The Latest Breaking News from European Union

EU entry-exit system could be temporarily suspended in ‘worst-case’ scenarios

If border queues become too long, countries can opt to suspend the new EES system – but only for this summer

The Independent UK · Jun 17

EU Parliament approves 'strictest-ever' migration law

The European Parliament gave the final green light to a new EU law allowing controversial return hubs outside the bloc and home searches, as conservatives voted with far-right groups to pass the legislation.

Euronews · Jun 17

Longer than World War I: 10 ways Russia-Ukraine conflict has changed the world for decades to come — for better or worse

The Russia-Ukraine war, now longer than WWI, is fundamentally reshaping global order. It has triggered NATO expansion, a European arms race, and elevated drone warfare. Russia faces deep dependency on China, while North Korea and Iran profit as key arms suppliers. Beijing learns from Moscow's failures, and India navigates US…

The Times of India · Jun 17

PM Modi interacts with world leaders during G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the G7 Summit in France. Leaders from Italy, the European Union, and Kenya were present. The G7 nations signed a joint declaration. They welcomed a peace deal between the US and Iran. Support for Ukraine was reaffirmed. The declaration covered Indo-Pacific security, energy resilience, and…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Are the EU and China heading for a trade war?

Europe's trade gap with China is widening. This is leading to protective measures on items like electric vehicles and e-commerce. Leaders are meeting to discuss the growing trade conflict. Beijing wants dialogue but warns of retaliation. The risk of a trade war is real, though both sides have reasons to…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Germany reportedly prepping to take part in Strait of Hormuz safeguarding mission

The German defence ministry has said naval units are already on standby for a possible deployment.

Euronews · Jun 17

How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economy

Britain's economy shows weak growth since leaving the European Union. Various researchers estimate significant losses in GDP, productivity, and investment. These impacts stem from increased business uncertainty and reduced trade. New trade deals are not expected to offset these effects. The long-term outlook points to a smaller economy compared to…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

G7 leaders press Trump on Ukraine as summit wraps up

The eyes of the world are on Evian-les-Bains, where G7 leaders are gathering for their third day and final day of talks. Beyond the photo ops, European leaders used this precious face time with the US President to urge him to break the deadlock on Ukraine.

Euronews · Jun 17

Voices: ‘They were warned’: Readers divided over Cornish fishermen who say Brexit left them betrayed

YOUR VIEWS: Our community shared mixed views on the Cornish fishermen who backed Brexit. While many said the industry’s sense of betrayal is justified, others were less sympathetic

The Independent UK · Jun 17

How is the EU tackling drug trafficking and synthetic substance use?

Europe's new drugs strategy runs to 2030, but critics warn it prioritises policing over public health. Watch the video!

Euronews · Jun 17