France and Italy have joined Spain in refusing to allow the US to use their airspace for the war in Iran. Trump is lashing out at France.
By Markus Grabitz
Ahead of the parliamentary elections, Prime Minister Orbán is running a campaign based on fear. He warns of war and financial ruin should opposition leader Péter Magyar come to power with his Tisza Party.
By Stephan Israel
Italy is extending the use of coal-fired power plants due to the energy crisis triggered by the war in Iran. Environmental groups are sharply criticizing the government’s decision, which is considered a done deal.
By Redaktion Table
The EU and Australia aim to significantly expand their cooperation on research and innovation. Both sides have begun negotiations on Australia’s participation in Horizon Europe.
By Corinna Visser
On Tuesday, the energy ministers discussed a joint response to the situation in the Gulf. The Commission warned against harboring any illusions that the impact on prices would be short-lived. The Commission has a clear position on windfall profit taxes.
By Manuel Berkel
In a letter to the European Commission, Germany and four other EU member states are calling for extended transition rules for the production of green hydrogen. Otherwise, they argue, the hydrogen target for industry will be in jeopardy.
By Manuel Berkel and Markus Grabitz
The EU remains strong in research, but the relevant ministers continue to see significant shortcomings when it comes to turning that research into marketable innovations.
By Corinna Visser
On the anniversary of the liberation of Bucha, EU ministers visited Ukraine and paid tribute to the victims of Russian war crimes. Despite challenges posed by the war in Iran, they made it clear that the EU would not abandon Ukraine.
By Redaktion Table
While one EU delegation is visiting China, an 11-member group is strengthening ties with Taiwan. The lawmakers are emphasizing shared security interests and economic partnerships as the basis for cooperation.
By Amelie Richter
Only last November, the European Parliament approved EDIP by a large majority. The program is intended to strengthen the European defense industry and promote cooperation with Ukraine.
By Maria Mitrov
