Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has defended the energy deal with the USA against criticism. She emphasizes that US LNG will help reduce Russian gas imports and that the methane regulation will ensure low emission levels.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Parliament has approved the European Defense Industry Program (EDIP) by a large majority. At EUR 1.5 billion, the European defense industry will be strengthened and its dependence on imports reduced.
By Stephan Israel
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is due to travel to Washington this week. Following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed doubts about Russia’s willingness to agree to a ceasefire.
By Viktor Funk, Markus Bickel and Stephan Israel
For the first time, thousands of farmers could be protesting in Brussels against plans for the future EU budget. The date for the demonstration was chosen deliberately.
By Julia Dahm
A secure whistleblower tool is now available under the AI Act. It can be used to confidentially report possible violations of fundamental rights, health or public trust.
By Corinna Visser
At the summit between the EU and the African Union in Luanda, the German Chancellor supported calls for permanent African seats on the UN Security Council. At the same time, the EU is strengthening its economic relations with Africa by investing in renewable energies and infrastructure projects.
By Arne Schütte
During a visit to the Foreign Affairs Council (Trade) in Brussels, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said that the EU should adapt its digital rules. This could then provide the basis for negotiations on US steel tariffs, he said.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
The EU Commission launches infringement proceedings against Slovakia. This is based on a constitutional amendment that gives national law precedence over EU law in family matters.
By Redaktion Table
In the second trilogue on the phase-out of Russian gas, a compromise is emerging on a first important point of contention. The issue of oil imports could see the EU put its foot down.
By Manuel Berkel
At its first summit in Africa, the G20 group commits to working together to fight wars, disease, growing inequality and poverty.
By Redaktion Table
