Politicians from Berlin and Brussels reacted with relief to the possible change of power in Poland, even though the final results are yet to be announced. And PiS leader Kaczyński could still try to rally a majority behind him after all.
By Redaktion Table
There is a gap in European air defense against maneuverable hypersonic weapons. The EU wants to solve the problem cost-effectively – but is funding two consortia at the same time.
By Gabriel Bub
The Digital Services Act is still only in force for a few providers. But the crisis caused by the attack on Israel left the EU Commission with no time to spare: It initiated the first investigation proceedings against platforms much earlier than intended. This is good news for EU Digital Commissioner Thierry Breton – this way, he could show before the European elections that the DSA is working.
By Falk Steiner
David O'Sullivan has been EU Sanctions Coordinator since the beginning of the year and, in his new role, has already visited a number of third countries to close the main loopholes in the sanctions regime against Russia. In an interview with Stephan Israel, the former top official and EU ambassador in Washington takes positive stock of the situation.
By Stephan Israel
EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell finally catches up on his trip to China. His mission: Making it clear to his Chinese interlocutors that the EU and its members are not marionettes of the United States, but want to be taken seriously as geopolitical players.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
The regulation aims to increase Europe's attractiveness as a hub for manufacturers of climate-friendly technologies. Negotiators in the European Parliament have now reached an agreement. There is also movement in the Council.
By Till Hoppe
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
