Council of the EU
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How to dominate your European Parliament committee
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European Parliament condemns Orbán’s meeting with Putin
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Charles Michel tells Viktor Orbán he has ‘no role’ representing the EU on the world stage
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Hungary’s gatherings get cold shoulder after Putin visit
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French deficit warning taints Bruno Le Maire’s ministerial legacy
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Hungary takes EU to court over media freedom
EU fumes at rogue Orbán, but struggles to rein him in
Brussels is annoyed with Budapest, but Hungary’s leader seems to know exactly how far he can go without drawing real consequences.
Orbán parrots Putin’s lines on Ukraine in leaked letter to EU chief
POLITICO has seen the Hungarian prime minister’s review of his Moscow trip.
Viktor Orbán goes rogue
Brussels now plotting to restrain self-declared president of Europe.
EU, UK eye new era of green ties as Britain’s Labour takes power
Increased appetite for cooperation could save costs and boost climate action on both sides, experts say.
Orbán shakes hands with Putin in Moscow amid EU uproar
The Hungarian PM’s “peace mission” has sparked condemnation from European leaders.
Panic mode: Biden and Le Pen imperil mainstream politics
Just days before the final round of France’s snap parliamentary elections, we discuss possible scenarios for what could emerge from the messy political situation in Paris: shiny …
Hungary’s Orbán to meet Putin in Moscow, days after Kyiv visit
Multiple European leaders slam Hungary’s Russia-sympathizing PM for talking to Moscow without a mandate.
Europe’s new greenwashing rules risk totally confusing people
By trying to please businesses and protect consumers at the same time, two new laws risk undermining each other.
Macron loses clout to European free traders as he does battle at home
As Emmanuel Macron faces another election defeat, France’s hold over EU trade policy is about to loosen. Some EU countries sense an opportunity.
How to navigate Hungary’s EU presidency policy agenda like a pro
The country’s Council stint will be marked by political change in Brussels following the EU election.
EU approves up to €1.4B military aid to Ukraine from Russian frozen assets
The money will be used for direct purchases of kit like ammunition and aerial defense systems.
12 countries push for EU crackdown on vapes
The European Commission has delayed action on tobacco and nicotine, but countries say it should consider a ban on flavored vapes.
Czechia slams Germany over drug stockpiling
A German policy requiring pharmaceutical companies to hold six months worth of certain types of stock will squeeze other countries, says Czech deputy health minister.
Make Europe Great Again: Hungary channels Trump in EU presidency slogan
Hungary unveils priorities for six-month time at helm of EU.
Rogue Austrian minister burns bridges to save EU nature law
Cue the lawsuits, potential fines, dueling allegations — and, for Leonore Gewessler, a great campaign ad.
Vandenbroucke is a top pick for EU health commissioner. But the chances are slim.
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke has a great CV for the EU’s top health post. But will Belgium let him go?
EU ambassadors agree on negotiating frameworks for Ukraine, Moldova
A first intergovernmental conference will be called for on June 25.
Germany blocks first-ever sanctions on Russian gas
EU countries had been close to a deal targeting liquefied natural gas, but talks fell apart at the last minute.
EU’s last-ditch bid to pass nature law sputters
Negotiators are banking that environment ministers can produce a last-minute twist of fate on Monday.
EU looks at using its own budget as guarantee for huge loan to Ukraine
European Commission fears an alternative proposal put forward by U.S. is too risky for taxpayers.
Macron opens the door for Ukraine to ‘neutralize’ Russian bases
Ukraine wants to use donated weapons to attack targets inside Russia, but its allies are split on the issue.
‘Dire’ Ukraine situation has Denmark mulling mega shift on EU defense bonds
In addition to military situation, Foreign Minister Rasmussen says no guarantee recent U.S. package for Kyiv won’t be the last.
EU ministers fume as ‘outrageous’ Hungary yet again blocks military aid for Ukraine
A large number of EU resolutions on Ukraine are being blocked by Hungary, said Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis.
Neutral-country general to head EU’s top military body
Irish General Seán Clancy was elected chair of the European Union Military Committee.