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Left-Wing Group Wants to Oust von der Leyen
The new EU Commission has only been in office for barely two weeks. It is still enough for the 46 members of the EU Parliament's left-wing group who already want to table a motion of no confidence.
Crisis creates power vacuum in EU
Who is really in charge? The question is increasingly justified in the EU when both France and Germany are shaken by government crises. Ukraine is hit the hardest.
Agreement with South America finalized – worrying Europe's farmers
The EU and Mercosur countries in South America are politically agreed on their major free trade agreement. But will enough reluctant European countries sign on?.
Mercosur agreement near – EU base on site
The EU's large and drawn-out trade agreement with Latin America is getting closer - despite France still saying no. Signing is expected at the summit in Montevideo.
This is how hybrid threats will be addressed - report next week
Finnish Henna Virkkunen is the first out when the completely new EU Commission is now to start delivering on its promises of new heavy political proposals. Virkkunen – vice chair and commissioner for technological independence, security and democracy – will already next Wednesday, December 11, present a report on how hybrid threats are to be met and security strengthened at the EU's external borders.
The EU's Justice Chief - Investigated for Money Laundering
Last week, he was equivalent to the Minister of Justice for the entire EU. Now, Didier Reynders is being investigated for money laundering at home in Belgium.
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.
Top grades for Johansson in the EU
Sweden's and Denmark's representatives are ranked at the top when the influential news site Politico Europe grades the outgoing EU Commission. The Minister for Home Affairs and Asylum Policy, Ylva Johansson, and the Danish Competition Commissioner, Margrethe Vestager, each receive an A-.
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.
Biden: Israel retains the right to defend itself
The President of the USA, Joe Biden, is pleased with his country's efforts to achieve a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah – and thanks his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, for the cooperation. .
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
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.
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).
"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.
Good COP or bad COP? Get a grip on the climate conference
Now the UN's climate meeting COP29 is being launched in Baku in Azerbaijan. Here are some of the things to keep track of.
World leaders snub climate meeting
Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen are among those who do not intend to attend the UN climate meeting COP29, which starts on Monday. "A waste of time", thinks Papua New Guinea's Foreign Minister.
EU: Hope for good relations with Trump
The EU is keeping its fingers crossed for good relations with the USA's newly elected president Donald Trump. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen spoke with Trump on Thursday about both trade and the war in Ukraine and sees, for example, energy as a future negotiating area.
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.
Trade and Ukraine – how the US election affects Europe
Europe both cheers and sighs over Donald Trump's election victory in the USA. The EU machinery is preparing itself for the consequences, with a focus on trade and the war in Ukraine.
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.
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.
Europe-friendly President Declares Victory in Moldova
Europe-friendly Maia Sandu declares herself the winner in Moldova's presidential election. With nearly 99 percent of the votes counted, she has surpassed the pro-Russian candidate Aleksandr Stoianoglo.
Countries demand answers after disputed election in Georgia
A number of Western countries are questioning the weekend's election in Georgia, which ended with the pro-Russian ruling party Georgian Dream proclaiming victory. Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) says she is "seriously concerned".
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.
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