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Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now

Today, the licensed hunting of protected lynx begins around the country. The EU should stop the hunt, believes the Nature Conservation Association.

Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now

Increased Drought and Flooding Concerns in the EU

Only 40 percent of the surface water in the EU is in good condition, warns former EU Minister Jessika Roswall in her first major report as environmental commissioner in the EU. > Our water is polluted, our water supply is threatened and we are not doing enough to prevent flooding, says Roswall when presenting the report on the water situation in the 27 EU countries.

Increased Drought and Flooding Concerns in the EU

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

EU agrees on rainforest rules

The EU countries and the EU Parliament are now finally in agreement on the new rules to combat deforestation of rainforests. An agreement on Tuesday evening means that the introduction will be postponed for a year – but without changing the legislation otherwise.

EU agrees on rainforest rules

Green light for relaxed wolf protection

The wolf protection seems to be easing. It is clear after the European Council says yes to the EU's wishes in the matter.

Green light for relaxed wolf protection

Kallas and Costa - EU's New Stars

An Estonian foreign minister and a Portuguese top meeting general will be two of the EU's foremost faces outward until 2029. Kaja Kallas and António Costa kick off the new mandate period with a trip to Ukraine, and are two of the EU's new poster names to keep an eye on.

Kallas and Costa - EU's New Stars

Johansson: The Asylum Pact Takes Away the Oxygen from the Far-Right

She has not got her controversial proposal against child abuse material on the internet through. But she is proud of the EU's asylum pact and the help to Ukraine.

Johansson: The Asylum Pact Takes Away the Oxygen from the Far-Right

New leadership in the EU – Roswall takes off on Sunday

The EU Parliament says yes to Ursula von der Leyen's new EU Commission with 370 votes against 282. Jessika Roswall and her colleagues are already revving up on Sunday.

New leadership in the EU – Roswall takes off on Sunday

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

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

"Hostage Drama" at the End of EU Hearings

Ursula von der Leyen's heaviest commissioners are being questioned when the EU Parliament is now concluding its hearings. But no one is either approved or stopped directly – as the candidates are being held as "hostages" by anxious party groups.

"Hostage Drama" at the End of EU Hearings

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.

The announcement: Roswall approved as EU Commissioner

Setback for Roswall in the EU - has to wait for a decision

Jessika Roswall will have to wait until Wednesday to find out if she is approved as the new environmental commissioner in the EU. The criticism is strong after Tuesday evening's hearing – and the Left Party wants to see her replaced.

Setback for Roswall in the EU - has to wait for a decision

The Interrogations Are On – Now EU Top Officials Are Being Grilled

A veteran and a beginner are initiating when the next EU Commission is now being scrutinized in Brussels. Already on Tuesday, it's time for Swedish Jessika Roswall.

The Interrogations Are On – Now EU Top Officials Are Being Grilled

Roswall vows EU battle against PFAS

New chemicals law 2025 and fight against "eternal chemicals" PFAS promised by Swedish intended EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall. Ban awaited against PFAS in both makeup and outdoor clothing.

Roswall vows EU battle against PFAS

First Hurdle Cleared for Roswall in EU

All 26 nominated new EU commissioners are approved in the initial review conducted by the EU Parliament's legal committee. "Green light", writes the committee on X, after examining the declarations regarding ownership and potential conflicts of interest that the nominees themselves have reported.

First Hurdle Cleared for Roswall in EU

Two alternatives for Roswall hearing in EU

An evening hearing on November 5 or an afternoon interrogation on November 11. These are the two alternatives for when the intended Swedish EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall (M) will be heard in the EU Parliament.

Two alternatives for Roswall hearing in EU

Power and Money – Now They Are Being Investigated in Brussels

The audit has been initiated by Jessika Roswall and her intended colleagues in the next EU Commission. In a month, tough committee hearings await – and a political game where no one is safe.

Power and Money – Now They Are Being Investigated in Brussels

Roswall to face EU hearings in November

The European Parliament's hearings of the nominees for the next EU Commission will be held on November 4-12. "With a mandate from European citizens, EU Parliament members will ask, assess, scrutinize, and vote.

Roswall to face EU hearings in November

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.

EU Hearing Likely in November

Nordic Initiative: Stricter Requirements for EU Funds

Tighten the requirements further to receive EU funds. The call comes in a joint letter from Sweden's and Finland's new EU ministers to the new EU Commission that will take office in the fall.

Nordic Initiative: Stricter Requirements for EU Funds

Waste, Chemistry, and Water – the Chief's Orders to Roswall

Jessika Roswall has received twelve clear assignments from the President of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, listed in point form. .

Waste, Chemistry, and Water – the Chief's Orders to Roswall

After Johansson: Austrian to head asylum base in EU

For five years, former Minister Ylva Johansson has been responsible for asylum and migration issues in the EU Commission. Now, it is proposed that her job will be taken over by Austria's outgoing Finance Minister Magnus Brunner.

After Johansson: Austrian to head asylum base in EU

Criticism of Roswall's EU job: Alarming

Jessika Roswall (The Moderate Party) is proposed to take responsibility for environmental issues in the new EU Commission. Alarming and weak, the opposition thinks.

Criticism of Roswall's EU job: Alarming