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Tens of thousands rally in Moldova to demand EU membership

Around 75,000 people rallied in Moldova's capital in support of their country joining the European Union, as it has become the centre of a struggle between Moscow and the West.

Europe News

EU must 'match expectations' of Ukraine's membership hopes - Metsola

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola spoke to Euronews in Strasbourg on Europe Day.

Europe News

'We cannot go back on deals,' Metsola says amid e-fuels standoff

Germany has blocked the final approval of a legislation that will impose a 100% reduction in CO2 emissions on new cars and vans sold after 2035.

Europe News

MEPs urge Metsola to intervene in standoff with Germany over e-fuels

Germany is demanding an exemption for e-fuels in order to unblock a 2035 ban on combustion engine vehicles.

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Ukraine

Roberta Metsola praises the "brave people" of Ukraine

The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, has met with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in what is her second visit to the country since Russia’s invasion

Belgium

Ukraine's Zelenskyy makes emotional appeal for EU membership

Talking at the European Parliament in Brussels, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes emotional appeal for EU membership.

World News

Roberta Metsola meets with Michael D. Higgins in Dublin

The European Parliament President Roberta Metsola met with Irish President Michael D. Higgins in Dublin on Friday, thanking him for Ireland's welcome of Ukrainian refugees.

Europe News

Body probing MEPs' conduct should get more powers & funds: EU watchdog

EU Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly welcomed the proposals unveiled by European Parliament chief Roberta Metsola to crack down on corruption and increase transparency but said that more could be done.

Europe News

European Parliament starts process to waive immunity of two more MEPs

Marc Tarabella and Andrea Cozzolino are both members of the Socialists & Democrats Group.

Europe News

Corruption scandal: Metsola vows to review EU laws for undue lobbying

In her first interview with Euronews since the corruption scandal erupted, the European Parliament President promised "immediate" reforms.

World News

Roberta Metsola admits 2022 was 'difficult year for Europe'

"If history and this year especially have shown us anything, it is that the European Union comes out of crises stronger and more united", said European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola.

Belgium

Metsola promises 'wide-ranging' reforms after MEP corruption scandal

The European Parliament president promised a clampdown on MEPs' links with third countries and other measures, amid the scandal over Qatar's alleged attempt to buy influence.

Europe News

'We'd rather be cold than bought': Metsola slams corruption scandal

Roberta Metsola addressed the European Parliament after MEP Eva Kaili was arrested and charged with corruption and money laundering.

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The European Parliament marks 70th anniversary in Strasbourg

The prime ministers of Belgium, France and Luxembourg addressed the parliament as part of the ceremony as the three countries are the body's host nations.

Europe News

'We must keep reforming': EU Parliament marks 70th anniversary

Roberta Metsola said the parliament was not perfect and must keep reforming but that she was proud of its achievements.

Europe News

Meloni hails 'frank, positive' exchange with EU leaders in Brussels

Italy's new far-right leader met with the heads of the European Parliament, Commission and Council on her first trip to Brussels since taking office.

World News

EU Parliament leader slams Russian strikes on Ukraine as 'war crimes'

“Appeasement will never work. These are war crimes”: Roberta Metsola, European Parliament President, joins an international chorus of condemnation over Russia's wave of strikes against Ukraine.

Europe News

EU Parliament slapped with complaint over 'backroom deal' for top job

Two NGOs said the deal to appoint Alessandro Chiocchetti as the Parliament's new secretary general was "unacceptable" and "sordid."

Europe News

MEP barred from Israel wants EU to hit back with reciprocal measures

A European Parliament's delegation to Palestine was cancelled on Monday after Israel said Manu Pineda could not enter the country.

Europe News

MEPs cancel official trip to Israel & Palestine after one denied entry

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the arrival of Manu Pineda, President of the European Parliament's Delegation for relations with Palestine, "was not approved."