The Latest Breaking News from European Union

Move against Northern Ireland Protocol unlikely to be in Queen’s Speech – Lewis

Secretary of State Brandon Lewis said the Government is focusing on resolving issues with an agreement with the EU.

The Independent UK · May 4, 2022

Ukraine news – live: Mariupol theatre bombing killed 600 civilians, evidence suggests

‘Putin must pay a high price for his brutal aggression,’ European Commission president says

The Independent UK · May 4, 2022

Confusing passport issue date and expiry rules catch out EU bound holidaymakers after Brexit

If your passport has an issue date approaching or over 10 years ago, get a new one if you are holidaying in the EU, even if it is still valid

Nottingham Post · May 4, 2022

The EU just proposed a ban on oil from Russia, its main energy supplier

The European Union wants to sharpen its sanctions against Russia. But its leaders acknowledge Europe's economy could suffer.

WEKU · May 4, 2022

Why the EU May Find it Tough to Squeeze Out Russian Oil

The European Union has proposed a phased embargo of Russian oil but may find it tricky to implement, given Europe's complex distribution network and challenges in tracking crude once it is blended or refined. The plan, if agreed by member states, would take effect in six months for crude, and…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 4, 2022

EU targets Russia’s global oil trade with shipping sanctions

The European Union is seeking to go beyond an import ban on Russian crude, targeting insurers in a move that could dramatically impair Moscow’s ability to ship its oil anywhere in the world.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Experts say Ireland can survive EU Russia oil embargo

Fuels for Ireland says any such cut-off won't hit our reserves this year and we won't run out of fuel

Irish Mirror · May 4, 2022

EU censures border agency after reports of human rights abuses in Greece

MEPs refuse to sign off Frontex’s accounts and call for access to investigation in 2019 into alleged harassment and misconduct

The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022

Key issues for voters in Northern Ireland as Sinn Fein set to take majority of seats

University student Ryan McMullan joined the DUP after the 2017 Assembly election and says the cost of living crisis and the Northern Ireland protocol are key issues for this year's elections

Daily Mirror · May 4, 2022

Martin Lewis' urgent holiday warnings to watch out for - including passports and bookings

After Covid travel restrictions were eased millions are expected to jet off abroad this summer - here are some the problems to watch out for

Chronicle Live · May 4, 2022