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EU's 'Made in Europe' proposal suffers another delay

The French-led European Commission’s push to embed a so-called European preference in public procurement is attracting heavy lobbying from opposed EU capitals and foreign partners, like the United States and the United Kingdom.

Europe News

Double Hungarian veto thwarts Ukraine loan and Russia sanctions

"We should not tie together things that are not connected to each other at all," High Representative Kaja Kallas said on Monday amid a new crisis caused by back-to-back Hungarian vetoes.

Europe Today

'Change EU rules to stop Hungary's abuse of veto' – Lithuanian FM

With Budapest having blocked a €90 billion lifeline loan for Ukraine and a twentieth sanctions package against Russia, Kęstutis Budrys says action needs to be taken to stop Hungary abusing its veto to block key EU policies.

Earth News

‘Scandalous’: EU slammed for spending billions on meat subsidies

The EU is being urged to introduce a Plant-Based Action Plan to promote sustainable diets and help farmers transition away from meat and dairy.

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World News

EU demands Trump to deliver on trade pledges after tariffs blocked

The European Commission demanded the US honor its trade commitments after the Supreme Court struck down some of Trump's tariffs. A top EU lawmaker has since moved to pause ratification of last year's EU-US trade deal.

Europe Today

Hungary blocks €90 billion loan for Ukraine over damaged pipeline

Hungarian foreign minister accuses Ukraine of sabotage and says his country will block financial assistance for Kyiv until transit of Russian oil resumes. Ahead of a key election, Budapest ups its anti-Ukraine rhetoric.

Europe News

EU countries still at odds over new Russia sanctions as deadline nears

Brussels wants to have a new package of sanctions approved by Tuesday to punish Russia coinciding with the four-year anniversary of Ukraine's full-scale invasion. Still, a full ban on maritime services is proving an obstacle.

Europe in Motion

Europeans lack knowledge about the ECHR, but do they want to stay in?

As some European governments push for a tougher migration framework under the European Convention on Human Rights, public opinion appears firmly on their side. Yet strikingly few Europeans say they know much about the convention itself.

Europe Today

Newsletter: France denounces Commission over Board of Peace meeting

Also in this newsletter: The EU mediates amid Hungary and Slovakia’s energy standoff with Ukraine, and the French far right asks the European Parliament to mark death of activist Quentin Deranque.

Europe News

US energy leader slams IEA's net zero agenda

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the International Energy Agency should focus on energy security and abandon net zero ideas, but EU leaders have backed the Paris-based agency as a "trusted pillar" of the global energy community.

Europe Today

Putin 'never wants' peace, Georgia's Zourabichvili tells Euronews

In an interview with Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today, Salomé Zourabichvili said that Russian President Vladimir Putin "has to be brought to peace by constraint".

Europe Today

Newsletter: Some countries furious over EU's dance with Board of Peace

Also in this newsletter: Political jostling for the European Central Bank presidency begins amid rumours of Lagarde’s early departure; and an exclusive story on the new procedure agreed to select the host of the European Customs Authority.

EU.XL

The booming business of EU exam coaching

As EPSO, the EU’s flagship entry exam, returns after seven years, a parallel industry steps in: private coaching companies offering candidates an edge in one of Europe’s toughest competitions.

Earth News

Geothermal energy could replace over 40% of EU’s fossil electricity

Enhanced geothermal systems could wean the EU off fossil fuels, even in countries without volcanic activity.

Europe News

Exclusive: EU sets process to pick host for European Customs Authority

The European Parliament and member states have drafted a procedure to select the hosting country of the future European Custom Authority, which is expected to be formally approved in the coming days.

Europe News

France leads backlash against Commissioner Šuica's Board of Peace trip

European Commissioner Dubravka Šuica is under fire for attending the first formal gathering of Donald Trump's Board of Peace, whose expansive mandate has raised serious concerns among member states.

Economy

ECB says 'no decision made' on Lagarde's potential exit amid reports

Reports on Wednesday indicated Christine Lagarde could step down as ECB President before her mandate expires in October 2027. The ECB asserted that no decision has been made and that the President is focused on her mission, in a response to Euronews.

Europe Today

Newsletter: Time for Europe to 'stop hitting the snooze button'

Also in this newsletter: the latest on the push for a 20th package of sanctions against Russia; tensions escalate amid anti-semitism row between US and Belgium; and how US sanctions are making life impossible for an ICC judge.

EU.XL

The EU offers about €6,000 a month and a lifelong job, 3% will get in

An estimated 50,000 to 60,000 people are expected to take the EPSO exam for 1,490 reserve list positions. About 750 candidates will secure permanent roles. Watch the video.

Europe News

EU prepares to confront its electricity price conundrum

EU leaders will discuss options to reduce electricity prices at a March summit. Among them are decoupling electricity from gas prices and addressing the emergence of negative energy prices, which make producers pay consumers for the power they use.

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