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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

Solar Panels and New Trees – This is Where the Climate Money Goes

In Iraq, flames are being extinguished at oil refineries, in Yemen solar cells are being installed, and Morocco promises to cut its emissions by 45 percent – if only the money flows in. It's not available.

Solar Panels and New Trees – This is Where the Climate Money Goes

The Climate Minister: Sweden has a strong voice

When the climate conference in Baku enters its final stage, a lot of work remains. The financing issue is still in a deadlock, according to Sweden's chief negotiator Mattias Frumerie.

The Climate Minister: Sweden has a strong voice

"No to changed rules for rainforest logging"

Postponing the introduction of new EU rules against deforestation to December 2025 is a good idea, according to both the EU Parliament and EU member states. However, starting to change the already established rules is met with a firm no from the member states.

"No to changed rules for rainforest logging"

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

Forssell: Time for EU Proposals on Deportations

The Government wants to see a concrete EU proposal for "return hubs" for those deported from the EU. We need common answers, says Migration Minister Johan Forssell (The Moderate Party).

Forssell: Time for EU Proposals on Deportations

After the Fiasco: The Royal Couple Back in Valencia

Last time the Spanish royal couple visited Valencia, they were booed and attacked with mud. Now they are back in the region – on a new attempt to show support for the population after the severe floods.

After the Fiasco: The Royal Couple Back in Valencia

Poland: Room for Defense Obligations in the EU

The EU's five heaviest countries are all in favor of common defense obligations in the EU to strengthen the defense industry. This is claimed by Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski after a meeting in Poland.

Poland: Room for Defense Obligations in the EU

Germany: We assume that the cables have been sabotaged

The Baltic Sea cables that have gone out in recent days have likely been sabotaged. That's what Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius says.

Germany: We assume that the cables have been sabotaged

EU Chief: We Can't Wait for Trump

Europe cannot wait for what Donald Trump will do with Ukraine, urges EU's Foreign Minister Josep Borrell. We must be persistent, believes Defence Minister Pål Jonson (The Moderate Party).

EU Chief: We Can't Wait for Trump

Sharp criticism of Russia's new nuclear threats

Russia's president Putin has made the country's new and aggressive nuclear doctrine into law. USA and EU react sharply to the doctrine – but Ukraine's president Zelenskyj wants to see powerful measures.

Sharp criticism of Russia's new nuclear threats

Ukraine: We can pressure Russia into peace

The battle is between order and chaos, warns Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj in two speeches on Tuesday – a thousand days after Russia's renewed invasion. We can pressure Russia to a just peace, says Zelenskyj.

Ukraine: We can pressure Russia into peace

So, the EU is going to meet Trump - with Poland at the wheel

The countries around the Baltic Sea are increasingly emerging as Europe's foremost front against Russia. Not least Poland is taking command in the hope of getting the US to continue supporting Ukraine.

So, the EU is going to meet Trump - with Poland at the wheel

EU expands sanctions against Iran

Equipment that can be used for the production of drones and rockets may no longer be sold, exported, or transferred from EU countries to Iran. The decision is part of an expansion of the EU's sanctions against Iran, adopted by the EU countries' foreign ministers on Monday.

EU expands sanctions against Iran

New Farmer Protests Against EU Trade

French farmers are blocking the roads again – this time in protest against the EU's planned trade agreement with Latin America. Other EU countries - including Sweden – are all the more positive.

New Farmer Protests Against EU Trade

Deadlock in Baku – can this be the breakthrough?

The discussions at the climate meeting in Baku in Azerbaijan are progressing slowly. Now, hope is being turned to the other side of the planet, where another top meeting can function as a catalyst.

Deadlock in Baku – can this be the breakthrough?

The EU Chief's Final Call: Unite!

Russia, but also EU countries, receive harsh criticism as EU's Foreign Minister Josep Borrell prepares to step down. We must be more united if we want to speak the language of power, urges Borrell.

The EU Chief's Final Call: Unite!

Better Harvests – The Price of Olive Oil May Be Halved

It has only become more and more expensive. But now the price of olive oil appears to be turning down.

Better Harvests – The Price of Olive Oil May Be Halved

Valencia Leader: Mistakes Have Been Made

We will not "shirk from responsibility". That's what Carlos Mazón, hard-pressed regional leader in the water disaster-stricken Valencia, says now.

Valencia Leader: Mistakes Have Been Made

Sweden moves up from the bottom in the EU

Despite an uncertain world and constant concern over competitiveness, the EU Commission dares to believe in an economic upturn. Sweden is climbing from the bottom.

Sweden moves up from the bottom in the EU

EU Countries to Jointly Purchase Weapons with Support

The EU Commission is contributing with the equivalent of 3. 5 billion Swedish kronor to five projects for joint procurement of defense materials.

EU Countries to Jointly Purchase Weapons with Support

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

"Grow up!" - Crisis and Anger over Next EU Leadership

Political crisis threatens in the EU when the parliament's party groups cannot agree on the next EU Commission. The takeover may be delayed until 2025 – and make the far-right a part of the majority.

"Grow up!" - Crisis and Anger over Next EU Leadership

"No EU Protection for Ukrainian Defiance Phrase"

The Ukrainian resistance phrase "Russian warships, go to hell" cannot be trademarked in the EU, states the EU court in an expected ruling. Ukraine's border troops have wanted to protect the phrase, which was uttered by soldiers on Snake Island in February 2022 as a response to a Russian attack.

"No EU Protection for Ukrainian Defiance Phrase"