The weakening of Emmanuel Macron and the coalition government is one of the worst news of these European elections. It is no coincidence that the propaganda work of internationally networked, anti-democratic forces is particularly focused on these countries ahead of the elections to the Bundestag and the French presidency. This gives rise to a mandate for the pro-European forces in the EU Parliament.
By Redaktion Table
Before the election, the Greens set clear conditions for cooperation with the EPP. After the election defeat, they are now literally begging to be included in the informal coalition talks. Behind this is a plan.
By Lukas Knigge
Correction from Europe.Table: Urban Keussen, Chief Technology Officer of energy supplier EWE, was not elected President of the European Association of Public Utilities Cedec on June 12 as reported. Keussen is running for the election, which is to take place on June 19.
By Redaktion Table
Refugees from Ukraine can stay in the European Union without issues for an additional year. German Interior Minister Faeser used the announcement to call for a better distribution of asylum seekers.
By Redaktion Table
After the regional and federal parliamentary elections in Belgium, King Philippe has tasked Flemish nationalist Bart De Wever (N-VA) with the exploratory talks for forming a government. Both are pushing for a swift process.
By Eric Bonse
The Left group in the European Parliament has recently gained six new members. These include four MEPs from Spain, one from Germany, and one from Italy, bringing the total number of members in the group to 39.
By Markus Grabitz
The war in Ukraine dominated the first day of the G7 summit. The industrialized nations plan to support the country attacked by Russia with massive financial commitments, a security agreement and sanctions.
By Redaktion Table
Despite her defeat in the European elections, Valérie Hayer wants to remain the chair of the Renew Group in the European Parliament. However, it is more likely that she will be ousted by former Belgian Prime Minister Sophie Wilmès.
By Claire Stam
At the next EU summit, the heads of state and government will decide on the political priorities for the next five years. These include developing capacities in sensitive sectors such as defense, space and artificial intelligence.
By Till Hoppe
NATO is taking over the coordination of military aid for Ukraine from the US-led Ramstein format, at least to a significant extent.
By Stephan Israel
