Pope Francis: Bloodshed in the Holy Land must end
22 Apr Foreign & Security Policy
Pope Francis: Bloodshed in the Holy Land must end
Writing before his death on Easter Monday, Pope Francis called for safety and dignity for everyone in Palestine and Israel. Waging peace takes more courage than waging war, he argued in this posthumous op-ed.
EU opinion divided over bid to seize frozen Russian assets
22 Apr EU Institutions
EU opinion divided over bid to seize frozen Russian assets
Interest income on Russian funds held in Belgium helps finance Ukraine’s war effort. Pressure is mounting for the EU to go further — testing legal limits, political unity and the bloc's financial credibility.
Meloni and Trump play nice at White House, but US-EU future still on thin ice
18 Apr Foreign & Security Policy
Meloni and Trump play nice at White House, but US-EU future still on thin ice
A meeting between the Italian prime minister and the US president reaffirmed their mutual admiration. But real progress on trade, Ukraine and defence remains elusive.
The Parliament's April print edition is out now
10 Apr EU Institutions
The Parliament's April print edition is out now
This month's edition of the magazine looks at the crumbling of the political centre, Trump's tariff turbulence and the risks to judicial independence.
Europe's universities lure US academics under fire from Trump, but face similar risks
08 Apr
Europe's universities lure US academics under fire from Trump, but face similar risks
Wanted: US professors for European academia. Some in Trump's America may want to flee, but threats to academic freedom are growing in the EU, too.
As Trump rewrites the trade playbook, the EU holds fire — for now
04 Apr EU Institutions
As Trump rewrites the trade playbook, the EU holds fire — for now
Donald Trump’s decision to hit the EU with a 20% tariff has Brussels calibrating how to strike back without damaging its own industries.
Le Pen ruling reflects growing challenges to judicial independence 
03 Apr EU Institutions
Le Pen ruling reflects growing challenges to judicial independence 
Across Europe, right-wing politicians are clashing with courts over allegations of political bias. That bodes poorly for the rule of law.
Electric dreams, economic realities: Europe's auto industry faces an uphill battle
02 Apr Economics
Electric dreams, economic realities: Europe's auto industry faces an uphill battle
Weak market demand, tariffs and fierce global competition are pushing European car makers into a turbulent future, forcing tough choices in a rapidly changing industry.
As European politics shifts right, 'centrists' aren't what they used to be
31 Mar EU Institutions
As European politics shifts right, 'centrists' aren't what they used to be
'Centrism' remains a buzzword in the EU establishment. Yet with rule of law under pressure, it's hardly clear what that means.
Q&A: Germany’s spending spree good news for the EU — with caveats
21 Mar Member States
Q&A: Germany’s spending spree good news for the EU — with caveats
Germany’s historic shift on spending means more for defence and infrastructure. A top German economist explains what needs to happen next.
The Parliament's March print edition is out now
14 Mar EU Institutions
The Parliament's March print edition is out now
March's edition of the magazine looks at the growing divide between the EU and the US, and what's next for Ukraine.
Europe confronts a worst-case scenario it has long feared
05 Mar Foreign & Security Policy
Europe confronts a worst-case scenario it has long feared
Europe faces its biggest security crisis since the Cold War as Trump freezes military aid to Ukraine. Can European powers avoid repeating their past mistakes?
Merz eyes defence buildup, economic reboot and stricter migration
04 Mar Foreign & Security Policy
Merz eyes defence buildup, economic reboot and stricter migration
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU/CSU parliamentary bloc, is set to lead the next government after his party came first in recent elections. He says only he can strengthen Germany and Europe, but at what cost?
Students in Serbia are losing faith in the EU, but not in European values
28 Feb Foreign & Security Policy
Students in Serbia are losing faith in the EU, but not in European values
Lack of support from Brussels for anti-corruption protests against President Vučić’s regime has become an 'extreme disappointment' for those on the streets. They see the EU putting interests above values.
The EU's trade gamble: Appeasement or strategic play?
27 Feb EU Institutions
The EU's trade gamble: Appeasement or strategic play?
By prioritising conciliation over confrontation, Europe seems to be handing Trump the upper hand in negotiations over the president's planned tariffs. Experts say it’s the smartest thing the bloc could do right now.
Mafia or environmental group? Some EU states don't see a difference
26 Feb Energy & Environment
Mafia or environmental group? Some EU states don't see a difference
Several EU states are coming down hard on environmental groups like Last Generation. Lawyers and human rights groups say over-prosecution violates fundamental rights.
Op-ed: Europe's great tech mirage
19 Feb EU Institutions
Op-ed: Europe's great tech mirage
For the EU to have a chance to be competitive across next-gen technologies like AI and quantum computing, it will need both strategic investments and a willingness to pick winners – and losers.
Europe at odds with US over Ukraine — and itself
18 Feb Foreign & Security Policy
Europe at odds with US over Ukraine — and itself
First a call, now a meeting. The Trump administration is pushing ahead on negotiations with Russia over Ukraine. The EU is trying to find its way to the table.
February's print edition of The Parliament is out now
14 Feb EU Institutions
February's print edition of The Parliament is out now
From Russia's hybrid war on Europe to the continent's young shifting towards the right of the political spectrum, The Parliament's February edition dives into some of the big issues across the bloc.
Trump’s divide-and-conquer tactics overshadow EU leaders’ retreat
04 Feb EU Institutions
Trump’s divide-and-conquer tactics overshadow EU leaders’ retreat
Eastern European leaders recoiled at French insistence that EU military funds should be spent on European equipment, while the UK prime minister demurred from showing full-throated support for NATO ally Denmark.
Time flies: Looking back at five years since Brexit
29 Jan Foreign & Security Policy
Time flies: Looking back at five years since Brexit
How did we get here? February marks five years since Brexit became official. Here are some key developments since the EU-UK breakup.
Global attention shines spotlight on Greenland’s independence movement
28 Jan Foreign & Security Policy
Global attention shines spotlight on Greenland’s independence movement
The Danish prime minister has called for 'European unity' following renewed calls by Donald Trump to acquire the territory.
Make or break moment for Belgian government negotiations
24 Jan EU Institutions
Make or break moment for Belgian government negotiations
Months-long talks to form Belgium’s federal government hinge on hot-button issues. Despite EU pressure to get it done, making a 31 January deadline is hardly assured.
EU reckons with another Trump presidency
20 Jan EU Institutions
EU reckons with another Trump presidency
Is the EU as 'Trump proof' as its leaders have said?