Tempi: Discussion in the Plenary of the European Parliament on Thursday
The European Parliament will discuss the railway safety case in Tempi this Thursday, with the presence of the Commissioner for Transport, Apostolos Tzitzikostas.
Commissioner's Speech: von der Leyen takes stock of EU foreign policy
Ursula von der Leyen criticizes the EU's lack of influence in Middle Eastern geopolitics and advocates for a shift towards more assertive power politics.
European countries should restore wilderness at borders as a defense against invasion, suggests EU Commissioner
EU Commissioner proposes restoring wilderness areas at borders to protect against invasion.
Ukraine uses about 700 Patriot interceptors in four months, EU commissioner says
Ukraine has utilized around 700 Patriot interceptors over the winter, highlighting a critical need for increased missile production to meet its defense demands as stated by an EU commissioner.
'We want a new form of government that better serves the Iranian people': EU Commissioner McGrath
EU Commissioner Michael McGrath discusses the need for a new form of governance in Iran during an interview.
Washington would be "unable" to provide enough missiles at the same time, according to the EU
The European Commissioner for Defense, Andrius Kubilius, has stated that the United States will not be able to supply enough missiles simultaneously to the Gulf countries, the U.S. military, and Ukrainian forces.
EU defence commissioner begins missile tour for Ukraine in Poland: Kyiv needs over 2,000 missiles a year
The EU defence commissioner is visiting Poland to initiate a missile supply effort for Ukraine, which requires over 2,000 air defence missiles annually.
Apostolos Tzitzikostas: 1,800 flight cancellations and 300 reroutings daily due to the war with Iran
European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas highlighted significant disruptions in transport due to the ongoing war with Iran, resulting in numerous flight cancellations and increased transport costs.
Sejourné: "Any threat to a member state is inherently a threat to the EU"
EU Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné stated that any threat to a member state is intrinsically a threat to the European Union, in response to trade threats from U.S. President Donald Trump against Spain.
We don't need Orbán to tell Ukraine how to join the EU: an interview with commissioner Marta Kos
European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos discusses Ukraine's EU accession, emphasizing that Ukraine is a top priority amidst the enlargement process.
EU commissioner on whether Ukraine and Moldova will be separated on path to EU accession
European Commissioner Marta Kos stated that Ukraine and Moldova will remain together in their EU accession process, contingent on Ukraine's reform pace.
Attack on anti-corruption bodies: European commissioner for enlargement says Ukraine has not restored EU trust
European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos stated that Ukraine has yet to regain the EU's trust following the repeal of controversial anti-corruption laws.
Epstein File: The Commission Calls for an Investigation into Mandelson - What is Being Sought
The European Commission has requested an investigation into former Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson for potential breaches of ethics rules related to his connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
EU to investigate Mandelson's links with Epstein
The European Commission has tasked the OLAF agency to investigate former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson's ties to financier Jeffrey Epstein during Mandelson's tenure as EU trade commissioner.
The EU will investigate former trade commissioner Mandelson's ties with Epstein
The European Commission has requested an investigation into former trade commissioner Peter Mandelson's relationships with Jeffrey Epstein amid allegations of misconduct.
EU Investigation into Peter Mandelson after Revelations of Ties with Jeffrey Epstein
The European Union has requested an investigation into Peter Mandelson's connections to Jeffrey Epstein following the release of documents suggesting potential violations of EU commissioner rules.
The European Union awaits greater clarity from the USA regarding the trade agreement
The EU is seeking more clarity from the USA on a trade agreement that was promised to be in effect by the summer according to European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič.
Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for the Environment: 'The Green Pact is still alive'
Jessika Roswall asserts the ongoing relevance of the European Green Deal amidst criticism from the far-right and highlights its importance for Europe's competitive advantage.
Macron's letter to Trump: Paris calls for the lifting of sanctions against Thierry Breton and judge Nicolas Guiot
French President Emmanuel Macron has requested the lifting of 'unjust' U.S. sanctions against European officials, including former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton and International Criminal Court judge Nicolas Guiot, in a letter to President Trump.
DRC: the EU Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid concludes her tour in the Great Lakes region in Goma
Hadja Lahbib, the European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, wrapped up her tour in the Great Lakes region with a visit to Goma, meeting with local leaders to secure commitments for peace and cooperation.
Šuica boasted about meeting with Trump: 'We chatted a bit'
Dubravka Šuica, a European Commissioner, met with President Trump at a peace initiative summit, which has sparked criticism regarding the authority of the EU Commission.
Rwanda: EU Official Says It's Hard to Tell Who Committed Abuses in Uvira
The European Commissioner for Equality remarked on the complexities of identifying perpetrators of abuse in Uvira, DR Congo, following the withdrawal of rebel forces.
Conflict in Eastern DRC: EU Humanitarian Commissioner in Kigali after Kinshasa and Bujumbura
The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid visited Kigali as part of her tour addressing the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
How far do the powers of the Commission go? Von der Leyen sending Šuica to Trump broke the EU Treaty
Ursula von der Leyen sent European Commissioner Dubravka Šuica to a meeting of Trump's Peace Committee, causing controversy over potential violations of EU treaties.
The Defense Commissioner states that "it is a shame" that Spain does not increase spending and warns: "If you do not invest in capabilities in your country, you weaken collective capability"
European Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius emphasized the necessity for Spain to increase its defense spending to strengthen collective security during his visit to Madrid.
The European Sports Commissioner Will Not Attend the Winter Paralympics Ceremony in Protest Against the Participation of Russian and Belarusian Athletes with National Colors
European Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef announced he will boycott the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony in Milan to protest the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
Paralympic Games: European Commissioner Will Not Attend Opening Ceremony to Protest Russia's Participation
The European Commissioner for Youth and Sports announced he will not attend the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Paralympics in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
I. Ruginienė met with European Commissioner A. Kubilius to discuss military mobility funding
Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienė and European Commissioner A. Kubilius discussed EU defense initiatives and funding for military mobility in their recent meeting.
The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid Begins Her Tour in the DRC in the Great Lakes Region
The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, Hadja Lahbib, has commenced her tour in the Great Lakes region, starting in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) before continuing to Burundi and Rwanda.
European Commission Expansion Commissioner: For the First Time There are Opponents to EU Expansion
The European Commissioner for Expansion has highlighted that, for the first time, there are opponents to the enlargement of the EU, citing the impact of the war in Ukraine and current geopolitical challenges.
EU Energy Commissioner warns: "The power grid is an easy target"
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen highlights the vulnerability of the European power grid to sabotage and cyberattacks following recent incidents.
The European Union will participate in Trump's Peace Council meeting as an observer
The EU Commissioner for Mediterranean Affairs, Dubravka Šuica, will represent the EU at a Washington meeting focused on Gaza, but the EU will not become a member of the Peace Council led by Trump.
European Warning Against Using Food as a Weapon in Hybrid Warfare
The European Commissioner for Agriculture warns that the manipulation of food supply chains as weapons poses a significant threat to Europe, emphasizing the dangers of dependency on external food sources.
Ukraine's EU entry in 2027 is not ruled out, EU expansion commissioner says
European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos states that Ukraine's EU accession by 2027 is a possibility if the EU adapts its enlargement methodology to the current geopolitical context.
"Russia could attack next year". Brussels considers a new security format
European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius warns of a potential Russian attack on Europe as soon as next year and proposes the establishment of a permanent European Security Council.
EU Commissioner Sounds Alarm: "Russia May Attack Next Year"
During the Munich Security Conference, the European Commissioner for Defense warned of a potential Russian attack on Europe, especially Poland, possibly as soon as next year.
Euro Commissioner A. Kubilius: The EU is a sleeping defense giant that needs to be awakened
European Commissioner A. Kubilius highlights the EU's potential as a significant defense entity that needs to be activated to meet current global security demands.
'Europe Needs a Defense Union', Says the EU Defense Commissioner
The EU's Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius advocates for a European Defense Union to enable Europe to take responsibility for its own defense during a speech at the European Parliament.
Commissioner: The EU must become a defense union
EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius calls for the European Union to transform into a defense union to take responsibility for its own defense.
"Our papers are bad": a proposal for European security on the table
Andrius Kubilius, the European Commissioner for Defense and Space, proposed the creation of a European Security Council to coordinate joint European defense projects during this week's European Defense Agency conference.
Cyprus, Customs Union, and Schengen visas discussed by Fidan with the European Union Enlargement Commissioner
Turkish official Fidan discussed Cyprus, the Customs Union, and Schengen visa issues with the EU Enlargement Commissioner, expressing satisfaction with Turkey's participation in the ongoing informal process.
Turkey-EU: The agenda for restarting dialogue was discussed in the meeting between Fidan and Koss
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with European Commission Enlargement Commissioner Marta Koss in Ankara to discuss topics including Cyprus, the Customs Union, and the facilitation of Schengen visas, indicating a renewed dialogue agenda.
Tsiaras: Strict implementation of measures for limiting sheep and goat pox is necessary
Greece's Minister of Agricultural Development and Food, Kostas Tsiaras, emphasized the need for strict implementation of biosafety and control measures following a meeting with the relevant European Commissioner.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Meeting of Várhelyi and Tsiaras – What was discussed
Greek Minister of Rural Development and Foods, Kostas Tsiaras, met with the European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, Olivér Várhelyi, to discuss measures against sheep and goat pox in Greece.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Surprised by Kubilius's Suggestion to Talk with Moscow
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė expressed surprise at European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius's recent statement suggesting dialogue with Russia's leader Vladimir Putin as part of a peace scenario for Ukraine, stating she sees no opportunity for restoring relations with Moscow at this time.
Prime Minister Ruginienė was surprised by European Commissioner Kubilius’s thoughts on talks with Russia
The Prime Minister emphasized that she currently sees no possibility of renewing relations with Moscow, expressing surprise at the European Commissioner's call for dialogue.
The Painful Shift of the Union to a 'European Preference'
European business leaders are backing a proposal by Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné to direct public funds exclusively towards European production.
Strengthening Industry: EU Commissioner Calls for 'Made in Europe' Strategy
EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné advocates for linking public funding to 'Made in Europe' to promote European production and quality jobs.
Von der Leyen’s rule ‘not good’ for EU – ex-commissioner
Former European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit has criticized President Ursula von der Leyen's leadership, alleging that her governance silences dissent among commissioners.
I do not see a structured European army in the foreseeable future
EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius advocates for the establishment of a joint European army, while former General Roland Kather expresses skepticism due to the lack of necessary organizational structures and headquarters.