Europeans have been guarded in their comments on “Operation Epic Fury,” the military action being taken by the US and Israel in Iran. They criticize Iran’s arbitrary counterattacks, warn against escalation, and avoid explicit criticism so as not to anger the Trump administration.
By Stephan Israel
Hungary is blocking the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, thereby also disavowing EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who wanted to make a show of determination in Kyiv on the 4th anniversary of the Russian war.
By Stephan Israel
The European Union has extended its arms embargo against Zimbabwe for another year. At the same time, it chose not to renew the legal framework underpinning additional restrictive measures, including travel bans and asset freezes.
By Arne Schütte
The European Commission has launched a new Global Gateway contact point to facilitate access for businesses. Company representatives have reacted with cautious optimism.
By Arne Schütte
Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos used a visit to Ankara to signal an initial step toward rapprochement.
By Antonia Zimmermann
While global attention is focused on Greenland, Venezuela, and Ukraine, the EU continues to grapple with the crisis in the Sahel – where the 26 member states, particularly Germany and France, remain divided over development and foreign-policy strategy.
By Lucia Weiß
European personalities are calling for an independent EU foreign policy following the US attack on Venezuela and Trump’s national security strategy. The action committee is calling for a greater capacity to act strategically as well as federalism in Europe.
By Lukas Knigge
With its Atlantic strategy, Morocco aims to advance economic integration in West Africa. At the same time, Rabat is positioning itself as a partner to Europe and the United States – and in doing so is also securing support for its own objectives.
By Arne Schütte
While insisting on compliance with international law, the EU is reluctant to draw parallels between Venezuela and Greenland. However, it is far from clear how the European Union and its member states can prevent a takeover of Greenland.
By János Allenbach-Ammann, Lukas Knigge, Sara Sievert and Gabriel Bub
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
