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Delays and soaring costs cloud transport megaprojects in EU’s drive for greater cross-border connectivity

A new report by the European Union’s financial watchdog in Luxembourg has revealed shortcomings in the implementation of major transport projects. Can the EU rev up and steer its megaprojects over the finish line?

Nudification blocks: The EU’s struggle for more safety online

AI-generated sexualised depictions of minors on social media: Following the uproar over X’s Grok chatbot, a push for better protections online has become more urgent. The EU has several tools available but those appear insufficient to prevent abuse.

Europe in Brief

Vietnam, EU elevate ties citing ‘threat’ to ‘rules-based order’

The European Union and Vietnam already signed a free trade agreement six years ago. Amid growing geopolitical tensions, they are now strengthening their ties further.

Germany’s Greens back EU-India trade deal after Mercosur debacle

Germany’s Greens have welcomed the new trade deal between the EU and India, despite having voted to refer the bloc’s deal with Mercosur to the European Court of Justice (ECJ).

EU opens investigation into AI chatbot Grok over sexualised images

The European Commission and Elon Musk’s social media platform X have been at odds over the EU’s digital rules for months.

German chancellor slams EU Parliament over legal review of Mercosur trade deal

The judicial review of the EU-Mercosur trade deal, requested by EU lawmakers, could delay its ratification deal by years.

Thousands of farmers protest Mercosur deal in front of EU Parliament

On Tuesday, thousands of protesters gathered in front of the European Parliament in Strasbourg to put pressure on EU decision-makers regarding the recent EU-Mercosur agreement.

EU planning summit after Trump’s tariff announcement over Greenland

The US president hit eight European nations, including six EU members, with new tariffs on goods.

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Are EU air passenger rights heading forward – or backward?

The EU rules on air passenger rights date back to 2004, but they are now back on the negotiating table. The Council’s proposal to extend the delay threshold has sparked strong criticism from the European Parliament. Can the two sides reach a deal – and if they do, who will actually benefit?

Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

The European Union aspires to be a leader in climate action. Although it pushed for more concrete action at the UN talks in Belém last month, the political climate within the 27-nation bloc is not conducive to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

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Europe in Brief

Vietnam, EU elevate ties citing ‘threat’ to ‘rules-based order’

The European Union and Vietnam already signed a free trade agreement six years ago. Amid growing geopolitical tensions, they are now strengthening their ties further.

Germany’s Greens back EU-India trade deal after Mercosur debacle

Germany’s Greens have welcomed the new trade deal between the EU and India, despite having voted to refer the bloc’s deal with Mercosur to the European Court of Justice (ECJ).

EU opens investigation into AI chatbot Grok over sexualised images

The European Commission and Elon Musk’s social media platform X have been at odds over the EU’s digital rules for months.

German chancellor slams EU Parliament over legal review of Mercosur trade deal

The judicial review of the EU-Mercosur trade deal, requested by EU lawmakers, could delay its ratification deal by years.

Thousands of farmers protest Mercosur deal in front of EU Parliament

On Tuesday, thousands of protesters gathered in front of the European Parliament in Strasbourg to put pressure on EU decision-makers regarding the recent EU-Mercosur agreement.

Videos

Are EU air passenger rights heading forward – or backward?

The EU rules on air passenger rights date back to 2004, but they are now back on the negotiating table. The Council’s proposal to extend the delay threshold has sparked strong criticism from the European Parliament. Can the two sides reach a deal – and if they do, who will actually benefit?

Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

The European Union aspires to be a leader in climate action. Although it pushed for more concrete action at the UN talks in Belém last month, the political climate within the 27-nation bloc is not conducive to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

View more videos

The European Newsroom is embarking into a new phase

Key Stories

Delays and soaring costs cloud transport megaprojects in EU’s drive for greater cross-border connectivity

Nudification blocks: The EU’s struggle for more safety online

Europe in Brief

Vietnam, EU elevate ties citing ‘threat’ to ‘rules-based order’

Germany’s Greens back EU-India trade deal after Mercosur debacle

German chancellor slams EU Parliament over legal review of Mercosur trade deal

Thousands of farmers protest Mercosur deal in front of EU Parliament

EU planning summit after Trump’s tariff announcement over Greenland

Videos

Are EU air passenger rights heading forward – or backward?

Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

Europe in Brief

Vietnam, EU elevate ties citing ‘threat’ to ‘rules-based order’

Germany’s Greens back EU-India trade deal after Mercosur debacle

German chancellor slams EU Parliament over legal review of Mercosur trade deal

Thousands of farmers protest Mercosur deal in front of EU Parliament

Videos

Are EU air passenger rights heading forward – or backward?

Why the EU’s climate targets matter for the planet – and the economy

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