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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Niger: protest against the European request for the release of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum

A protest took place in Niamey against the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum.

Mar 21 • 23:40 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dealing with the AfD: Learning from Weber

Manfred Weber, a prominent European politician, faces criticism in Germany for his collaboration with far-right parties, which some perceive as hypocritical and shortsighted.

Mar 21 • 20:07 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

The European Parliament calls for the release of Mohamed Bazoum and causes a crisis in Niamey

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling for the release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum, sparking anger and tension within the Alliance of Sahel States.

Mar 21 • 08:52 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Surprises at the PASOK Conference

The upcoming PASOK conference is expected to feature surprises, including a speech by independent MEP Nikos Farandouris who has publicly reached out to party leader Nikos Androulakis.

Mar 21 • 07:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kaklamanis to Christodoulides: Our unwavering support and solidarity with Cyprus

The President of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis, expressed unwavering support for Cyprus during his visit, reaffirming democratic solidarity from Greece.

Mar 20 • 19:31 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Alliance of Sahel states outraged at EU demand to free Niger's president

The Alliance of Sahel states has condemned the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of Niger's detained former president Mohamed Bazoum, labeling it as interference in national sovereignty.

Mar 20 • 16:39 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Europe's housing crisis: Is the EU plan up to the job?

The European Parliament has approved a report aimed at addressing a significant housing crisis, marked by soaring property and rental prices across the continent.

Mar 20 • 14:50 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Issue of Beneš Decrees Did Not Gather Dust in the European Parliament

The European Parliament is actively discussing the Beneš decrees and their implications regarding land confiscation in Slovakia.

Mar 20 • 13:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Demand from Finland: Hungary must be expelled from the EU

Aura Salla, a Finnish Member of the European Parliament, has called for Hungary's expulsion from the EU if its policies regarding Ukraine are not addressed.

Mar 20 • 11:13 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

European Union countries must be involved in the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz, believes Ijabs

Ivars Ijabs, a Member of the European Parliament, emphasizes the need for EU countries to participate in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting Europe's significant dependence on oil and gas imports through this route.

Mar 20 • 06:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Trade Deal with the USA: Enough Blocked

The European Parliament has lifted its blockage on the transatlantic trade deal with the United States, though uncertainties about implementation remain.

Mar 19 • 22:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

EP Representatives Visit IAE: Familiarization with Decommissioning Progress

Lithuanian EP representatives visited the Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant to assess the progress of its decommissioning.

Mar 19 • 19:44 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Metsola: Cyprus's security is a European responsibility

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola emphasized that Cyprus's security is a European responsibility and called for unity against geopolitical challenges during the European Council Summit.

Mar 19 • 16:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

EU launches 'Trump safeguard' - gives green light to proceed with criticized agreement

The EU Parliament has voted to proceed with a contentious trade agreement with the U.S. that includes 15% tariffs on European goods, signaling a readiness to continue negotiations despite ongoing U.S. threats of new tariffs.

Mar 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metsola: Courageous decisions to reduce energy bills

The President of the European Parliament emphasized the need for targeted legislation and clear timelines at the upcoming EU summit to lower energy costs and support the competitiveness of European industries.

Mar 19 • 11:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

US Tariffs: European Parliament Ends Blockade of EU-US Deal

The European Parliament has lifted its blockade of the EU-US trade deal, but has attached conditions regarding tariff limits.

Mar 19 • 10:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The EP took the first step towards a US-EU trade agreement

The European Parliament has taken an important initial step towards implementing a trade agreement between the European Union and the United States by approving a reduction in tariffs on American goods.

Mar 19 • 10:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Members of the European Parliament took the first step towards the implementation of the US and EU trade agreement

The European Parliament has made progress in the US-EU trade agreement by voting to lower tariffs on certain American goods as part of a prior agreement.

Mar 19 • 10:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Khan says Labour should rejoin EU customs union and single market this parliament – UK politics live

Sadiq Khan advocates for Labour to reconsider rejoining the EU customs union and single market during the current parliamentary session, signaling a potential shift in party stance on Brexit negotiations.

Mar 19 • 08:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

European Parliament: Weber: Right Majorities Including the AfD Remain an Option

The article discusses the tensions within Germany's Christian Democratic Union regarding alliances with right-wing parties, particularly the AfD, amidst a 50th anniversary celebration of the European People's Party.

Mar 19 • 00:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Metsola for Mitsotakis: 'With Kyriakos, Greece is now a success story'

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, praises Greece's economic recovery under Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, referring to the nation as a 'success story' at a European People's Party anniversary event.

Mar 18 • 19:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Junts freezes the harassment file against Toni Comín pending a decision from the European Parliament

Junts has suspended the disciplinary proceedings against Toni Comín regarding sexual harassment while awaiting the European Parliament's decision on the case.

Mar 18 • 15:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nikolas Farandouris calls on the ECB to avoid interest rate hikes

European Parliament member Nikolas Farandouris urges the ECB president to refrain from raising interest rates due to external inflation impacts from the ongoing Iran conflict.

Mar 18 • 15:03 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

EP members approved the ban on sexualized AI-generated imagery

The European Parliament has moved forward with a ban on AI-generated imagery that sexualizes individuals without consent, aiming to protect women and children from exploitation.

Mar 18 • 13:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

For a decade he has been 'on the defensive' in Brussels. Now the DF profile chases a prominent role in Christiansborg

Anders Vistisen, a member of the Danish People's Party, is seeking a significant political role in Denmark after spending years in the European Parliament.

Mar 18 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metsola: Time for big, bold, and difficult decisions. The escalation of the Iranian regime is unacceptable

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola calls for bold reforms during her visit to Berlin, emphasizing Germany's leadership role and the importance of Europe's economic strength.

Mar 18 • 13:20 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

They celebrate the unity of Italy, then the left tarnishes it with foreign press

An event in Rome commemorating the 165th anniversary of Italy's unity faces criticism from leftist parties participating in a European Parliament conference discussing alleged threats to Italian democracy.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

European Parliament: A Black Day for Child Protection

The European Parliament voted against mandatory chat controls aimed at combating child abuse online, sparking controversy over prioritizing the protection of perpetrators over victims.

Mar 18 • 05:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

EVP and the Firewall: "It has irritated and disturbed us"

The EU's conservative EVP has been scrutinized for its collaboration with far-right groups, raising concerns among Bavarian politicians about potential electoral repercussions for the CSU.

Mar 17 • 19:02 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian Origami Deer sculpture to be showcased at European Parliament ahead of Venice Biennale

A Ukrainian sculpture by artist Zhanna Kadyrova will be displayed at the European Parliament before being featured at the Venice Biennale.

Mar 17 • 15:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Paris: Sarah Knafo Chooses Withdrawal

Sarah Knafo, a European Parliament member, withdraws from the second round of Paris municipal elections to aid the Republican candidate against the left.

Mar 17 • 13:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: Right to vote by proxy for pregnant women and new mothers Members of Parliament

European ministers approved plans allowing female Members of Parliament to temporarily assign their votes to representatives before and after giving birth, a reform aimed at making the institution more family-friendly.

Mar 17 • 11:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A. Jakavonytė will work in the European Parliament and Rural Affairs committees instead of K. Starkevičius

A. Jakavonytė is set to succeed K. Starkevičius in parliamentary committees following Starkevičius's resignation, which stems from a corruption investigation.

Mar 17 • 10:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Pregnant Women Allowed to Vote by Proxy in the EU

The EU has approved a reform allowing pregnant women and new mothers to vote by proxy in the European Parliament starting in 2026.

Mar 17 • 10:29 UTC
🇸🇪 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

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