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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

Sacrifice the Environment for Competitiveness – a New EU Requirement

The environment and sustainable solutions may become the losers when Europe tries to become more competitive. Tough demands for simplifications can lead to delayed and watered-down legislation.
Sacrifice the Environment for Competitiveness – a New EU Requirement

Ozempic can be given to more patients in the USA

The Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk's diabetes medicine Ozempic has been approved for treating patients with chronic kidney disease, writes CNBC. .
Ozempic can be given to more patients in the USA

Chaos in Congo - Embassies Attacked in Kinshasa

Ambassadors in Congo's capital Kinshasa are attacked by large crowds of dissatisfied demonstrators, in protest against Rwanda-backed guerrilla capturing the million-city Goma. The UN warns of food shortages in the Goma area, where dead bodies are reported to be lying on the streets and the M23 rebels are said to have taken control of the airport.
Chaos in Congo - Embassies Attacked in Kinshasa

After Disputes: Migrants Go Ashore Outside the EU

49 migrants have landed in Albania, in a new attempt by Italy to outsource the handling of asylum seekers outside the EU. .
After Disputes: Migrants Go Ashore Outside the EU

Ukraine hopes for EU talks in March

Already in March, the EU leadership and Ukraine hope to initiate the first concrete negotiations on EU membership. But it still depends on Hungary.
Ukraine hopes for EU talks in March

EU Resumes Gaza Operation

EU countries are ready to resume their border surveillance operation in Rafah at the border between Gaza and Egypt. > The reopening of the border crossing makes it possible to transport injured individuals for care, notes EU Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas at a press conference in Brussels after Monday's decision.
EU Resumes Gaza Operation

EU buys gas for Transnistria

The EU is offering 30 million euros – 344 million Swedish kronor – in an emergency aid package to Moldova. The money is intended to finance the purchase and transportation of gas to the pro-Russian breakaway region of Transnistria.
EU buys gas for Transnistria

BMW and Tesla sue EU

Car manufacturers BMW and Tesla are suing the EU Commission in dissatisfaction over the tariffs of up to 45 percent that the EU has imposed on electric car manufacturers in China. German BMW points out that the tariffs do not strengthen the competitiveness of European electric car manufacturers, but rather the opposite.
BMW and Tesla sue EU

EU extends sanctions against Russia

Hungary drops its veto threat and agrees to extend the EU's sanctions against Russia. Absolutely necessary, says Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard.
EU extends sanctions against Russia

Lukashenko congratulated by "big brother" Putin

Russia's president Vladimir Putin congratulates his ally Aleksandr Lukasjenko – often called "Europe's last dictator" – on the alleged victory in the "election" in Belarus. During a press conference, Lukasjenko expressed renewed support for Russia's war in Ukraine.
Lukashenko congratulated by "big brother" Putin

Putin's ships continue to receive service – in Denmark

Despite all the sanctions, Putin's Russia can still rake in billions to the war chest by selling gas in the EU. Crucial for the export is 15 highly classified special vessels with engines from ABB – which despite the war have received continued service in Denmark and France, reports The Financial Times.
Putin's ships continue to receive service – in Denmark

Expected landslide victory for Lukashenko

The authoritarian President Aleksandr Lukashenko is heading for an expected landslide victory in Belarus and will get to stay on for a seventh term. .
Expected landslide victory for Lukashenko

Alleged landslide victory for Lukashenko in rigged election

"Europe's last dictator" has once again extended his grip on power in Belarus. Aleksandr Lukasjenko is claimed to have won with over 87 percent in Sunday's "election".
Alleged landslide victory for Lukashenko in rigged election

Europe's Last Dictator Consolidates His Power

It has been predetermined, by both the opposition and the EU. Now Belarus is going to the polls, an event expected to give the authoritarian and Russia-allied Aleksandr Lukashenko another five years in power.
Europe's Last Dictator Consolidates His Power

The Democratic Republic of the Congo takes a seat on the Security Council

The UN Security Council meets as early as Sunday about the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The meeting is being brought forward a day due to the acute situation in the country.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo takes a seat on the Security Council

General: Logical to have EU soldiers on Greenland

A permanent EU force on Greenland to protect European interests? As I see it, it would be completely logical, says EU's military chief Robert Brieger. .
General: Logical to have EU soldiers on Greenland

Sandvik CEO: US tariffs would affect us

No turnaround in sight yet. Above all, not in Europe, says industrial giant Sandvik's CEO Stefan Widing after presenting the annual report for 2024.
Sandvik CEO: US tariffs would affect us
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