Shortly before the elections in Poland, the two political camps are deeply divided. According to a recent poll, PiS is in the lead, but the opposition Civic Coalition has a realistic chance of replacing the current government.
By Redaktion Table
Despite the escalation in the Middle East, Ukraine can still count on unwavering support from NATO member states. This was the message at the meeting of defense ministers in Brussels. The alleged attack on the Baltic pipeline was also discussed on the sidelines.
By Stephan Israel
Berlin and Paris are urging the EU Commission to implement specific measures to relieve companies from bureaucratic burdens. Business representatives and lawmakers are also calling for action. The Commission intends to provide detailed information next week about where it plans to reduce reporting requirements.
By Till Hoppe
The soap on the drugstore shelf, the shipping of DHL parcels, the long-haul flight with corresponding carbon compensation: many things are supposedly "climate neutral." In total, the EU Commission has identified around 230 product labels with claims of positive climate and environmental impact – and wants to regulate them. Because they are often unsubstantiated and misleading.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The EU will examine aid to the Palestinians but will by no means suspend it. Foreign Affairs Commissioner Josep Borrell stressed this after an informal emergency meeting of foreign ministers on the sidelines of a meeting with the Gulf states in Oman. The Commissioner for Neighborhood, Oliver Varhelyi, was duped.
By Stephan Israel
The Commission is considering whether to continue financial support to the Palestinians in light of the major attack on Israel. This was announced by the Commission in the evening. Earlier, Oliver Varhely, Commissioner for Neighborhood, apparently announced a halt to payments without consultation.
By Stephan Israel
Mines and projectiles render agricultural land in Ukraine unusable. 174,000 square kilometers of land are considered potentially contaminated by warfare agents. Due to a lack of help, large companies and small farmers are trying to solve the problems themselves, despite great risks.
By Viktor Funk
In Poland, the energy revolution has been initiated. The elections next weekend will decide whether it will be accelerated or not.
By Claire Stam
The former Middle East mediator sees historical parallels with Hamas' devastating surprise attack on Israel. He expects profound consequences for the security services and politics of the state. It is still open which of the rival great powers, the US, China and Russia, will be able to draw advantages from the escalation, he said in an interview with Markus Bickel.
By Markus Bickel
The case of Maximilian Krah, a member of the AfD federal board, sheds light on possible Chinese intelligence activities in Germany. This is not an isolated incident, experts warn. While industrial espionage was the focus for a long time, there have been more recent cases of suspected political influence in Europe and beyond.
By Marcel Grzanna
