The Latest Breaking News from European Union

Lithuanian leaders rushed to bunkers as drone violates country’s airspace

Vilnius residents urged to take shelter during alert, after Nato and EU warn that Russia is diverting Ukraine’s drones

The Guardian - UK · May 20

ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars

The global chip market faces a prolonged period of tight supply. Demand from artificial intelligence, satellites, and robots is surging. ASML's CEO states this will create a supply-limited market for some time. New technologies and massive projects like Elon Musk's TeraFab will drive this demand. Chipmakers are increasing production to…

The Economic Times · May 20

‘Europe will respond’ to repeated Russian drone incidents, von der Leyen vows

Drone panic gripped Lithuania on Wednesday as Vilnius shut down due to a suspected airspace incursion, grounding flights and prompting the evacuation of top leaders. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said threats like this are unacceptable – and promises “Europe will respond."

Euronews · May 20

EU fertiliser plan exposes link between energy and food bills

Critics argue that the European Commission's plan, framed as a rescue package for farmers squeezed by soaring energy costs, geopolitical disruption and mounting pressure on food production, falls short of providing short-term relief for consumers facing high grocery bills.

Euronews · May 20

The UN has bad news for global growth as Middle East crisis continues

As the Middle East conflict drives up energy costs and clouds outlooks, the UN warns the world economy faces one of its weakest years since the 2008 financial crisis — with Europe among the hardest hit.

Euronews · May 20

Europe ‘considers sending Angela Merkel to reopen dialogue with Putin’

With US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine at a standstill, and Donald Trump bogged down in Iran, the US administration has reportedly given Europe its blessing to reopen dialogue with Moscow

The Independent UK · May 20

EU overcomes fierce internal debate to agree on tariff deal with the US

The European Union has approved a tariff deal with the United States to cap tariffs on most EU exports at 15%

AAP · May 20

Von der Leyen calls for completing the European single market in EU parliament address

Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen called for completing the European single market by cutting red tape, boosting the digital transition, and maintaining social inclusion. But she also warned that success still requires constant political will.

Euronews · May 20

Stellantis Opens The Door To Chinese Cars Made In Europe

Dongfeng's luxury brand Voyah will build electrified cars at a factory in Rennes.

Motor1 · May 20

Want to climb Africa’s highest mountain? Getting to Kilimanjaro from Europe is about to get easier

Three airlines are launching routes – including one that starts in early June.

Euronews · May 20