EU Affairs

US State Secretary Rubio urges Europe to act on allegations of Iran's nuclear agreement violations

Rubio warned of that a report would reveal that Iran is not only non-compliant but dangerously close to developing a nuclear weapon.

Friday 18 April 2025

Enlargement Commissioner calls on Serbia to get back on the 'European track'

Commissioner Marta Kos backs Serbian protesters, warning Belgrade to act against corruption and protect the rule of law or else its EU membership bid is at risk.

Thursday 17 April 2025

The EU downgrades the protection of wolves

"The Commission proposal has been controversial and the EU Member States were a long time divided on it."

Thursday 17 April 2025

European Commission proposes list of 'safe' countries for asylum seekers

While some Member States already have a national list of safe countries of origin, this proposed EU list would support a more uniform application of the concept.

Wednesday 16 April 2025

Travelling to UK? Belgian police warn of new ETA scams

Scammers are eagerly taking advantage of the confusion surrounding the UK's new ETA regulations.

Wednesday 16 April 2025

EU funding to NGOs lacks transparency, says EU watchdog

"The picture of EU funding for NGOs remains hazy, as information on EU funding – including lobbying – is neither reliable nor transparent."

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Serbians cycle to Strasbourg via Brussels to protest Vučić repression

A group of two-wheeled protestors want to pressure the EU into calling out Serbia's authoritarian turn.

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Belgian fishermen arrested 'like criminals' by UK in post-Brexit row

One of the fishermen testified that he was not even allowed to go to the toilet alone and that they were treated "like criminals."

Tuesday 15 April 2025

US tariffs: EU countermeasures officially on hold until 14 July

European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is in the United States to "explore the possibilities for a negotiated solution."

Monday 14 April 2025

European Commission calls on Türkiye to respect freedom of expression

“The principles of media freedom and freedom of expression must be respected by a candidate country."

Monday 14 April 2025

EU approves delay of sustainability obligations for European companies

The delay affects a law which aims to hold companies accountable for addressing exploitation and environmental damage in their supply chains.

Monday 14 April 2025

European Commission announces €1.6 billion in aid for Palestinians

"We are strengthening our support for the Palestinian people. This €1.6 billion until 2027 will help stabilise the West Bank and Gaza."

Monday 14 April 2025

Swedish journalist sends hopeful letter from Turkish prison

“I still want to believe that the pen is mightier than the sword.”

Sunday 13 April 2025

The US and Iran start nuclear talks in Oman without the EU amid risk of military attack

“The EU is determined Iran must never develop a nuclear weapon and welcomes a diplomatic solution as the only sustainable way.”

Saturday 12 April 2025

EU approves Belgium’s €909 million recovery funds

The funds will go towards investments in rail infrastructure, 5G, improved accessibility at stations and 6,000 bicycle spaces in Flanders.

Friday 11 April 2025

Ukraine allies vow 'record increase' in military support of €21 billion

"This will certainly impact the battlefield this year."

Friday 11 April 2025

EU trade chief to travel to Washington on Monday

European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will travel to Washington on Monday to discuss tariffs with the Trump administration.

Friday 11 April 2025

EU-China summit expected to take place in July

Chinese President Xi Jinping declined a European invitation to attend the summit in Brussels, so it will now be held in Beijing.

Friday 11 April 2025

US army base commander in Greenland sacked after criticising Vance

Colonel Susannah Meyers had distanced herself from Vance after his visit, stating that his concerns did not reflect the views of Pituffik Space Base.

Friday 11 April 2025

Ukraine allies gather in Brussels with US participation

Defence ministers from the 50-country 'Ukraine Defence Contact Group' are meeting on Friday in Brussels to discuss military support for Ukraine.

Friday 11 April 2025