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Europe Decoded

Analysis: In just one week, the EU has changed forever

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has thrust the bloc into a new chapter that until recently would have been unthinkable.

Ukraine

Ukraine one of us and we want them in EU, von der Leyen tells Euronews

Ukraine is one of us and we want them in EU, Ursula von der Leyen tells Euronews

Ukraine

'Watershed moment': EU to buy and deliver weapons to Ukraine

It is the first time the bloc has funded military support for a country under attack.

Travel News

Russia closes airspace to planes from several EU countries

Flights from Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia and Slovenia are no longer allowed into Russia.

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Ukraine

Let Ukraine rapidly join the EU, says Zelenskyy

In a defiant and emotional public address on Saturday, the Ukrainian president asked for "courage" from the international community in deciding to block Moscow's access to global financial transactions.

Health news

COVID vaccines for children: How do European countries compare?

The EMA authorised the use of the Pfizer vaccine for children over 5 years-old and the Omicron variant has put a renewed focus on countries' vaccination campaigns. Which European countries are now vaccinating young people?

Europe News

EU27 agree 'massive and severe' Russia sanctions over Ukraine invasion

Meeting in Brussels, EU leaders agreed on sanctions to hit several sectors at the heart of Russia's economy, with more details to be given on Friday.

Green News

New EU law could force large companies to respect the environment

If a company identifies these, issues it must take appropriate action to prevent or stop them.

Europe News

The EU sanctions Russia's defence minister and Putin's chief of staff

The latest raft of EU sanctions hits Putin's closest circle, including several army generals, a spokesperson and the editor-in-chief of the RT channel.

This will impact your life

More people in need of charity in Europe since COVID-19, NGO says

International charity Caritas calls on European policymakers to put people first and tackle social inequality in Europe.

Living

Why is energy poverty rising so sharply in the EU?

Energy poverty is a growing problem in Europe – with single parents with dependent children especially at risk.

Ukraine

Ukraine begins state of emergency as rebels 'ask Russia for help'

The 30-day measure allows authorities to impose restrictions on movement, block rallies and ban political parties and organisations “in the interests of national security and public order”.

Europe News

EU sanctions 351 Russian lawmakers who voted to recognise Donbas

The fresh package of sanctions also limits Russia's access to the EU capital and financial markets.

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Ukraine Russia Embassy Protest

Ukraine Russia Embassy Protest

Focus

Relationship reboot: EU-AU summit ends on positive note despite vaccine difference

In partnership with RDC - Ministère des Finances

In this episode of Focus, Euronews' Bryan Carter takes a look at what came out of the EU-AU summit as it draws to a close in Brussels.

World

Europe and Africa 'redesigning relationship based on mutual trust'

The European Union and the African Union are renewing their partnership to set a common vision for 2030. Euronews and Africanews talk to European Council President, Charles Michel and Chairperson of the African Union & President of Senegal, Macky Sall.

World News

EU resists calls for IP waivers but agrees to transfer mRNA technology

The European Commission, Germany, France and Belgium will invest €40 million to help six African countries produce mRNA vaccines at scale.

Focus

African leaders are pressing the EU to help them in the fight against Covid-19

In partnership with RDC - Ministère des Finances

The summit between the European Union and the African Union, October 17 and 18 meant two days of intense discussions in order to strengthened the partnership between both organisations in several areas. But major differences remain when it comes to tackling one of the world’s most pressing issues.

My Europe Series

Europe's week: Ukraine and Africa summit take centre stage

Brussels hosted the first EU-African Union summit since 2017.

Focus

DRC and the French development agency sign a national digital infrastructure development agreement

In partnership with RDC - Ministère des Finances

Summits are often diplomatic marathons. But aside from all the roundtables, social events, photo ops and bilateral meetings, leaders can also meet with other partners in order to implement concrete projects.