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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Demands and Battles After the EU Election
Ursula von der Leyen seems increasingly secure as continued chair of the EU Commission following the EU election. However, the demands are many from both her own and other parties.
Former EU Chief: No Support from the Far-Right
Pay no attention to the far-right! The advice comes from the EU Commission's former chairman when the successor is to gather support after the EU election. Ireland's votes still remain to be allocated.
Cold shower for the Greens – lose influence
The Environment Party celebrated vigorously on election night, but on a European level there is no reason for jubilation for the Greens. Their influence is going to decrease substantially, says Mats Engström, senior adviser at Sieps.
Holding the Middle Ground? A Delicate Balancing Act in the EU
The EU Parliament seems to have a stable middle majority again – but perhaps only on paper. Now, demands and counter-demands await in the hunt for continued support for Ursula von der Leyen.
EU Election in Seven Points
Outer suburbs are growing in several EU countries, at the same time as a Nordic left-wing wave emerges. Here is everything you need to know about the EU election.
After the election: Now await cunning and compromises
Rivalries and compromises await as the newly elected European Parliament forms itself. First question: can the leaders of member states agree on who should hold the top jobs?.
Danish left-winger to redraw the map
The Danish electors are marking a protest against the government, and all three government parties are losing ground in the EU election. However, unlike many other countries, it is the left and not the right that is taking votes from the centre.
Italians' brothers become largest – League loses
The far-right party in Italy, Italy's brothers (FDI), appears to be on course to become the largest party in the country's EU election, according to exit poll results. .
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