The Latest Breaking News from European Union

Streeting backs North Sea licences and national insurance cut

He reiterated his support for the UK’s eventual return to the EU.

Evening Standard · May 30

US defence secretary Hegseth chides Europe, hails ties with China & Asia allies

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lauded Asian allies like South Korea and Japan for defence contributions. He also noted improved ties with China following President Trump's meeting with Xi Jinping. Hegseth criticised European nations for weakening their militaries.

The Economic Times · May 30

How autonomous machines are transforming road and tunnel safety

As Europe embarks on massive underground infrastructure projects, a new technological ecosystem is being tested to eliminate human risk and cut carbon emissions in one of the world's most energy-intensive sectors.

Euronews · May 30

Warning new EU entry exit system could cause summer holiday chaos for Britons

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The Independent UK · May 30

Europe airport chaos: UK travellers asked to arrive 3 hours early as border checks cause delays

Passengers travelling between the UK and several European destinations are facing delays because of the European Union's Entry Exit System (EES), a new border management scheme that requires non-EU travellers to register biometric data, including fingerprints, when entering participating countries.

The Times of India · May 30

Britons travelling home via EU airports ‘should allow three hours’ before flights

Entry-exit system, which replaces passport stamps with digital registration, causing huge delays at border checks

The Guardian - UK · May 30

Arrive three hours early for flights to beat post-Brexit visa queues, Britons warned

The Entry Exit System started to be rolled out in October last year

The Independent UK · May 30

Is Andy Burnham Labour’s version of Boris Johnson?

ANALYSIS: As Westminster’s newest MP prepares to become prime minister, political editor David Maddox talks to friends, allies and critics of the former Greater Manchester mayor

The Independent UK · May 30

Malta holds parliamentary elections ruling Labour party looks set to win

Parliamentary elections in Malta began on Saturday as voters cast their ballots in elections likely to secure a record-setting fourth term for the Labour government, according to opinion polls, despite concerns about over-construction and corruption in the tiny Mediterranean nation. Preliminary results are expected on Sunday afternoon.

France 24 · May 30

Migrant amateur teams in Greece get into World Cup spirit before new EU border measures take effect

Migrant and refugee teams in Greece's capital took part in a grassroots soccer tournament before the World Cup in North America

The Independent UK · May 30