Now playing Next Europe Decoded Planned EU laws on child sexual abuse have sparked a privacy row. Why? Some have argued the proposed EU law could usher in mass surveillance in the bloc through the scanning of all communications, including encrypted messages. 19/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News EU calls for tougher visa suspension rules to address security risks The European Commission has proposed sharpening its visa suspension rules to address the "abuse" of visa-free travel in Europe. 18/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Von der Leyen defends trip to Israel and warns about 'fury of war' Ursula von der Leyen defended on Wednesday morning her closely watched trip to Israel and called on the European Union to "redouble" efforts to protect the civilian population in the Gaza Strip. 18/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News 73 MEPs want Commissioner to resign after fiasco over Palestinian aid More than 70 Members of the European Parliament have asked for the resignation of Olivér Várhelyi, the Commissioner who last week misleadingly announced the suspension of "all payments" to the Palestinian authorities. 17/10/2023
Now playing Next Economy EU offers Single Market access in exchange for Balkan reforms EU leaders have offered the Western Balkans access to the single market, contingent on swift reforms, marking a significant step towards integration while providing a huge economic incentive amidst the backdrop of Russia's Ukraine conflict. 17/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News EU leaders to discuss Israel-Hamas war after week of mixed messages European Union leaders will meet remotely on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the latest developments of the Israel-Hamas war and set the record straight about the bloc's joint position, with a possible call for a ceasefire. 16/10/2023
Now playing Next world news Euroviews. The EU has to protect fragile marine life from destructive fishing We are facing a critical moment to reinforce the EU’s ongoing leadership, legal obligation, and accountability toward safeguarding one of the most vulnerable and biologically diverse areas of the planet, Sian Owen writes. 13/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Tunisia snubs Brussels and refunds €60 million in EU aid The Tunisian government has sent back the €60 million in EU funds that were released last week, the European Commission confirmed on Thursday. 12/10/2023
Now playing Next Health news New €1 billion funding partnership for polio eradication launched The EU, European Investment Bank (EIB), and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation aim to contribute funding for global polio eradication. 11/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe Decoded EU migration reform enters final stretch. Here's what to expect The European Union is inching closer to reforming its migration policy, a once-in-a-generation opportunity to establish consistent rules for all member states. But there's still work to do before reaching the finish line. 11/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Commissioner went solo with suspension of EU funds for Palestinians The European Commission scrambled on Tuesday to explain the contradictory messages sent by their officials regarding the bloc's aid for the Palestinian territories in reaction to the unfolding Israel-Hamas war. 10/10/2023
Now playing Next Business Is the EU sacrificing animal welfare to tackle the cost of living? Long-awaited EU animal welfare proposals are falling through without an official explanation. Some reports suspect that economic objectives are at play. 06/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Tunisia can 'wire back' EU money if it doesn't want it: Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi, the European Commissioner for enlargement and neighbourhood, has said Tunisia is free to "wire back" the €60 million in EU funds that were transferred earlier this week. 05/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News EU has sent €60 million to Tunisia despite president rejecting money The European Commission has confirmed it has transferred €60 million in budget support to the Tunisian government, despite President Kais Saied publicly saying he rejects the "charity" money. 04/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Hoekstra and Šefčovič approved for top EU climate jobs by EP committee The European Parliament's environment committee has approved the bids of Wopke Hoekstra and Maroš Šefčovič to spearhead the Green Deal agenda, with a final vote on their appointments expected on Thursday. 04/10/2023
Now playing Next world news Euroviews. Europe must shun populist sirens and rebuild a climate of trust Member states must realise that the only choice is to share sovereignty at the European level. In short, nationalism is contrary to the national interest, Marco Buti writes. 04/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Endorsement of Hoekstra and Šefčovič for commissioner jobs delayed EU commissioner-designates Wopke Hoekstra and Maroš Šefčovič need to do more to convince the European Parliament's environment committee they have what it takes to spearhead the EU’s green transition. 03/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News These are the four technologies the EU fears might be weaponised The European Commission has unveiled a preliminary list of four technology areas that have the highest risk of being misused to prop up autocratic regimes and violate human rights. 03/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News The Commission wants a €66bn EU budget top-up. MEPs want €10bn more The European Parliament called on Tuesday on the European Union to urgently top up its long-term budget by €10 billion more than the proposal currently on the table to respond to unforeseen crises. 03/10/2023
Now playing Next Europe News EU climate chief nominee vows more ambition in parliament hearing Former Dutch foreign minister Wopke Hoekstra struck back on Monday evening against accusations that he lacks the credentials needed to spearhead the EU's climate action policies. 02/10/2023