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Turkey-EU Relations Strained as Opposition Leader's Arrest Sparks Tensions

The arrest of the leading opposition politician Ekrem Imamoglu puts Turkey's relations with Europe at stake, warns the German top politician Manfred Weber, leader of the largest party group in the EU parliament. .
Turkey-EU Relations Strained as Opposition Leader's Arrest Sparks Tensions

French demands in the EU: Wait with sustainability

Bureaucracy should decrease and competitiveness should increase within the EU. A first step could be to put new demands on corporate responsibility for sustainable environment and labor market on hold, according to Politico Europe.
French demands in the EU: Wait with sustainability

15-year limit may remain for A-tractors

The European Parliament's two largest party groups are backing a Swedish proposal to retain the 15-year limit for A-tractors. Now it's about getting the member states on board.
15-year limit may remain for A-tractors

"Cattle trading" creates mistrust in the European Parliament

A middle coalition is to guarantee support for an EU-friendly policy in the EU parliament. But the majority is thin and the distrust between the parties is clear.
"Cattle trading" creates mistrust in the European Parliament

The Brussels Brawl is Over – New EU Commission Near

The next EU Commission can be in place at the beginning of December after an agreement between the European Parliament's leading party groups. The Member of the European Parliament Heléne Fritzon (S) is worried about a weak Commission, while Tomas Tobé (The Moderate Party) welcomes the new composition.
The Brussels Brawl is Over – New EU Commission Near

The Brussels Brawl is Over – New EU Commission Near

Leading party groups are in agreement to approve the next EU Commission. This would mean that the next EU Commission could be ready to start work in December.
The Brussels Brawl is Over – New EU Commission Near

Voting Chaos and Anger over New Forest Regulations

New rules against deforestation of rainforest are postponed for another year. But the voting in the EU parliament was chaotic and the criticism is heavy against the result.
Voting Chaos and Anger over New Forest Regulations

"Hostage Drama" at the End of EU Hearings

Ursula von der Leyen's heaviest commissioners are being questioned when the EU Parliament is now concluding its hearings. But no one is either approved or stopped directly – as the candidates are being held as "hostages" by anxious party groups.
"Hostage Drama" at the End of EU Hearings

The announcement: Roswall approved as EU Commissioner

After a shaky committee hearing on Tuesday evening, Jessika Roswall had to wait for a decision from the EU Parliament. But now she has been approved.
The announcement: Roswall approved as EU Commissioner

They can receive the EU's finest award

Venezuela's opposition leader, Israeli and Palestinian women's organizations, or Azerbaijani human rights activist Gubad Ibadoglu. One of them will receive this year's Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought from the EU Parliament.
They can receive the EU's finest award

EU Hearing Likely in November

The 4-12 November is likely to be the hearing period in the EU Parliament for Jessika Roswall and other nominees for the next EU Commission. In that case, the new Commission can take office as early as December 1.
EU Hearing Likely in November

Right-wing pressure in the EU: Wait with demands on forest destroyers

The EU's new rules to prevent the destruction of rainforests on other continents have been praised by the environmental movement. But now the entire implementation may be delayed due to heavy protests, not least from the EU Parliament's large conservative party group, EPP.
Right-wing pressure in the EU: Wait with demands on forest destroyers

Infected in the EU over Venezuela: "A Betrayal"

A majority in the EU Parliament supports opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia as the rightful president of Venezuela. In a non-binding resolution on Thursday, the EU is simultaneously urged to do its utmost to enable him to take office as president in January.
Infected in the EU over Venezuela: "A Betrayal"

Five years more for Ursula von der Leyen

The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen can continue her job for five more years. The EU Parliament supports her – with a margin of 41 votes.
Five years more for Ursula von der Leyen

Power Struggle in the EU - Few Alternatives to von der Leyen

Acute crisis meetings await in the EU if the votes are not enough for Ursula von der Leyen. The drama is great when the German woman puts her career at stake in a single decisive vote.
Power Struggle in the EU - Few Alternatives to von der Leyen

The Hour of Destiny Awaits - Now She's Chasing Votes

The hour of destiny is approaching for Ursula von der Leyen's continuation as President of the EU Commission. The battle is portrayed as a choice between stability and Viktor Orbán.
The Hour of Destiny Awaits - Now She's Chasing Votes

Bardella leads EU's new far-right

One by one, the EU Parliament's most drastic parties on the right flank have joined Viktor Orbán's new gathering of "patriots". Now the party group is third largest – but likely without real influence.
Bardella leads EU's new far-right

Hunt for Votes in the EU - This is What Happens Now

The EU leaders have backed Ursula von der Leyen as the chair of the EU Commission. Now she must also convince the EU Parliament.
Hunt for Votes in the EU - This is What Happens Now

Sweden risks being left behind in the battle for top EU jobs

Campaign about the future post in the EU commission is in full swing.
Sweden risks being left behind in the battle for top EU jobs

"A good decision"

EU countries' negotiators are in agreement to propose Ursula von der Leyen for five years as chair of the EU Commission. However, she can still be blocked by the EU Parliament.
"A good decision"

Size or influence? Tough choices in the EU

Silly season prevails in the EU Parliament as party groups recruit new members ahead of the start of the mandate period. Hungarian Fidesz may again find itself outside when the choice is between influence or size.
Size or influence? Tough choices in the EU

Weber re-elected - ECR group grows

German Manfred Weber continues as group leader in the EU Parliament's largest party group, with Swedish Tomas Tobé (The Moderate Party) as vice chairman. The SD group ECR grows to third largest in the Parliament and hopes for continued cooperation to the right.
Weber re-elected - ECR group grows

Wait a moment – disagreement over top EU jobs

EU countries are still not in agreement about five more years with Ursula von der Leyen as chair of the EU Commission. The decision is delayed until at least next week since leaders at the EU's top meeting wanted more involvement – or a larger share of the cake.
Wait a moment – disagreement over top EU jobs

Prisoners and Engine Drivers - Here Are the Newly Elected to the EU

A newly released activist, a retired butcher, and four Finnish ex-ministers. All are part of the group of newcomers in the EU Parliament.
Prisoners and Engine Drivers - Here Are the Newly Elected to the EU
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