Ukraine is not only defending itself against Russia, but it also has to defend its interests vis-à-vis Washington. Although Volodymyr Zelenskiy is benefiting domestically from the dispute with Donald Trump, he cannot afford to upset the POTUS two weeks before the NATO summit in The Hague.
By Denis Trubetskoy
More than 120 NGOs have sent a letter to Brussels warning against the use of international emissions certificates to meet the EU's 2040 climate target. The Commission is scheduled to present its plans on July 2.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU is stepping up its pressure on Moscow. The European Commission has unveiled the 18th sanctions package against Russia to the member states. Key measures include a deeper price cap on Russian oil and steps to prevent any restart of the Nord Stream pipeline.
By Stephan Israel
The next strategic dialogue on the future of the automotive industry is expected only after the summer break. Before then, manufacturers must agree on a position regarding fleet emissions targets. The Commission is considering granting them subsidies to cover operating costs in battery cell production.
By Markus Grabitz
Thomas Ossowski will be Germany’s new EU ambassador. Ossowski and Michael Clauß, Chancellor Merz’s European policy adviser, have worked closely together for many years.
By Till Hoppe
Flotilla doctor Jessica Ritter stands for the uncomfortable topics in the Navy. Since she was elected Military Equal Opportunities Officer four years ago, the tough cases have landed on her desk. She was re-elected at the end of May.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Poland will continue to play a strong role in Europe even after Karol Nawrocki’s victory in the presidential election, Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said. He also expressed confidence that the government would win the vote of confidence on Wednesday.
By Stephan Israel
The rapporteur for the proposed easing of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) wants to exempt more companies from CSRD requirements than the European Commission does. However, Jörgen Warborn does not intend to scrap the EU supply chain law entirely.
By Marc Winkelmann
Key norms and standards for artificial intelligence are still missing. As a result, it is becoming increasingly likely that the European Commission will grant businesses more time to implement the AI Act.
By Corinna Visser
