The EU will launch the agreement with Mercosur. Von der Leyen will not wait for the European Parliament vote.
The European Union has announced it will begin to implement a significant trade agreement with Mercosur despite the European Parliament not having approved it yet.
Abdala wanted to rush a vote and Mayans interrupted him: 'I will propose that you stay naked at the bench'
A heated exchange occurred in the Argentine Senate over a rushed vote on the EU-Mercosur agreement, highlighting tensions between the ruling coalition and the opposition.
Argentina and Uruguay vote in favor of trade agreement with the EU
Argentina and Uruguay have voted to approve a comprehensive trade agreement with the EU, known as Mercosur, while awaiting final approval from the EU Parliament and two other South American countries.
Argentina ratifies the EU-Mercosur agreement
Argentina has ratified the significant Mercosur trade agreement with the European Union, following a decisive vote in the Senate.
Uruguay becomes the first country to ratify the EU and South American trade agreement
Uruguay's Parliament has approved a significant trade agreement with the EU, becoming the first country to ratify it, following a Senate vote.
Iceland to Set Date for EU Membership Negotiation Voting in Coming Weeks
Iceland is preparing to vote on whether to resume its EU membership negotiations, which were halted in 2013.
In Iceland, a referendum on resuming EU accession talks will take place "in the coming months"
Iceland is planning to hold a referendum on resuming EU accession talks within the next few months, with Prime Minister Kristrūna Frostadotira indicating a potential vote in August.
EU-Mercosur Agreement: Agriculture Pressures Government for Decree to Protect Sector Before Vote in the Chamber
Brazil's agricultural sector is pushing the federal government to issue a decree for protective measures ahead of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement vote in Congress.
The EU frightened by uncertainty freezes the vote. Tajani: now dialogue
The European Union has frozen its trade agreement with the United States amid uncertainty following U.S. Supreme Court rulings on tariffs.
EU lawmakers postpone vote on trade agreement with the US after Trump's new global tariffs
EU lawmakers have postponed a vote on the trade agreement with the US, pending clarity on new tariffs announced by President Trump.
The European Parliament postponed the discussion of the trade agreement after the US court decision.
The European Parliament's International Trade Committee has indefinitely postponed a vote on the EU-US trade agreement due to a recent US Supreme Court ruling declaring certain tariffs illegal.
The European Parliament suspends approval of the trade agreement with the US after the judicial setback to Trump's tariffs
The European Parliament has postponed a crucial vote on the EU-US trade agreement in light of a recent US Supreme Court ruling affecting Trump's tariff policies.
The European Parliament postpones key vote on trade agreement with the US and will meet again next week: "We want clarity"
The European Parliament's Trade Committee has postponed a crucial vote on the EU-US trade agreement due to uncertainty stemming from a US Supreme Court ruling and President Trump's reactions.
Politico: Iceland Rushes for EU Membership – The Reason is Trump
Iceland may vote on EU membership as early as this summer, accelerated by concerns over U.S. President Trump's policies.
Policy Speech by Þorgerður KatrÃn and the Wildfires
Þorgerður KatrÃn Gunnarsdóttir, Iceland's foreign minister, addresses the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, discussing expedited EU membership vote timelines and responding to recent wildfires in Iceland.
Sources: Iceland to hold EU referendum in August
Iceland may hold a referendum in August regarding the resumption of EU membership negotiations, moving the date up from a previously promised 2027 vote.
Motta says that the Chamber should vote on EU-Mercosur agreement next week
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies president, Hugo Motta, announced that the vote on the EU-Mercosur trade agreement will be prioritized next week amidst uncertainties around US tariffs.
Stop tariffs, Brussels: 'We await clarity'. London cheers Trump, Canada rejoices
European officials have paused a vote on a trade agreement with the U.S. following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed Trump's tariffs illegal.
Switzerland will vote in a referendum on a populist right-wing anti-immigration initiative to limit the population to 10 million
Switzerland is set to vote on a right-wing populist initiative aimed at limiting immigration and capping the population at 10 million by 2050, which could impact its agreement on free movement with the EU.
European Parliament approves €90 billion loan to Ukraine
The European Parliament has approved a €90 billion loan to Ukraine to cover its financial needs in 2026 and 2027, following a vote of 458 to 140.
The European Parliament votes for 90 billion in Ukraine, speeding up the process
The European Parliament is set to vote on a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, moving the decision forward in response to Ukraine's urgent financial needs.
European Parliament to vote on €90bn loan for Ukraine on 11 February
The European Parliament is set to vote on a €90 billion loan for Ukraine on February 11 to support military expenditures.
Seguro secured socialist victory in Portugal's presidential election
António José Seguro of the Socialist Party has won Portugal's presidential election with 66% of the vote.
The Yes Side Advances in a New EU Survey
A recent survey by Opinion for Altinget shows that 48% of Norwegians would vote against EU membership, a decrease of 7 percentage points since August 2022, while support for the Yes side has risen to 38%.
German AfD MP arrested for violating sanctions against Belarus
German police arrested AfD MP Jörg Dornav for violating EU sanctions against Belarus, following a vote to lift his parliamentary immunity.
New Resistance Against Mercosur Before Important Vote
There is growing opposition in the EU Parliament against the trade agreement with Mercosur countries, which could delay its implementation, although the Commission aims to prevent this.
Ursula von der Leyen's EU Commission Must Face Another Vote of No Confidence
Ursula von der Leyen's EU Commission is facing its fourth vote of no confidence in six months, submitted by the 'Patriots for Europe' faction, with the vote scheduled for next week in Strasbourg.
MEPs of New Democracy: Only we voted for the protection measures for farmers from Mercosur - The others voted against and now demand restitution
The New Democracy MEPs assert that they were the only ones to vote for protection measures for farmers affected by Mercosur, while other parties opposed them and now seek compensation.
In favor of reunification with Romania would vote the President of Moldova: "We find it difficult to survive on our own"
Moldovan President Maia Sandu expressed her support for reunification with Romania but noted that two-thirds of her country's citizens are against the idea, suggesting EU integration is a more realistic scenario.
Agreement between the European Union and Mercosur: should MPs vote on the no-confidence motions from LFI and RN?
The article discusses whether MPs should support the no-confidence motions from the left-wing party LFI and the far-right RN regarding the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
President Macron says France to vote against EU-Mercosur deal
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will oppose the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Mercosur trade deal: French farmers protests in Paris as EU votes
French farmers protested in Paris against the Mercosur trade deal as the EU was set to vote on it.
Today’s vote on Mercosur. Farmers are protesting
Farmers are set to protest in the capital today as the EU Council prepares to vote on the Mercosur agreement, demanding a meeting with Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Ireland and Hungary Confirm Voting Against EU–Mercosur Agreement
Ireland and Hungary have announced their intention to vote against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid growing opposition from EU member states and agricultural protests across Europe.
Macron: We will vote against the EU-Mercosur agreement
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will vote against the EU's trade agreement with Mercosur, citing unanimous rejection by the French parliament.
Macron: France says 'no' to EU - Mercosur agreement
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will vote against the EU's free trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, coinciding with protests from French farmers in Paris.
Mercosur Agreement on the Verge of Completion: Majority Unstable – But Sufficient
Italy plans to vote for the Mercosur Agreement following concessions from the EU Commission, paving the way for its approval despite vetoes from France and Poland.
Mercosur: Ireland Will Also Vote Against the Agreement with the EU
Ireland has announced it will vote against the EU-Mercosur agreement, citing insufficient protective measures, joining several other opposing countries but not enough to block adoption of the agreement.
The European Commission sees the approval of the agreement with Mercosur closer, but does not commit ahead of Friday's vote: "I cannot predict either an outcome or a timetable"
The European Commission expresses optimism about securing a deal with Mercosur despite uncertainties, as they aim for qualified majority support from EU ministers ahead of a crucial vote.
Should the UK rejoin the EU and reverse Brexit? Vote in our poll
The UK is debating whether to rejoin the EU, as Keir Starmer attempts to mend ties amid continued challenges stemming from Brexit.
Conflicting reports from American intelligence. The Kremlin's propaganda in the background
The article discusses the upcoming vote on Monday regarding clauses to protect EU farmers from excessive imports from Mercosur countries, amidst conflicting intelligence reports influenced by Kremlin propaganda.