In response to EU sanctions, Russia has announced that it will block access to over 80 European media outlets. The member states wanted to condemn this in a joint declaration – but Hungary opposed this.
By Redaktion Table
Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck wants to reform the distribution of power in EU bodies and is calling for European competencies in foreign and security policy. Germany will ultimately benefit from a fiscal union.
By Manuel Berkel
Hungary is currently being kept on its toes by mass protests against the government. The opposition wants to turn the upcoming European elections into a mood test for Orbán. Several parties could bring Hungarian members back to the EPP group.
By Alina Leimbach
During a debate in the European Parliament, EU representatives reprimanded Budapest for its increasing security policy cooperation with Beijing. The EU state recently concluded a security pact with China.
By Amelie Richter
The official adoption of the Nature Restoration Law was scheduled to take place next Monday in the Council of Environment Ministers. In principle, this was expected to be a formality. But things turned out quite differently.
By Claire Stam
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
Her re-election as Commission President is not a formality, say former Green top candidate Ska Keller and other MEPs. Above all, her treatment of the rule of law in Hungary is causing massive disgruntlement. But it is also about reforming the election procedure.
By Eric Bonse
Rarely is so much at stake and rarely is the starting position as open as it is today ahead of the arrival of the heads of state and government in Brussels. Difficult talks are expected on Ukraine's accession to the EU and the increase in the medium-term financial framework.
By Stephan Israel
Following a controversial decision by the European Commission, Hungary can hope for the rapid disbursement of EU funding amounting to around €900 million.
By Redaktion Table
