EU rights award given to jailed journalists from Georgia and Belarus
The European Parliament awards the 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to two imprisoned journalists from Georgia and Belarus.
EU sets up ‘air bridge’ to deliver humanitarian aid to Darfur
The European Union started to send life-saving supplies to the Sudanese region of Darfur in face of the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.
EU plans to recycle more materials from end-of-life vehicles
The EU presented new rules to recycle pieces from millions of vehicles to contribute to the circular economy.
Solidarity and deportation: EU moves to get a grip on migration as pressure mounts
The EU is tightening the screws on irregular immigration and on returns for migrants whose asylum claims are denied. To better share responsibilities, member states have agreed on solidarity measures – though some of the more restrictive governments are sceptical.
EU agrees to stronger protections for crime victims
The European Parliament and member states reached an agreement to enhance protections and rights for crime victims, including specialised assistance for those most vulnerable.