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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.

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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.

My Europe Series

Europe's week: Energy woes continue and Queen Elizabeth II dies

Here's a look at the top stories from Europe this week.

Europe Decoded

Europe's energy crisis: How will EU ministers address rising prices?

We spoke to experts about the EU energy crisis and how member states will address the high prices.

Europe News

How is Europe reacting to the death of Queen Elizabeth II?

European leaders mourned the Queen and paid tribute to the historic duration of her reign and her history of service to the United Kingdom.

Europe News

Energy ministers discuss savings and caps to curb power prices

A proposal to establish a price cap on Russian gas has become divisive and is likely to be discarded.

Europe Decoded

Russia has turned off Nord Stream 1. Here's what it means for the EU.

The energy crisis could last up to four years.

Europe Decoded

Energy crisis: Six things you need to know about the EU's gas storage

Gas storage has emerged as a national security priority to prepare countries for a total suspension of Russian supplies.

Czech Republic

EU health ministers meet in Prague to discuss Ukraine and COVID-19

EU health ministers met in Prague with Ukraine and COVID-19 high on the list as well as the treatment of cancer in the bloc.

Europe News

Brussels sets out plans to restrict visas for Russian nationals

The proposed guidelines by Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson come less than a week after EU foreign ministers backed the motion at an informal meeting in Prague.