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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Senate Today, LIVE: Debate on the Mercosur-EU Agreement, the Glacier Law, and the Appointment of Fernando Iglesias as Ambassador to Belgium

The Argentine Senate is set to discuss critical issues, including the Mercosur-EU trade agreement, the Glacier Law, and the appointment of Fernando Iglesias as ambassador to Belgium.

Feb 26 • 11:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Debate after Radosław Sikorski's exposé. Marcin Przydacz: there is a lack of ideas for foreign policy

Radosław Sikorski presented his foreign policy priorities for 2026, emphasizing the importance of EU membership for Poland, while Marcin Przydacz criticized the government for not having a clear foreign policy strategy.

Feb 26 • 10:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Editorial: Parliament Representatives Fight Again Over Where Finns Can Buy Alcohol

Finnish parliament members are once again at odds over regulations governing alcohol sales, reigniting a longstanding debate over the legality of ordering alcohol from other EU countries.

Feb 25 • 19:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Objection Exclusive: Why We Are Conducting the Social Media Ban Debate Wrongly in Germany

The article argues that the debate over age restrictions for social media usage in Germany overlooks the limited scope of EU member states' authority, necessitating a European-level resolution.

Feb 24 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

What are they hiding? What do they have to conceal?

This article discusses a debate in Iceland's parliament regarding the timing of a public referendum on EU membership, prompted by recent reports suggesting it could happen soon.

Feb 23 • 20:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Orbán's Blocking of Sanctions Outrages EU Foreign Ministers and Revives Debate on Retaliatory Measures

Hungary's recent veto of EU sanctions against Russia has sparked outrage among EU foreign ministers and re-ignited discussions on possible legal retaliation against Budapest.

Feb 23 • 15:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From video games to the European Commission: the battle for digital rights in the 21st century begins

The Stop Killing Games platform has presented over 1.3 million signatures in Brussels, urging the EU to legislate against the shutdown of online video games, igniting a broader debate on digital content rights.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Støre says no to EU debate. But she says yes. - You cannot fear the debate

Iceland's Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir advocates for a national debate on EU membership, contrasting with Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre's stance against discussing EU membership.

Feb 22 • 21:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Brussels demands 'clarity' from Trump regarding tariffs and the European Parliament will debate tomorrow whether to suspend the trade agreement: 'It is a real chaos'

Brussels has called for clarity from the Trump administration regarding tariffs after a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Trump's tariff policies.

Feb 22 • 15:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Strong Message from Businesses to Petteri Orpo: 'Would It Be Reasonable?'

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo rejected proposals for common European bonds, emphasizing that relying on debt would not solve the EU's structural competitiveness issues, while business leaders argue that the debate on common debt is too simplistic.

Feb 20 • 16:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Emissions Trading: Merz's Mysterious Climate Debate

Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked a controversy regarding the EU's climate policy and emissions trading with a recent statement suggesting the need for potential reforms.

Feb 20 • 11:23 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. 'We have been naive and cowardly in the face of the threat from Islamism'

A debate article in Dagens Nyheter argues that Sweden has been naive towards the threat of imported Islamism, suggesting that the Muslim Brotherhood's influence must be addressed at its roots and that EU sanctions should be applied.

Feb 18 • 19:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

‘High-stakes fight’ erupts in EU over Russian steel – Euronews

The EU is facing a contentious debate over a proposed ban on Russian steel imports amid ongoing sanctions related to the Ukraine conflict.

Feb 17 • 13:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Call to Buy European Products Sparks Discussions on the EU Industry Vision

The European Commission plans to propose new rules requiring strategic sector companies to produce in Europe to receive public funds, causing debate over the definition of 'European preference.'

Feb 17 • 10:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek A. Cichocki: The Most Important Question Regarding the SAFE Program and Poland's Security

The article discusses the contentious debate over the European Union loan under the SAFE program, with differing views on its implications for Poland's security.

Feb 16 • 03:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Macinka's Participation in the Debate on the Democratic Nature of the EU Was a Shame and Disgrace, Says Opposition

Czech opposition representatives condemned Foreign Minister Petr Macinka's performance at a debate on EU democracy as embarrassing.

Feb 15 • 12:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Emissions Trading in Europe: What Lies Behind the Drop in CO₂ Certificate Prices

The price of carbon pollution rights in Europe has dropped to its lowest level since August 2025, driven by a debate initiated by Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding potential reforms to the EU emissions trading system.

Feb 15 • 09:53 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Bourgeois voters are deeply divided over the EU

There is a strong divide among bourgeois voters in Norway regarding EU membership, as voiced by KrF's deputy leader who suggests the debate should be postponed.

Feb 13 • 21:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Commission Relents: Movement in the Dispute Over 'Made in EU'

The EU Commission is seeking a middle ground in the ongoing debate over 'Made in EU' regulations amid tensions between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron.

Feb 13 • 14:07 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Former Polish Vice President of the European Parliament / Draghi wants to strengthen what doesn't work through his proposal for EU federalization. The opposite should be done.

Mario Draghi has proposed a gradual transformation of the EU into a federation, a statement stirring significant debate regarding European unity and democracy.

Feb 13 • 11:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Munich Security Conference: Laschet Calls for Joint EU Borrowing - and Contradicts Merz

Leading German security politicians are advocating for a rapid enhancement of European defense capabilities, sparking a debate on how to finance it.

Feb 12 • 20:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Norwegian EU debate is picking up speed again: 'Soon only we will be left'

Sweden's NATO membership has removed a major obstacle to a unified Nordic security policy, prompting renewed discussions in Norway regarding EU membership.

Feb 12 • 12:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Farandouris: Turkey's inclination towards violating the rule of law

Greek MEP Nikolaos Farandouris criticized Turkey's consistent violations of the rule of law during a European Parliament debate coinciding with the Erdogan-Mitsotakis meeting.

Feb 12 • 10:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

EU leaders to clash over ‘Buy European’ push at Belgium summit

EU leaders are set to debate the 'Buy European' policy as a response to Europe's economic challenges during a summit in Belgium.

Feb 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After a heated debate, the Deputies gave initial approval to the agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, and it now goes to the chamber

Argentina's Chamber of Deputies advanced the Mercosur-European Union trade agreement after a contentious debate, with protests erupting nearby against a labor reform project.

Feb 11 • 21:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

European Parliament approved a draconian green plan: ‘Suicide of the European economy’

The European Parliament has officially adopted a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, leading to significant political debate around its implications for the economy.

Feb 11 • 15:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Lack of Trust in the U.S. Reopens the Debate in Europe About a Common Army

The ongoing lack of trust in the United States prompts a renewed discussion in Europe about establishing a common military force.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Loyal Lithuanian residents or a security threat? Debate in the Parliament regarding the ban on Russians and Belarusians

Lithuanian conservatives are proposing to restrict or ban citizens from non-EU and non-NATO countries from participating in municipal elections to prevent Russian and Belarusian citizens from voting or being elected in local councils.

Feb 8 • 17:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

The Nuclear Weapon Debate by Orpo

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo discusses the need for Europe to have its own nuclear deterrent during a public hearing in Parliament, following comments by the EU's high representative for foreign affairs, Kaja Kallas.

Feb 6 • 13:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Debate on Boycott: EU MPs Demand UEFA Position on the World Cup

Several EU parliamentarians have urged UEFA to take a clear stance regarding the World Cup co-hosted by the USA, alongside calls for coordinated boycott discussions.

Feb 4 • 09:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Congress: with labor reform at the center of the debate, extraordinary sessions begin

The Argentine Congress has commenced its extraordinary sessions, focusing on labor reform and several other legislative projects including youth penal law, environmental protection, and a trade agreement with the EU.

Feb 2 • 17:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

DN Debate. 'From ashes to flames - we replace Russian gas with American'

EU attempts to phase out Russian gas and oil, but instead of accelerating the transition to fossil-free energy, new climate-detrimental agreements are being made, argues EU parliamentarian Emma Wiesner.

Feb 1 • 19:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Security against dark doldrums - what is behind the breakthrough for new gas power plants

Germany plans to secure its electricity supply through new gas power plants, with government support pending EU Commission approval, sparking debate among supporters and critics regarding this energy strategy.

Jan 16 • 07:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Spain hesitates to send troops to Greenland like five European countries, while demanding firmness from the EU against Trump

The article discusses Spain's reluctance to deploy military personnel to Greenland compared to other European nations, amidst a parliamentary debate on Venezuela that revealed political tensions and concerns.

Jan 15 • 21:57 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Is the EU-Mercosur trade agreement more than a 'cows for cars' deal?

The EU-Mercosur trade agreement has been approved by a majority of EU countries after 25 years of discussions, sparking debate on its implications.

Jan 15 • 14:38 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

39. Chaos Communication Congress: Chaos Children's Congress

At the Chaos Communication Congress, hackers and youth discuss how chat control and surveillance do not protect children, featuring a lively debate on fundamental rights led by speakers Khaleesi and Markus Reuter.

Jan 2 • 12:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cezary Szymanek: First the European Union, Then the Euro

Cezary Szymanek emphasizes the importance of adopting the euro in Poland to fully complete its EU membership and advocates for an informed and civil debate on the benefits of this change.

Jan 2 • 05:01 UTC

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