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The Government: Stop to Russian Gas - but Unclear When

New sanctions against Russia are intended to stop Russian fossil gas from reaching Sweden. But how long it will take before it really happens is unclear.

The Government: Stop to Russian Gas - but Unclear When

So high are the tariffs against Chinese electric cars

The EU is now punishing Chinese electric car manufacturers with punitive tariffs. Among those affected to the greatest extent are giants BYD and Geely, the owner of Volvo.

So high are the tariffs against Chinese electric cars

Far-right Hug of Death – Who Will Take Whom?

National gathering has power in sight in France – but is keeping a low profile about who they think will sit with in the EU parliament. A brutal scramble is underway among the parties as the far-right forms itself after the EU election.

Far-right Hug of Death – Who Will Take Whom?

EU gives green light to Lufthansa's ITA purchase

The German airline Lufthansa has received clearance from the EU Commission for its investment in the state-controlled Italian airline ITA Airways of 325 million euros (equivalent to 3. 7 billion kronor).

EU gives green light to Lufthansa's ITA purchase

German promise of compensation to Polish war victims

Germany will compensate still living victims of the Nazi occupation of Poland during World War II. Germany is aware of its guilt and its responsibility for the millions who fell victim to the occupation, said Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz during a visit to Warsaw.

German promise of compensation to Polish war victims

Zelensky to Orbán: We need a just peace

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj emphasizes that his war-torn country needs a "just peace", during a meeting with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. .

Zelensky to Orbán: We need a just peace

Latvia allows same-sex partnerships

Same-sex couples in Latvia are now allowed to register partnerships – according to a law that came into force on Monday. It is the first time that same-sex couples are recognized legally in the country.

Latvia allows same-sex partnerships

Brussels is bracing itself – Orbán takes over in the EU

With guiding principles from Donald Trump, Europe is to be "made great again" when Hungary takes over the baton as presidency of the EU Council of Ministers. But is it six months of confrontation or compromise that await under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán? The uncertainty is great.

Brussels is bracing itself – Orbán takes over in the EU

Orban wants to create a new party group in the EU Parliament

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán wants to create a new EU-critical far-right group in the EU Parliament, together with Austria's right-wing populist Freedom Party (FPÖ) and the Czech former Prime Minister Andrej Babis' party ANO. > We take on the responsibility of launching this new platform and new faction.

Orban wants to create a new party group in the EU Parliament

Fateful week awaits in France

Far-right or left-wing? A divided and dissatisfied France chooses a path – which will have major consequences for all of Europe. .

Fateful week awaits in France

New sanctions against Belarus

The EU adopted a new sanctions package against Belarus on Saturday. This is a response, among other things, to the country's involvement in Russia's war against Ukraine.

New sanctions against Belarus

EU imposes sanctions on Hamas financiers

The EU is imposing sanctions on several companies and individuals accused of helping the terrorist-listed Hamas with financing. The measure marks a second round of sanctions by the EU against Hamas since October 7.

EU imposes sanctions on Hamas financiers

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

Stop for Georgia on the road to EU membership

As it looks now, Georgia will not be able to continue on the path towards EU membership, announce the EU countries' leaders. .

Stop for Georgia on the road to EU membership

Pesticides and chemicals in Swedish bathing water

With the bathing season in full swing, we happily throw ourselves into lakes and seas. Now, the industry organization Svenskt Vatten is warning about high levels of p-pill residues and environmentally hazardous pharmaceutical chemicals in the water.

Pesticides and chemicals in Swedish bathing water

Gets 112 million from oligarch after European Championship success

Georgia's men's national football team will receive approximately 112 million kronor from oligarch Bidzina Ivanisjvili after the historic advancement to the round of 16 in the European Championship in Germany. If they pull off an upset against Spain on Sunday, the team is promised even more money.

Gets 112 million from oligarch after European Championship success

EU's top trio clear – despite Meloni and Orbán

EU leaders are in agreement on the top trio that will lead the EU's work over the next five years. The decision was made despite resistance from both Italy and Hungary.

EU's top trio clear – despite Meloni and Orbán

Zelensky praises EU negotiations: "Historic"

"A historic step forward", notes Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj on his Brussels visit after the start of negotiations with the EU last week. New security agreements are to guarantee long-term support.

Zelensky praises EU negotiations: "Historic"

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

EU Approves Swedish Support for Green Steel

The EU Commission has approved Swedish support for H2 Green Steel for the steel company's construction of a large-scale green steel plant in Boden. The support amounts to 265 million euros, equivalent to nearly three billion kronor.

EU Approves Swedish Support for Green Steel

Billström: No to Top EU Job

Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billström (The Moderate Party) is favourite to become an EU Commissioner, according to Sveriges Radio and Expressen. He himself denies the reports via his press secretary in an SMS to Dagens Nyheter, stating that he "is not available for a post as Commissioner".

Billström: No to Top EU Job

Ordinary and Dull - and Next in Line to Lead NATO

An everyday man who has been called "Teflon-Rutte", as scandals seem to bounce right off him. When Mark Rutte takes over the leadership of Nato – in the midst of a raging war – it may become harder to dodge the crises.

Ordinary and Dull - and Next in Line to Lead NATO

Mark Rutte to become new Nato chief

Dutchman Mark Rutte will become Nato's next chief, the defence alliance announced in a statement. "I know I'm leaving Nato in good hands", writes outgoing Jens Stoltenberg on X.

Mark Rutte to become new Nato chief

EU Threatens Microsoft with Hefty Fines

Microsoft risks hefty EU fines. The EU Commission has levelled new accusations against the American cloud and software giant for abusing its dominant market position by linking the video conferencing app Teams to its other business software.

EU Threatens Microsoft with Hefty Fines