WorldConsidering activating the EU's "nuclear option" against Hungary - and stripping it of its voting rights in the European Council.
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European diplomats forced to flee Israeli shelling
WorldIsrael defends itself by saying that the diplomatic delegation left the pre-approved route - and that it fired "warning shots" to expel them from the site.
Fuel prices in Sweden set to climb regardless of political outcome
EconomyThe EU's emissions trading scheme directly affects Swedish consumers - and Brussels won't allow major tax cuts either.
Macron opens the door to deploying French nuclear weapons in other EU countries
EuropeThe French President is "ready to start a discussion" on deploying nuclear-armed aircraft across Europe.
Polish presidential candidate burns EU flag: “Down with Eurocommunism”
Europe"We will never in Poland exhibit signs against us of an enemy organization. This organization has led to the liquidation of Poland", proclaimed Grzegorz Braun.
Sweden Democrats leader dismisses climate alarmism: “No reason to panic”
EnvironmentThe Green Party spokesperson condemns the SD leader's comments - and tries to link him to Russia and Vladimir Putin.
Only one in five deported migrants leave the EU
Europe– Without concrete progress, the EU risks losing further credibility, says Ursula von der Leyen.
Swiss journalist: EU representatives fed up with “toxic” von der Leyen
World"The fish rots from the head and the EU's head in this case is personified in Commission President Ursula von der Leyen", argues journalist Philipp Gut.
Future of EU-wide PFAS ban remains unclear
Health"The tragedy is that there is no way to get rid of PFAS already in the body. This is the asbestos of our generation", says documentary filmmaker and activist Camille Étienne.
The EU is the enemy of Europe
EditorialsThe EU and Europe are by no means synonyms but have in many ways become direct opposites.
Comment: Sweden’s finances are only in top shape when it suits those in power
EconomyJenny Piper: One wonders where the fantastic government finances are when they are needed to take care of their own people?
World condemns Trump trade tariffs – EU prepares countermeasures
Economy"That's what hurts most. It is one of our closest friends who is doing this", said Benjamin Dousa (M), Sweden's Minister for Foreign Trade.
Shock verdict in France: Marine Le Pen sentenced to prison and banned from elections for five years
WorldThe leader of the national opposition party tops the polls ahead of the French presidential election.
Hungarian minister accuses EU of preparing for war: “Why not prepare for peace?”
WorldThe EU's call for citizens to prepare 72-hour survival kits is a sign that Brussels is preparing for war rather than peace, says the foreign minister.
Donald Trump pressures EU companies to scrap diversity programs
WorldFrance's trade ministry says Trump's demands are "unacceptable".
EU rejects Russian ceasefire proposal in the Black Sea
WorldRejects demands for relief against Russia's agricultural bank, Rosselkhozbank.
EU’s new regulations threaten the future of wood-burning stoves
Europe“The proposal now on the table is a direct threat to Swedish interests”, says Beatrice Timgren (SD).
EU grants hundreds of millions to gender ideology organizations
Europe“NGOs use EU funding to pressure national governments into adopting gender identity laws, bypassing national sovereignty", writes sociologist Ashley Frawley.
Hungary bans Pride – new law restricts LGBTQ events
Europe“We won’t let woke ideology endanger our kids", Viktor Orbán asserts.
EU pledges billions in aid to jihadist regime in Syria
WorldShortly after reports of purges and massacres of minorities, EU leaders approve a €2.5 billion aid package.
“Europe prepares for war”
LettersUrsula von der Leyen wants EU countries to spend around €800 billion more on military rearmament.
EU pours billions into South Africa’s green transition and vaccine production
World“In a moment of increased confrontation and competition, we must strengthen our partnership further", said EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Hungary moves to block foreign funding for media with new amendment
EuropeAt the same time, a legal amendment is proposed to establish that there are two genders in Hungary.
Former MEP: “EU leaders are brain dead”
Europe“Their media tells them what to hear and their industrial lobbyists are leading them on, particularly in the defense sector", says Irish left-wing politician Clare Daly.