US President Donald Trump recently demanded that the EU refrain from buying Russian gas and oil. The European Parliament now supports a prompt phase-out and is even closing loopholes for some member states.
By Manuel Berkel
The Socialists reject the Commission President's central reform proposal for the new EU financial framework. The EPP is also demanding far-reaching concessions – otherwise a rejection is "unavoidable".
By Till Hoppe
Donald Trump has unexpectedly announced another summit meeting with Vladimir Putin. The proposed location is drawing particular attention: Budapest. However, it is not yet clear when. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is already enthusiastic.
By Almut Siefert
The debate over Parliament’s own-initiative report on the 28th regime for European startups highlights the difficult balance between harmonization goals and political feasibility.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
After 18 months of negotiations, the European Parliament and member states have reached an agreement on the European Defense Industrial Program (EDIP). One provision in particular, intended to benefit European companies, was controversial.
By Stephan Israel
The European Commission has adopted its roadmap for Europe’s defense capabilities through 2030. Four pan-European flagship projects will close key capability gaps. There is no cost information on the joint armaments effort.
By Stephan Israel
In a week, the EU heads of state and government will meet in Brussels to discuss the rearmament for Ukraine, Europe’s economy, and climate targets. Chancellor Merz delivered a government statement on this on Thursday.
By Lukas Knigge
On Thursday, the Internal Market Committee adopted Christel Schaldemose’s own-initiative report on protecting minors online by a large majority. It will go to the plenary in November.
By Corinna Visser
Negotiations on the MFF are due to take place at the upcoming EU summit. Spending on defence is set to increase significantly. However, defence readiness must not – and must not – come at the expense of climate protection.
By Tiago Antunes and Mats Engström
The Internal Market Committee in the European Parliament supports the Commission’s proposal against outside influence. Member states are to set up a transparency register for organizations that receive funding from third countries.
By Markus Grabitz
