The Latest Breaking News from European Union

VW Group Risks $1.7 Billion Fine For Missing Emissions Target

Much like all traditional automakers, the Volkswagen Group is caught between a rock and a hard place. The European Union’s push toward electrification is forcing the German juggernaut to sell more EVs to offset the CO₂ emissions from its combustion-engine vehicles. Otherwise, it risks paying hefty fines for exceeding fleet…

Motor1 · May 5

‘The international order will be rebuilt’: European leaders scramble to shore up security

The European Commission's trade boss Maroš Šefčovič heads to Paris to talk business with a senior White House representative, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa remain in Armenia to deepen relations in the South Caucasus.

Euronews · May 5

Sexual violence and rape offences are rising in the EU, new data shows

Reports of rape and sexual violence surge in the EU as the bloc pushes for a consent-based definition of rape.

Euronews · May 5

Tuesday briefing: How AI facial recognition in policing works – and how it can go wrong

In today’s newsletter: With the use of facial recognition skyrocketing, there are calls for the rapid development of safeguards

The Guardian - UK · May 5

Electricity prices are dropping below zero in Europe. Here’s why that isn’t a good thing

Negative energy prices may seem like a welcome relief amid the cost-of-living crisis but the phenomenon can actually discourage renewables investment.

Euronews · May 5

Europe is hungry for AI data centres — but its energy grid cannot feed them

From decade-long grid queues to facilities running at half capacity, a new study exposes the energy crisis at the heart of Europe's push to boost its AI capabilities.

Euronews · May 5

Ukraine war briefing: Duelling ceasefires as Zelenskyy floats open-ended truce

Vladimir Putin wants empty skies on Friday and Saturday to celebrate Victory Day; Ukrainian president says guns can fall silent by Wednesday if Russia reciprocates. What we know on day 1,532

The Guardian - AU · May 5

Euronews journalist reports Emirates flight to Dubai held at Heathrow during UAE air strikes

Toby Gregory reported the atmosphere in the cabin remained calm, with passengers having no concerns about safety due to Emirates' track record of maintaining passenger safety.

Euronews · May 4

Trump's New European Car Tariffs Demonstrate Why His 'Deals' Are Worthless

A trade deal that can be terminated by one person at any time and for any reason isn't really a trade deal at all.

Reason · May 4

The Guardian view on Trump, Merz and Europe’s security: EU countries cannot go it alone

Editorial: The announcement of the withdrawal of thousands of US troops from Germany underlines the urgency of a pan-European defence strategy

The Guardian - UK · May 4