‘The West created Vučić’: Serbian journalists say repression is tightening
21 May Foreign & Security Policy

‘The West created Vučić’: Serbian journalists say repression is tightening

As Serbia cracks down on dissent, investigative reporter Saša Dragojlo talks about state violence, media suppression, and why he thinks the EU bears part of the blame.
by Eloise Hardy
Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election
19 May Foreign & Security Policy
Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
21 May Foreign & Security Policy
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
16 May Foreign & Security Policy
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
Dieselgate: Calls for European car manufacturers to end legal delays and agree compromise settlement Partner Content
20 Aug
Dieselgate: Calls for European car manufacturers to end legal delays and agree compromise settlement
Coronavirus crisis, climate change and economic recovery highlight imperative of industry moving on from exhaust emissions scandal.
5 Questions with... Pierre Karleskind
13 Aug
5 Questions with... Pierre Karleskind
Pierre Karleskind (FR, RE) is Chair of Parliament’s Fisheries Committee.
Facing the immediate and long-term risks of COVID-19 on both sides of the Atlantic
12 Aug
Facing the immediate and long-term risks of COVID-19 on both sides of the Atlantic
By favouring re-opening over suppressing the Coronavirus, the US population – and the economy – may emerge from the pandemic in poorer health than most European countries, write John Springford and Simon Tilford.
Setting Europe on course for sustainable shipping
12 Aug
Setting Europe on course for sustainable shipping
The maritime sector kept the global economy going when much of the world was locked down earlier this year. Now this vital sector needs our support, argues Adina Valean.
Parliament’s EPP Group calls for sanctions against Belarusian President and law enforcement leaders
11 Aug
Parliament’s EPP Group calls for sanctions against Belarusian President and law enforcement leaders
Alexander Lukashenko won a landslide re-election victory after bloody clashes between riot police and thousands of protesters who said Sunday’s poll was rigged.
Getting Europe's ship data together
11 Aug
Getting Europe's ship data together
The harmonisation of carbon emission data collecting regimes must consider those who are already on that path, and not jeopardise Europe’s global competitiveness, argues Pernille Weiss.
Can Johnson avoid a no-deal Brexit?
10 Aug
Can Johnson avoid a no-deal Brexit?
A no-deal Brexit would see food and car prices rise in the UK, shortages of medicines and huge delays and tailbacks at Dover. But there are, as yet, few signs of panic, writes Roger Casale.
European Commission pledges additional €30m in support for Lebanon
10 Aug
European Commission pledges additional €30m in support for Lebanon
The executive made the pledge on Sunday at an international virtual conference on assistance and support to Beirut.
A sustainable maritime transport sector
10 Aug
A sustainable maritime transport sector
The EU is on course to realising a fully sustainable maritime transport sector, writes Jutta Paulus.
European Commission considers reopening buildings across EU by mid-September
07 Aug
European Commission considers reopening buildings across EU by mid-September
The executive insists, however, that this decision will depend on the spread of COVID-19 in Member States.
Britain must settle any outstanding EIB loans when it finally leaves EU, says European Commission
07 Aug
Britain must settle any outstanding EIB loans when it finally leaves EU, says European Commission
With the deadlocked Brexit talks continuing over the summer, the UK’s financial position with the European Investment Bank (EIB) has recently come under the spotlight.
EU rallies to support Lebanon after Beirut explosion
06 Aug
EU rallies to support Lebanon after Beirut explosion
The EU has activated its Civil Protection Mechanism after a huge blast devastated the port area of the capital Beirut on Tuesday.
Why the EU must claim its place in the 5G race
06 Aug
Why the EU must claim its place in the 5G race
As the advent of 5G gathers pace, the EU must ensure that it becomes a relevant player in the race for a ubiquitous technology that will redefine the world we live in, argues Nicolás González Casares.
5G: A risky business
05 Aug
5G: A risky business
5G offers enormous societal and economic benefits, but this is not without serious security risks, explains Kris Peeters.
Ursula von der Leyen and David Sassoli appeal to Member States to step up fight against racism
05 Aug
Ursula von der Leyen and David Sassoli appeal to Member States to step up fight against racism
Marking Roma Holocaust Memorial Day, the presidents of the European Commission and Parliament said Europe has a duty to protect its minorities from racism and discrimination.
Commission issues list of measures for Member States to prevent second wave of COVID-19
04 Aug
Commission issues list of measures for Member States to prevent second wave of COVID-19
With increases in cases being seen in several countries, notably Belgium, the executive warned that “now is not the time to let our guard down.”
5G: Made in Europe
04 Aug
5G: Made in Europe
Europe needs to be independent from foreign technology if it wants to achieve digital sovereignty, especially when it comes to the security of our critical infrastructure, argues Axel Voss.
Azerbaijani MP condemns violent attacks on diplomatic missions and embassies in the US and Belgium by members of Armenian Diaspora Partner Content
04 Aug
Azerbaijani MP condemns violent attacks on diplomatic missions and embassies in the US and Belgium by members of Armenian Diaspora
Despite recent events, we remain ready to cooperate with Armenia to strengthen humanitarian-confidence building measures if it gives up its policy of occupation, says Azerbaijan MP Könül Nurullayeva.
European Parliament mourns loss of former MEP and Nobel Peace Prize laureate John Hume
03 Aug
European Parliament mourns loss of former MEP and Nobel Peace Prize laureate John Hume
Former UK Socialist MEP John Hume, described by some as “the Nelson Mandela of Irish politics”, has died after a short illness aged 83.
Small EU businesses voice ‘major concerns’ over lack of progress in ongoing Brexit talks
03 Aug
Small EU businesses voice ‘major concerns’ over lack of progress in ongoing Brexit talks
The comments come with formal talks between the EU and UK set to resume in Brussels on 17 August.
David Frost says despite difficulties, Brexit trade deal can still be reached in autumn
31 Jul
David Frost says despite difficulties, Brexit trade deal can still be reached in autumn
UK’s chief negotiator suggests there are ‘large areas of convergence’ on negotiation areas.
EU defends decision to reject Polish town twinning grant applications after cities declare themselves LGBTI-free zones
31 Jul
EU defends decision to reject Polish town twinning grant applications after cities declare themselves LGBTI-free zones
European equality commissioner, Helena Dalli says EU values and rights ‘must be respected’.
Ushering in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
31 Jul
Ushering in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
An autonomous, secure and resilient European 5G network is within the EU’s reach, writes Josianne Cutajar.
CCS: why it can only be a transition technology
30 Jul
CCS: why it can only be a transition technology
Carbon capture, storage and utilisation technologies can help Europe’s industries decarbonise, but they should not be seen as a holy grail for achieving climate neutrality, writes Jens Geier.