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EU proposes fresh sanctions on Russia after 'sham referendums'

Under the new package, EU citizens will be barred from serving on the boards of Russian-state companies.

Europe Decoded

Fact-check: Was this EU flag torn down after far-right's election win?

In the footage, a man climbs onto an administrative building in Rome and replaces the EU flag with the Italian tricolour flag, while a crowd of protesters chant "Italy, nation, revolution".

Europe News

Severe droughts 'could be the norm' in the EU by 2050, experts say

Droughts could mean that "part of the Mediterranean region will become problematic when it comes to agriculture", MEPs were told on Wednesday.

Europe News

Here's what a Meloni government in Italy could mean for the EU

Here's what a Meloni government in Italy could mean for the EU.

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Debate: How are EU cities adapting to be more sustainable & accessible

Listen to our My Europe debate on what European cities are doing to be more sustainable and accessible.

Hungary

Hungary wants to poll citizens on support for EU's sanctions on Russia

A senior politician in Hungary's ruling party Fidesz claimed "the sanctions are causing harm. They are destroying Europe’s economy."

Europe News

EU to prepare new sanctions against Russia following Putin's speech

The European Commission president said the penalties will focus on "civilian technology as Russia moves to a full war economy."

Europe News

European lawmakers issue joint appeal for EU-Taiwan investment deal

A cross-party group of legislators urged the European Commission to "make haste" with an investment agreement.

Mobility

The first hybrid battery train is making its way to Europe

The so-called hybrid “tri-mode” means the train can switch between battery, electric or diesel and can operate on electrified and non-electrified lines.

World

‘We need legally binding rules to protect media better,’ says Jourová

Euronews journalist Sandor Zsiros speaks to Věra Jourová, the European Commission's Vice-President for Values and Transparency, to find out more about the new Media Freedom Act.

Europe News

NGOs launch legal action against EU over 'nuclear & gas greenwashing'

The NGOs argue that the inclusion of gas and nuclear in the EU Taxonomy violates the European Climate Law and the bloc's obligations under the 2015 Paris Agreement.

Green News

EU looks to raise €140bn from windfall tax on energy firms

The plan is part of long-awaited emergency measures to tackle the soaring cost of electricity before winter.

Europe News

MEPs across the political spectrum criticise von der Leyen's speech

European People's Party President Manfred Weber took issue with the European Parliament not being consulted on plans for a one-time levy on energy companies.

Brazil

Euroviews. Europe should keep a watchful eye on Bolsonaro after election | View

"Bolsonaro has been saying that he reserves the right to only accept a defeat in the upcoming general election if he judges that they were fairly held," warns Rafael Loris, a professor of Latin American and Brazilian History and Politics at the University of Denver.

My Europe Series

What do Europeans think about the state of the EU?

From concerns about the energy crisis to a sense that the war has united the EU, here is what Europeans say about the state of the union.

Ukraine

Ukraine asks for long term commitment on reconstruction from EU

Ukraine needs long-term commitment from the EU and other allies for its eventual post-war reconstruction. That was the message from the country's Minister for Communities and Territories on a visit to Brussels.

Europe News

EU countries must avoid 'backtracking' on climate goals, UN says

The United Nations' acting human rights chief urged European Union member states not to backtrack on their climate goals in the face of an energy crisis.

Europe Decoded

State of the Union: What's the story behind the EU's keynote speech?

Delivered by the president of the European Commission, the EU's State of the Union speech marks the official start of the new legislative year.

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Defence and security cooperation could help Truss boost EU ties | View

Defence and security cooperation could help Liz Truss improve damaged UK-EU ties | View

Europe News

EU energy ministers move closer to price cap on all gas imports

EU member states endorsed four of the five measures proposed by the European Commission and invited the executive to propose a price cap on all gas imports.