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EU must lead on climate in light of US 'stupidity', says Mary Robinson

Robinson urged the EU to step up on climate and criticised the US's "stupid" climate approach. This comes as the EU scales back its climate ambitions.

Economy

European property market: Where have housing costs soared the most?

Between 2015 and 2024, house prices in the EU increased by 53%, with the cost tripling in some countries.

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Support grows for Dutch call to review EU-Israel ties over Gaza aid

French President Emmanuel Macron has said the prospect of suspending cooperation with Israel is an “open question” for the EU.

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Commission's Pfizergate loss hailed as ‘victory for transparency’

The EU Court ruled against the Commission for failing to justify its refusal to release texts between von der Leyen and Pfizer’s CEO. Critics say the Commission’s actions undermine public trust and accountability, calling for greater transparency in decision-making.

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European Parliament blocks new EU transparency rules

A report meant to implement an EU body for ethical standards was voted down by the European Parliament's committee on constitutional affairs, due to opposition from the EPP and right-wing groups.

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Costa praises Montenegro's EU progress, urges focus on 2028 goal

Montenegro's president said the country hoped to "close as many chapters as possible" ahead of the next EU intergovernmental conference hosted by the Polish presidency.

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Commission unveils major plan to simplify EU’s agricultural rulebook

New tweaks to EU farming rules could potentially save farmers up to €1.58 billion annually, according to Commission estimates, but continue a trend toward making the EU’s green farming architecture more flexible.

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EU agrees new sanctions on Russia as Putin refuses ceasefire

The new package of EU sanctions comes one day before a direct round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Turkey.

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EU ministers, film sector defend industry amid US tariff threats

The European Union is pushing back against President Trump threats on film and streaming industries, as culture ministers gathered in Brussels this week to discuss the future of the bloc’s audiovisual rules.

The Europe Conversation

‘I'm very worried about the coarseness of language,’ Irish PM tells Euronews

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin shares his concerns about Hungary’s position within the EU, the deterioration of public discourse, and the future of Ukraine’s membership to the bloc.

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Valencia flood survivors share experiences with EU officials

'The presidents of the EU institutions were very eager to listen to us,' said the representatives of victims associations.

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Serbia is 'fully committed' to EU accession, says Costa in Belgrade

The European Council president met Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in Belgrade on Tuesday, emphasising the need for Serbia to align more closely with the EU.

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Orbán criticises Irish PM veto comments made in Euronews interview

The Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has denounced Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin for criticising Budapest and what he termed its "abuse of vetoes" in a Euronews interview.

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Eurovision will allow European flag for fans but not for artists

The European flag will be allowed at this year's Eurovision Song Contest, but with limitations for artists, something Brussels called "disappointing".

Spain

UK-EU post-Brexit reset could depend on Gibraltar deal, Spain says

Spain’s foreign minister has suggested that an EU-UK security pact may hinge on the future of the tiny British territory.

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'It's extremely encouraging,' Eurogroup president says on US-China trade rollback

Eurogroup President and Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe welcomed the move of the United States and China agreeing to drastically roll back tariffs for 90 days. In an exclusive interview with Euronews, he called it a promising development for EU–US relations.

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Polish far-right MEPs uncomfortable in Sovereign Nations group

The three Polish members of Europe of Sovereign Nations are unhappy with the group’s stance on Russia. But they will not leave it (for now).

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Trump needs prison space - can Europe help him out?

As the European Union scrambles to find bargaining chips for future trade talks with the Trump administration, there is something Brussels could offer to catch the US president’s attention: prison space.

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Syria will take back its citizens trying to reach Cyprus by boat

Human traffickers are cutting deals with local employers to bring in Syrians, according to Cyprus' deputy migration minister.

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How should the EU interpret the trade deal between the US and the UK?

The United Kingdom is the first European country to have reached a compromise with the United States on trade. But some analysts believe the deal sends the wrong signal.