The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs is making a new attempt at the Foreign Affairs Council today for her aid package to support Ukraine. Kaja Kallas' first attempt failed, adding fuel to criticism of her start as chief diplomat.
By Stephan Israel
Because the right-wing extremist Călin Georgescu is not allowed to take part in the presidential election, the AUR party has announced a "parliamentary strike." Meanwhile, AUR leader George Simion declared his candidacy. Who wins the elections also depends on how much they are seen as part of the political establishment.
By Frank Stier
Washington imposes tariffs on steel and aluminum imports – and reacts with harsh words to the EU's countermeasures. The Trump administration's real goal could be a weaker US dollar.
By Till Hoppe
At the EPP Congress in Valencia in April, the Christian Democratic party family wants to decide on a reform. The party is to be developed from a forum for dialog into a forum for decision-making. The leadership will also be newly elected in Valencia.
By Markus Grabitz
The Federal Minister of Finance sees no conflict with EU fiscal rules in the planned billion-euro programs: Strengthening growth and increasing spending are "two sides of the same coin." However, the Greens are questioning their approval of the necessary amendment to the Basic Law.
By Till Hoppe
The Constitutional Court in Romania will decide on Wednesday whether candidate Călin Georgescu will be allowed to run in the presidential election in May. If the court rules against him, the country faces the threat of even deeper division.
By Frank Stier
In a press conference, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explained that the funds under the ReArm Europe plan should benefit European industry. However, she plans to find ways to include countries such as the UK and Norway.
By Marc Winkelmann
Portugal's Prime Minister Montenegro will face a vote of confidence on Tuesday. It will probably lead to the fall of the government. The opposition accuses him of a conflict of interest due to a company he founded in 2021.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
The export of Western luxury cars to Russia is banned. However, expensive cars made in Europe continue to find their way to wealthy customers. The investigative portal "Systema" has uncovered the convoluted trade routes. An exclusive report by Dmitry Sukharev on dubious middlemen and their proximity to power.
By Redaktion Table
To tackle the shortage of skilled workers, the EU aims to improve the recognition of qualifications, among other measures. Employment Commissioner Roxana Mînzatu has presented a strategy outlining how the EU could contribute despite its limited competencies.
By Alina Leimbach
