Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared in Brussels that "Catalan independence is not terrorism". The separatist party Junts is exerting pressure on Sánchez to grant comprehensive amnesty.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has relented on his opposition to the financial package for Ukraine, without major concessions from others. Chancellor Scholz, meanwhile, grapples with the arms deliveries of other EU states.
By Till Hoppe
FDP ministers Christian Lindner and Marco Buschmann reject the EU Supply Chain Directive, citing burdens on businesses. Meanwhile, within the coalition, there is a relief package linked to the directive on the table.
By Caspar Dohmen
Diplomats from around the world are currently courting political leaders in Africa. Europe, as well as Germany, are at risk of falling behind. There are numerous reasons to formulate a European Africa policy.
By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen
Will Hungary's prime minister give up blocking economic and financial aid for Ukraine? Also up for discussion at the special summit is that the EU will only fulfill its ammunition pledge to Kyiv by the end of the year.
By Till Hoppe
International organizations warn that the expansion of power grids around the world is too slow. This also jeopardizes the expansion targets for renewable energies in Europe. The IEA and IRENA call for faster approval procedures, more investment, better planning and the expansion of domestic supply chains.
By Lukas Knigge
The party is alienating even like-minded politicians in Europe with its demands for re-migration and leaving the EU. While Marine Le Pen and Co. are toning down in order to come to power, the AfD is focusing on fundamental opposition.
By Till Hoppe
The scenario is preoccupying Brussels shortly before the special summit on Thursday: Could its colleagues cause economic hardship for Hungary's Prime Minister Orbán if he continues to block support for Ukraine? A corresponding document from the Council is causing a stir.
By Till Hoppe
Negotiations on the EU ban on products from forced labor begin on Tuesday with the first political trialogue under time pressure. It remains to be seen whether victims will receive compensation by law. It is also questionable whether the German government will agree.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The compromise was hard work. The fact that Germany and France are not taking a clear position on the AI Act is causing criticism. Many voices from business and civil society are convinced that it would be better to have a law with weak points than no law at all.
By Corinna Visser
