Tensions between Italy and Brussels increase as the European Commission reviews the country's draft budget.

From the European Parliament, Raw Politics brings you the stories making headlines in Brussels today.

European Council President Donald Tusk impressed everyone by cruising through the Paris on a fashionable electric scooter.

EU's top diplomat says 'a full investigation needed' into Khashoggi's disappearance.

A campaign-style video released by Hungarian government spokesperson takes direct aim at Guy Verhofstadt.and his alleged views on migration. But is this just a piece of political propaganda for the 2019 European elections?

Raw Politics: a look back at the week's stories...in case you missed it

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Raw Politics: Saudi Arabia facing increasing questions over Khashoggi disappearance

Raw Politics: Bavarians face regional vote with global implications

Raw Politics: Bono pitches up to save Europe, NATO's war games, the rats of Paris and Brexit silence

Raw Politics: NATO flexes its muscles in huge military drill

The last couple of days have seen no word of either a breakthrough or a breakdown in Brexit negotiations. What can we make of this relative silence?