Browsing: EU politics

Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis stated that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s remarks lack substance, asserting that Europe faces a choice between federalisation or dissolution of the euro. His comments coincide with an informal EU summit focusing on eurobonds and competitiveness.

French President Emmanuel Macron has initiated a debate on EU common debt, or eurobonds, as reported by EU news editor Maria Tadeo in Strasbourg. This discussion is significant as it addresses ongoing financial challenges faced by the bloc.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have called for the European Union to re-engage diplomatically with Russia to influence post-war security discussions. This push has intensified amid debates on appointing a special envoy to streamline communication with the Kremlin.

The German government, represented by a spokesperson from the Federal Foreign Office, has reiterated its opposition to reopening diplomatic channels with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing discussions among European leaders on negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine.

Sales of fully electric cars in the European Union surpassed petrol-only vehicle sales for the first time in December 2025, reported the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. The EU has implemented a 90% emissions reduction target by 2035, impacting market dynamics.

European leaders reportedly have a group chat to discuss and respond quickly whenever Trump makes unexpected or controversial statements.

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TL;DR Lithuania’s Foreign Affairs Minister has raised concerns about airspace incursions from Belarus, deeming them an “existential threat” to Europe…

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Ursula von der Leyen has defied her critics by comfortably surviving a no-confidence vote, with an overwhelming number of European Union legislators rejecting a censure motion against her.