Brussels approves Poland’s use of post-COVID funds for defence
Defence has become a key priority for the EU following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine with Brussels putting forward an €800 billion plan to boost military production. Read More
Why Russia is unlikely to let the Vatican mediate peace talks with Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV is willing to host peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv, yet Russia’s stance towards the Vatican is likely to prove an obstacle. Read More
What are the EU’s ‘safe country’ proposals for asylum seekers?
The European Commission has put forward two plans to overhaul asylum processes amid a charged political atmosphere over irregular migration. Read More
Spain fails again to secure unanimity to make Catalan, Galician and Basque official EU languages
The Spanish request fell short of the necessary majority, as countries like Finland, Sweden and Austria voiced their reservations. Read More
EU countries ‘losing patience’ as Hungary grilled on Pride march and rule of law
Several EU member countries demanded strong EU actions on Hungary after what they see as a rule of law backsliding, but Hungary has said political hysteria surround the meeting. Read…
EU countries disappointed over Commission’s lacklustre efforts on Ukraine trade deal
The EU executive’s failure to wrap up a long-term free trade agreement with Ukraine despite months of negotiations sparked frustration among the bloc’s agriculture ministers during a closed-door meeting. Read…
French farmers rally as controversial agriculture bill sparks political showdown
The proposed law reflects a broader shift across several EU countries to ease environmental regulations, as farmers continue to battle surging prices and a cost-of-living crisis. Read More
Work complete on undersea power cable linking mainland with Crete, Greece says
Athens hopes to extend the link, dubbed the Great Sea Interconnector, to Cyprus and Israel by the end of the decade. Read More
Man arrested after car drives into pedestrians in Liverpool as city celebrates Premier League win
Liverpool FC held an open-top bus parade through the city to celebrate its Premier League triumph, with tens of thousands of fans lining the streets of the 10-mile route. Read…
German court convicts four ex-Volkswagen managers of fraud in emissions scandal
The German carmaker was accused in 2015 of rigging engine control software to let diesel-powered cars pass emissions tests. Read More