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No Discount on Fines for Poland – Despite Change in Power

Poland will not get back any of the billion fines that were withdrawn from the country during the previous government's long-standing dispute with the EU Commission over the independence of the courts. The EU Court of Justice rejected on Wednesday a Polish demand to write off at least parts of the fines.

No Discount on Fines for Poland – Despite Change in Power

The EU tightens its tone against Temu and Shein

Stricter controls of packages from mainly China are promised when the EU Commission takes action against irregularities within the increasingly growing e-commerce. .

The EU tightens its tone against Temu and Shein

He is to face Musk in the EU

How should democracy be protected from undue influence – without sacrificing freedom of speech? This is something Tomas Tobé (The Moderate Party) will have to ponder, as the parliamentary responsible for the EU's "democratic shield". .

He is to face Musk in the EU

She demands an EU plan against violence

"We cannot have a Wild West on the internet", urges EU parliamentarian Evin Incir (S) who is now demanding that the EU takes action against the recruitment of children for violent crimes in Sweden. In a letter to Home Affairs Commissioner Magnus Brunner, Incir wants an action plan and to know how the Commission plans to ensure that the major tech giants take action against the recruitment of children and young people on their platforms.

She demands an EU plan against violence

The Expert: It May Become US Tariffs on Everything from the EU

Medicines, vehicles, electrical equipment, and food are some sectors that are expected to be close at hand when Donald Trump plans tariffs against the EU. But it could also be a broadside with new tariffs on everything from the EU – including Swedish US exports.

The Expert: It May Become US Tariffs on Everything from the EU

Orbán warns EU of "Trump tornado"

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, one of Donald Trump's closest allies in Europe, urges the EU to negotiate an agreement to preserve the economic ties with the USA. "Everyone in Brussels can see the Trump tornado coming, but most people still believe they can avoid it.

Orbán warns EU of "Trump tornado"

Stoltenberg makes unexpected comeback in new government

Nato's former Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg becomes the new Finance Minister in Norway. When Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre presented his new government after last week's political collapse, Stoltenberg stole all the headlines.

Stoltenberg makes unexpected comeback in new government

Malmström: How to Negotiate with Trump

If the USA's President Trump strikes with tariffs against the EU, it's about time to strike back. One must show that one cannot continue and start this type of trade war, says the EU's former Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmström.

Malmström: How to Negotiate with Trump

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

We must do more. This is stated by both the EU and Nato in the pursuit of ways to handle the defense of Europe after Donald Trump's return as president in the USA.

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

The EU promises to respond "with firmness" if the US threatens with tariffs and trade war. We are ready, says Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

The Foreign Minister takes over crisis-ridden USAID

The operations of the US's major aid agency USAID were shut down on Monday following an order from President Donald Trump, according to his personal adviser Elon Musk. Hours later, partially contradictory information emerged, as Foreign Minister Marco Rubio said he would take over the management of USAID.

The Foreign Minister takes over crisis-ridden USAID

Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

Europe is becoming increasingly united on the need for a substantial military buildup. But how will it be financed? Tough battles are expected this year over demands ranging from joint loans to reduced welfare.

Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

USA escalates trade war with Canada and Mexico

The USA's trade tariffs against Canada and Mexico are postponed by at least 30 days. The separate agreements followed after phone calls between Donald Trump and the two countries' leaders, Justin Trudeau and Claudia Sheinbaum.

USA escalates trade war with Canada and Mexico

Starmer to Scholz: Wants to Restart EU Relations

The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer received the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at his country estate on Sunday. The hope is to "reboot" the relationship with the EU, announced Starmer at the meeting at historic Chequers.

Starmer to Scholz: Wants to Restart EU Relations

Dousa on the Tariff Threat: We Have a Few Cards to Play

President Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs against the EU is unfortunate, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M). But according to him, Sweden is prepared after the EU "has talked itself together", reports Ekot on Sveriges Radio.

Dousa on the Tariff Threat: We Have a Few Cards to Play

Judge Refuses Deportation of Migrants

A judge in Italy on Friday rejected the transfer of migrants, who tried to reach Italy, to camps in Albania. .

Judge Refuses Deportation of Migrants

Trump threatens with tariffs on oil and chips

USA introduces trade tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China on Saturday. President Donald Trump also threatens with new tariffs on oil and data chips – and simultaneously threatens to introduce tariffs on goods from the EU.

Trump threatens with tariffs on oil and chips

Five years after Brexit – English wine protected in the EU

English wine from Sussex gets origin protection in the EU – on the day five years after the UK left the union on January 31, 2020. The products from the counties of East and West Sussex are described as a "broad range of light wines, including crisp dry whites, fruity reds, and elegant rosé".

Five years after Brexit – English wine protected in the EU

Crisis meetings in Brussels on the automotive industry

What is required to guarantee a "robust and sustainable" automotive industry? The question is being asked in Brussels where crisis meetings are to lead to an action plan as early as March. .

Crisis meetings in Brussels on the automotive industry

Kristersson: "Don't have control over the wave of violence"

Many young people are caught up in the new wave of violence sweeping across Sweden. Now the government wants to expedite a law that allows wiretapping of children under 15 years old.

Kristersson: "Don't have control over the wave of violence"

The Norwegian Government Collapses: "Enough is Enough"

Norway's coalition government collapses, reports Norwegian media. Enough is enough, says Centre Party leader Trygve Slagsvold Vedum to VG.

The Norwegian Government Collapses: "Enough is Enough"

Migration in the EU: Rapid Steps towards Tougher Measures

Europe is heading towards a tougher border and refugee policy. The election campaign in Germany is paving the way for rapid steps towards more deportations and migration management outside the EU.

Migration in the EU: Rapid Steps towards Tougher Measures

Billion Support to Jordan from EU

The EU is supporting Jordan with a financing and investment package of three billion euros – approximately 34 billion Swedish kronor – for the years 2025-27. The money is intended to contribute to stability regarding the situation in Syria and the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.

Billion Support to Jordan from EU

No video games for Putin - new EU sanction

Ban on TV game consoles that can control drones is included as EU countries try to agree on another sanctions package against Russia. .

No video games for Putin - new EU sanction