The Latest Breaking News from Brussels

Marine Le Pen sends message to EU before latest French election bid

Marine Le Pen is the frontrunner to win the French presidential election next year

The Independent UK · 16h ago

Brexiters can’t cope with the fact that Putin was cheering them on

Russian meddling probably didn’t affect the referendum result – but the Kremlin’s motives for wanting to undermine the EU still matter, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Guardian - UK · Oct 13

As Russia escalates its war, the EU realises its support for Ukraine won't be enough

Russia's rapid escalation has thrown into doubt the European Union's multiple support programmes for Ukraine. Diplomats concede it is only a matter of time before leaders address the contentious matter.

Euronews · Oct 10

Global trade accounted for 35% of the EU's carbon footprint in 2023, study finds

A report argues that cooperation and shared climate standards – particularly with China – could be more effective than simply policing imports at the EU's borders.

Euronews · Sep 8

'Climate policy must survive, because we want to survive in Europe,' EU Commission says

Europe cannot afford to choose between climate policy and competitiveness or security, a senior EU official said.

Euronews · Sep 2

What does Iceland’s “No” vote mean for the EU’s enlargement policy?

Iceland won’t reopen EU membership negotiations after 58.2 percent voted against in Saturday’s referendum. Does this challenge whether the EU can still attract stable, wealthy democracies for reasons beyond finances?

Euronews · Sep 1

Iceland’s 'no' vote deals a blow to Brussels’ security pitch to wealthy nations

Iceland rejected reopening EU membership, dealing a blow to Brussels' hope that security fears could draw wealthy neighbours closer to the bloc.

Euronews · Aug 31

EU hides disappointment after Iceland's 'No' vote

The EU put a brave face Sunday on Iceland's vote against restarting membership talks, but the outcome was a bitter pill to swallow – robbing Brussels of a hoped-for success story while delighting its eurosceptic critics.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 31

Icelanders reject EU-accession talks

Icelanders voted against joining the European Union, a decision reported on Sunday. The government's push to reopen membership talks was rejected by voters. Concerns about Iceland's vital fishing waters influenced the referendum outcome. Previous attempts to join the EU were ended by a Eurosceptic government in 2013. The vote concludes…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Anna Unger becomes head of Hungary's top anti-corruption body NVVH

The National Asset Recovery and Protection Office is given sweeping investigative and prosecutorial powers. Choosing its head sparked heated debate among experts and politicians and even a surprise withdrawal.

Euronews · Aug 28