Social Democrats, Liberals and Greens are urging the EPP to agree on informal cooperation after the European elections but Ursula von der Leyen and Manfred Weber are also talking to right-wing parties. The power game could block important processes, but von der Leyen in particular has reason to hurry.
By Till Hoppe
Forecasts from Sunday evening point to a narrow majority for the separatist parties in the Catalonian regional elections. Coalition negotiations are likely to be difficult, but the pressure for a second independence referendum is increasing.
By Redaktion Table
After counting over sixty percent of all constituencies, the incumbent Gitanas Nausėda has been declared the winner. It is unclear whether he will achieve an absolute majority in the first round of voting or whether he will have to run again in two weeks.
By Redaktion Table
With the Digital Services Act, the EU is institutionalizing the fight against disinformation – but this approach falls short. A bottom-up approach is needed to counter conspiracy theories and fake news, says Johanna Koch, who used to be active in the conspiracy ideology scene herself.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The newly elected President of North Macedonia used the old name "Republic of Macedonia" in her oath of office, which immediately led to criticism from Greece and Brussels.
By Redaktion Table
It is likely to be one of the most contentious issues of the next EU legislature: How to deal with emissions from agriculture? Some advocate for a CO2 price for the sector. Peter Liese of the EPP believes this debate is premature.
By Lukas Knigge
Next Friday, a Belgian court will hear the "Pfizergate" case. It is a question of who is responsible – the Belgian judiciary or the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
By Eric Bonse
The pro-Europe mood is not bad, says Stefanie Hartung, co-founder of Pulse of Europe. Nevertheless, the pro-European citizens' movement also sees a need for reform. Europe needs to strengthen its sense of community and improve its communication.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission is launching a communication campaign ahead of the European elections to raise citizens' awareness of the risks of disinformation, information manipulation and foreign interference.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission President and EPP lead candidate scores points at the CDU national party conference with harsh criticism of the AfD. And even names conditions for cooperation with right-wing parties after the European elections.
By Till Hoppe
