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Italian farmers hold three rallies in Rome to protest EU rules

This latest demonstration comes as EU-wide protests from the sector paralyse the bloc.

Economy

EU growth prospects dim with inflation expected to further retreat

The EU's economy entered 2024 with subdued momentum. The European Commission downgraded its growth forecast to 0.9% for the EU and 0.8% for the euro area. Yet while inflation rates are expected to decline more than previously predicted, challenges remain.

Europe News

Spain and Ireland call for 'urgent review' of EU-Israel agreement

Prime ministers Pedro Sánchez and Leo Varadkar have asked the European Commission to "undertake an urgent review" of the EU-Israel agreement in light of the war in Gaza and the worsening humanitarian crisis.

Spain

Spanish farmers stage tractor protests over EU policies and prices

There have been protests by farmers in countries such as France, Poland and Greece over the issue.

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Travel News

EU travel update: Cost of Schengen visa set to rise in 2024

Schengen visas are required for citizens from non-EU countries that do not benefit from the EU and Schengen area's 90-day visa-free rule.

Europe News

Brussels launches legal action against Hungary over 'sovereignty law'

The European Commission launched on Wednesday legal action against Hungary over the passing of the so-called "sovereignty law."

Earth News

European wind generates more electricity than gas for first year

Europe’s power demand is expected to rise again soon, as electrification takes off through heat pumps and EVs.

Europe News

Brussels recommends 90% emissions cut as the EU's 2040 climate target

The European Union must slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, Brussels said on Tuesday in a recommendation aimed at ensuring climate neutrality becomes a reality by mid-century.

Europe News

Von der Leyen ditches contentious pesticide law amid farmer protests

Ursula von der Leyen announced on Tuesday the withdrawal of a contentious law that aimed to reduce the use of pesticides across the European Union, marking the first defeat of the Green Deal.

Europe News

Brussels bemoans its capital market 'Cinderella'

The EU wants to expand funding sources for small business – but even as new listing rules are finalised, its architects admit all’s not going to plan.

Europe News

EU proposes to extend free trade with Ukraine but with restrictions

The European Commission proposed on Wednesday to extend free trade with Ukraine until June 2025, but with a new tweak to enable the type of national restrictions that Kyiv has complained about.

Europe News

Euroviews. Should EU’s platform accountability rules have a 'Brussels effect'?

The DSA's first signs of impact are becoming visible, but what is stopping big tech from treating everyone who uses their services fairly and equitably, Claire Pershan, Odanga Madung and Kiito Shilongo write.

Europe Decoded

How much Western aid does Ukraine need to keep its economy afloat?

Ukraine is staring down a massive hole in its state coffers, which only Western assistance can possibly plug.

Economy

Amazon pulls the plug on iRobot amid disappointing EU connection

Amazon drops $1.4 billion bid for iRobot amid disagreements with EU regulators threatening to block the deal in 2022.

Health news

New medical device rules further delayed to avoid shortages

The European Commission wants to buy manufacturers time to comply with revised safety standards for diagnostic devices as a slower-than-expected transition to the new framework poses risks of shortages.

Space

New space launcher policy pledge after Ariane failure

Reliance on US tech to get into orbit is causing jitters, as the prospect of a second Trump presidency gets closer.

Europe News

Brussels begins review to possibly unfreeze €76 billion for Poland

The European Commission has formally begun a three-month process to review the €76.5 billion of cohesion funds that Poland has been unable to access due to concerns over judicial independence.

Europe News

MEPs threaten legal action if Commission unfreezes more funds

In a scathing resolution, Members of the European Parliament threatened to launch legal action against the European Commission if the executive releases further frozen funds to Hungary.

Europe News

Brussels will 'act' if Polish standoff breaches EU law, says Jourová

The European Commission is "very closely" following the political crisis in Poland and will "have to act" if the situation worsens and leads to violations of EU law, Věra Jourová warned on Wednesday.

Europe News

EU will approve Ukraine aid with or without Hungary: von der Leyen

The European Union will, if needed, find a way to bypass Viktor Orbán's veto and approve the €50-billion special fund for Ukraine, Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday.