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"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

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.

Good COP or bad COP? Get a grip on the climate conference

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.

World leaders snub climate meeting

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.

EU: Hope for good relations with Trump

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

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.

Trade and Ukraine – how the US election affects Europe

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

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.

Europe-friendly President Declares Victory in Moldova

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".

Countries demand answers after disputed election in Georgia

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

New winds on migration – this is what's happening now

The wish list is clear for tougher measures on asylum and migration in the EU. The far-right is rejoicing over "new winds in Europe".

New winds on migration – this is what's happening now

EU demands: Exception for affordable housing

Sweden's non-profit housing model must be exempt from the EU's state aid rules, believes former Housing Minister Johan Danielsson (S). We have a housing shortage that makes ordinary people priced out of our major cities.

EU demands: Exception for affordable housing

Barely EU Yes in Moldova Despite Russian Influence

Moldova says yes to future EU membership in a referendum. But the margin was minimal – and Russia is believed to have tried to influence the vote.

Barely EU Yes in Moldova Despite Russian Influence

Barely EU Yes in Moldova Despite Russian Influence

Moldova says yes to a future EU membership in a referendum. But the margin was minimal – and Russia is believed to have tried to influence the vote.

Barely EU Yes in Moldova Despite Russian Influence

Pressure to take tougher action against migrants increases in EU

EU leaders want to see new measures to be able to deport migrants who have been denied asylum. Among other things, they will reconsider whether asylum centers can be established outside the EU's borders.

Pressure to take tougher action against migrants increases in EU

Zelensky: Wants to make the Russians hate Putin

Support us – otherwise you will strengthen Russia, says Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj on site in Brussels to present his "victory plan" for the EU leaders. Hungary warns of a world war.

Zelensky: Wants to make the Russians hate Putin

Tougher Demands: Send People to Syria

The pressure is increasing all over Europe to deport more migrants – and even start returning refugees to Syria. But the aid organizations are furious.

Tougher Demands: Send People to Syria

First boat with migrants arrives in Albania

16 migrants have arrived in Albania from Italy, the first group in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's touted deal with the Balkan country. According to Albania's Prime Minister, other countries have already shown interest in a similar solution – but been rejected.

First boat with migrants arrives in Albania

The demand ahead of the EU summit: Tighten up migration

Migration becomes a hot issue at the EU leaders' summit in Brussels. The pressure is to increase on asylum seekers to return when they do not have the right to stay in the EU.

The demand ahead of the EU summit: Tighten up migration

EU proposal to get more migrants out promised

The EU Commission is to present legislative proposals that will increase the pressure on migrants who are not allowed to stay in the EU to return. And return centers in locations outside the EU will be re-examined.

EU proposal to get more migrants out promised

Sharp criticism of Viktor Orbán in the EU: a dictator

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is met with harsh words and scathing criticism in the EU Parliament. Left-wing lies and political propaganda, he counters himself.

Sharp criticism of Viktor Orbán in the EU: a dictator

Svantesson: Hungary must back down

Hungarian resistance to one of the parts of the EU's next Ukraine support can make the entire support significantly more expensive for Europe. Depressing, says Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party).

Svantesson: Hungary must back down

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