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🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Breakdown on temporary "chat control"

EU countries and the European Parliament have reached a deadlock in negotiations over temporary regulations aimed at combatting online child abuse.

Mar 16 • 19:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Absurd Event of Pd and M5s in Europe: 'Freedom at Risk in Italy'. Anger from FdI: 'Disgraceful Initiative'

An upcoming event in the European Parliament organized by the Italian left aims to criticize the government of Giorgia Meloni, sparking backlash from right-wing parties.

Mar 16 • 16:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

"Firewall" in the EP: Union sees "no cooperation" in chat with the AfD

The Union party in the European Parliament denies any collaboration with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) following reports of closer ties between the European People's Party (EVP) and far-right factions.

Mar 16 • 14:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

ELAK did not support the Isamaa proposal to reform the ETS system

The Estonian Parliament's European Union Affairs Committee (ELAK) declined to back the Isamaa party's proposal to reform the European Union's Emissions Trading System (ETS) ahead of an upcoming European Council meeting.

Mar 16 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

From the rearrangement of the Center Party: I am a liberal, but my future in the party is not in doubt

Jana Toom, a member of the European Parliament, opposes her party's shift towards conservatism and remains committed to the liberal Renew Europe faction, asserting that her future in the Center Party is secure.

Mar 16 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Zelensky threatens Ukrainian parliament deputies with being sent to the front if they do not start working

Ukrainian President Zelensky has warned parliamentary deputies that they will be sent to the front lines if they do not start fulfilling their legislative duties amid a crisis in the parliamentary majority.

Mar 16 • 13:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Debate on Firewall: CSU demands clarification regarding chat group with AfD in the EU Parliament

The leader of the CSU parliamentary group in the Bundestag, Alexander Hoffmann, has called for clarification regarding the controversial cooperation between CDU and CSU in the European Parliament with the AfD and other right-wing parties.

Mar 16 • 10:08 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Radio News (16.03.2026 09:00:00)

This article details the latest radio news updates from Estonia.

Mar 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

“Recreating” with AI Help – This is Violence Against Women

The article discusses the issue of women's rights violations in the digital space, particularly focusing on the illegal transformation and public distribution of images using artificial intelligence.

Mar 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

New directive from the EU: Ukraine can enter now

The European Parliament voted in favor of a new EU expansion strategy that allows Ukraine to integrate into EU structures before full membership.

Mar 15 • 21:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Chat Group with the AfD: How the EVP Ignored Its Own Firewall

The European People's Party (EVP) faces criticism for allegedly collaborating with the far-right AfD in the European Parliament, causing internal pressure on party leader Weber.

Mar 15 • 21:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Niger summons EU representative in protest against call for the release of Bazoum

The Nigerien government has summoned the EU representative in Niamey to protest against the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of former President Mohammed Bazoum.

Mar 15 • 19:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

EU Parliament: The Firewall in Brussels is Crumbling

Manfred Weber is facing criticism for allegedly disregarding the firewall against the Alternative for Germany (AfD) within the European Parliament amid reports of collaboration between his party, the European People's Party (EPP), and right-wing factions.

Mar 15 • 15:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

EU Parliament: This is not just a chat group, it is dangerous

The European People's Party is celebrating its 50th anniversary amidst concerns over its alignment with nationalist and far-right groups in the European Parliament.

Mar 15 • 15:15 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Niger: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summons the EU chargé d'affaires in Niamey

Niger's foreign minister summoned the EU chargé d'affaires following a European Parliament resolution demanding the release of the ousted president Mohamed Bazoum and his wife.

Mar 15 • 05:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

EU's planned mass surveillance of messages halted

The European Parliament voted against the EU's proposed mass surveillance of private messages, allowing only targeted scanning for materials related to child sexual exploitation.

Mar 14 • 17:39 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

European Parliament: Report: Internal Chats Evidence Cooperation of the EPP with Right-Wing Parties

The CDU/CSU parliamentary group in the European Parliament has reportedly cooperated closer with the AfD and other right-wing parties than previously known, according to DPA.

Mar 14 • 15:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Jana Toom: The decision of the Center Party was wrong and I do not intend to join the ECR faction

Jana Toom, an MEP from the Center Party, opposes her party's decision to start joining talks with the European Conservatives and Reformists Group (ECR) and will not join their faction in the European Parliament.

Mar 14 • 14:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

The European Parliament Officially Declares the Existence of 'Christianophobia'

The European Parliament has officially recognized the existence of 'Christianophobia' and acknowledged the serious persecution faced by Christians worldwide.

Mar 14 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The obesity wave could soon hit Finland – This is where it strikes first

Elsi Katainen, a Member of the European Parliament, discusses the impacts of the Mercosur trade agreement on Finland, highlighting concerns and unexpected outcomes.

Mar 14 • 09:27 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Dutch Farmers Movement Left the People's Party and Joined Conservatives

The Dutch Farmers and Citizens Movement has left the European People's Party to join the European Conservatives and Reformists group in the European Parliament.

Mar 13 • 21:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Iran and European Disorientation

The article discusses the prevailing confusion and disorientation among European Union actors in response to rapidly changing global dynamics, highlighted by recent tensions within the European Parliament.

Mar 13 • 21:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tempi: Confrontation in the European Parliament, "three years later citizens are still asking for the obvious"

A discussion took place in the European Parliament about the safety of Greece's rail system, emphasizing ongoing issues despite a commitment for modernization by 2026.

Mar 13 • 14:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Madison: The Center Party should join the ECR in the European Parliament

The Center Party in Estonia is contemplating joining the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group in the European Parliament, as suggested by MEP Jaak Madison.

Mar 13 • 13:39 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Niger protests EU's resolution for unconditional release of Bazoum

Niger's government protested against a European Parliament resolution demanding the release of former President Mohamed Bazoum, asserting that such calls interfere in its internal affairs.

Mar 13 • 12:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The European Parliament calls on Niger's authorities to immediately release Bazoum

The European Parliament has passed a resolution demanding the immediate and unconditional release of Niger's detained elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, who has been in custody since the July 2023 military coup.

Mar 13 • 11:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A European country said 'enough' to Ukrainians. It's about a specific group

Norway's parliament has voted to restrict the rights of certain Ukrainian refugees, specifically men subject to military service in Ukraine.

Mar 13 • 05:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Without labels, control or precaution: deregulating genetically modified organisms in Europe would entail serious risks

The European Parliament is facing a critical decision regarding the deregulation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which could soon allow such foods to be sold without proper labeling or risk assessment.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

"Broad daylight robbery": MEPs demand von der Leyen punish Hungary over Ukraine

35 Members of the European Parliament have urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to take action against Hungary for seizing Ukrainian cash-in-transit guards and funds.

Mar 12 • 19:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Bartulica participated in the inauguration of Chilean President José Antonio Kast

Croatian MEP Stephen Nikola Bartulica attended the inauguration of Chile's newly elected President José Antonio Kast, highlighting the event as a historic moment for Chile.

Mar 12 • 17:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Jędrzej Bielecki: Von der Leyen distances herself from Merkel. Is it too late?

Ursula von der Leyen acknowledges the strategic mistake of moving away from nuclear power and relying heavily on gas imports during her speech in the European Parliament.

Mar 12 • 17:17 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Niger: The European Parliament demands the release of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum and his wife

The European Parliament has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Niger's ousted President Mohamed Bazoum and his wife following their detention since a military coup in July 2023.

Mar 12 • 16:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Seimas will consider proposals allowing small and medium-sized enterprises to attract more funds

The Lithuanian Parliament is set to discuss proposals aimed at enhancing the visibility and financing options for small and medium enterprises through a unified European information platform.

Mar 12 • 16:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

European Parliament: Green light for the first international, legally binding treaty on Artificial Intelligence

The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved a resolution for the ratification of the Council of Europe's Convention on Artificial Intelligence, marking the first legally binding international framework for AI governance.

Mar 12 • 11:51 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russia recruits thousands of mercenaries from Africa to fight Ukraine, European Parliament says

A European Parliament resolution reveals that Russia is recruiting thousands of mercenaries from Africa under false pretenses to fight in Ukraine.

Mar 12 • 11:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

United Right: EP Committee Approved Stricter Rules for the Return of Illegal Migrants

The European Parliament's LIBE Committee has adopted changes to the EU's policy on illegal migrants, facilitating and increasing deportations.

Mar 12 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

From bullying to death threats: Women's testimonies in the European Parliament

Women shared personal experiences of online abuse and threats during an event at the European Parliament.

Mar 12 • 08:24 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Members of the European Parliament on relations with Trump: how not to fuel tensions?

Lithuanian MEP Aurelijus Veryga emphasizes the importance of maintaining pragmatic cooperation with the United States, despite tensions arising from Trump's policies.

Mar 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The European Parliament will vote this Thursday on a resolution for the release of Mohamed Bazoum, president of Niger, detained since 2023

The European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution demanding the release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been detained since a military coup in July 2023.

Mar 12 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Kokoomus mother party in the midst of a fiery dispute - “A really nasty trick”

A heated dispute in the European Parliament arises as the EPP, Kokoomus's parent party, supports the establishment of return centers outside Europe, drawing criticism from within their own ranks.

Mar 11 • 18:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

EU: Casasco, good appointment of Salini as rapporteur on CBAM revision and decarbonization fund

Massimiliano Salini has been appointed rapporteur in the European Parliament's Industry, Research, and Energy Committee regarding the revision of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the establishment of a temporary decarbonization fund.

Mar 11 • 18:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Video by N. Androulakis on TikTok: In the European Parliament - 'This is for the truth and for change'

Nikos Androulakis, the president of PASOK, discusses the issue of illegal surveillance and the state of the rule of law in Greece during a session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Mar 11 • 17:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Copyright and AI: EU Parliament Demands Strict Rules for AI and Copyright Protection

The European Parliament calls for stringent regulations concerning artificial intelligence and copyright, ensuring creators receive fair compensation and that AI-generated content remains excluded from copyright protection.

Mar 11 • 16:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Mail affair. There is an indictment against MEP Michał Dworczyk from PiS

Michał Dworczyk, a Member of the European Parliament from the PiS party, faces two charges related to misuse of a private email account for official correspondence and obstructing a criminal investigation.

Mar 11 • 13:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Surveillance Law Weakens, Decided by MEPs

MEPs have decided to weaken the surveillance law in the EU.

Mar 11 • 12:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Housing Crisis: The European Parliament Demands Tax Incentives, Funding, and Less Bureaucracy

The European Parliament is urging for initiatives to address the housing crisis in Europe, highlighting the urgency of providing secure living conditions for millions of Europeans.

Mar 11 • 10:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"I will not listen to him." Vondra left a debate with Fico's MEP

Czech politician Vondra exited a debate with a Member of the European Parliament associated with Fico, expressing strong disagreement.

Mar 11 • 09:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Von der Leyen backtracks and now affirms the EU's 'unalterable commitment' to international law

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed the EU's unwavering commitment to international law following backlash from her earlier comments about the end of the rules-based world order.

Mar 11 • 09:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

EU Chief: No Tears for the Regime

Ursula von der Leyen stresses EU's commitment to supporting the Iranian people's right to freedom during a debate in the European Parliament, while rejecting calls to ease sanctions on Russia.

Mar 11 • 08:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

From Printing Press to AI: EU Plans a Turning Point for Copyright

The European Parliament's Legal Affairs Committee has proposed a report addressing the challenges and opportunities of copyright law in the context of generative artificial intelligence.

Mar 11 • 05:53 UTC

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