 era

The current EU Parliament and Commission had just begun the work of their five-year agenda when it was derailed by Covid-19 and then the Ukraine war. As the institutions' mandate enters a final phase,..

Nicolas Schmit: Socialists and Democrats won't do deals with the far right after EU elections

The EU needs a "courageous" social agenda to revitalise the Green Deal, Nicolas Schmit says. The Socialists and Democrats' lead candidate in the European elections outlined his views on revising the..

EU election: French right-wing party launches its EU electio campaign

A Trump-style wall around the EU, more nuclear power and re-industrialising Europe: these are some of the key points the French right-wing candidate for the EU elections François-Xavier Bellamy hopes..

EU completes reform of migration rules, despite Poland and Hungary voting against

The European Union has completed the reform of its migration and asylum policy, a watershed moment that for a decade proved stubbornly elusive.

20th anniversary of EU expansion that opened new business horizons

The largest-ever expansion of the EU in 2004 saw 10 mainly eastern and central European countries fulfill long-held ambitions of joining the bloc. Many were emerging from decades of communist rule and..

Belgian MEP Hilde Vautmans blamed for misuse of EU funds and bullying personnel

Belgian MEP Hilde Vautmans who is accused of misusing EU funds, has rejected the allegations, maintaining that her actions were compliant with regulations.

Von der Leyen pitches plan to shield EU from foreign interference if re-elected

Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled plans to set up a European Democracy Shield to protect the EU from malign foreign interference if she secures a second term at the helm of the Commission.

Is Serbia sliding towards authoritarianism or closer to EU membership?

Serbia applied for European Union membership in 2009 and was accepted as an official candidate country in 2012 but since then little progress has been made towards joining the bloc with Aleksandar..

Rise of the far right: is EU stability at risk?

EU urges Georgia's government to stick with democratic path to EU membership

The so-called "Russian law" risks jeopardizing Georgia's ambition to join the European Union. 12 member states have asked the EU to clarify whether the law will lead to the potential suspension of..

European scientists call for 3% of GDP to be devoted to research

The EU falls short of the research funding levels called for and is at a clear disadvantage compared to South Korea, the United States, and Japan.

'Completely regrettable': Brussels demands answers over ban on EU flags at Eurovision

The European Commission has expressed anger over a ban on EU flags at the Eurovision Song Contest and demands explanations.

Fearing Russian invasion Estonia's civilians heed their country's call to arms

EU member Estonia feels threatened by neighbour Russia. This year, the small NATO country will invest over 3% of its GDP to beef up its defence capabilities. It has also been hosting NATO exercises and..

Is this new EU-funded skin cancer screening device a game changer?

Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer and while survival rates have improved in recent years, late diagnosis and delays in treatment remain key challenges.