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CO2 limits for cars: key to climate protection and energy security

Cars still cause a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. In its draft "Fit for 55" package, the Commission formulates for the first time an EU-wide date for phasing out internal combustion engines and more ambitious CO2 limits for new cars. But these are not strict enough.

By Redaktion Table

EU states discuss oil and coal embargo

After the massacre in Bucha, France's President Macron speaks out in favor of appropriately harsh sanctions. The German government is hesitant, but only categorically rejects a gas boycott at present.

By Till Hoppe

China and EU keep their distance

The high-level meeting between EU leaders and China's president did not yield any new progress. Beijing continues to refer to the Ukraine war as a regional crisis, while Brussels warns against undermining sanctions against Russia.

By Amelie Richter