Press Area
The European Newsroom’s press section highlights the main activities of the network and its engagement with EU politicians, stakeholders, experts and fellow journalists. The page provides information about recent activities and offers insights into the topics, discussions and perspectives shaping European affairs.
The European Newsroom and its news agencies engage in a range of activities, including interviews with European Commissioners and other high-ranking EU politicians such the presidents of the European Council and the European Parliament, visits from journalists and media organisations from among others, Croatia, Cyprus, and even the United States, as well as workshops on fact checking and video journalism for its member agencies.
The press section will continue to be updated with new content.
To enter the EU, or not to enter the EU? Interview with Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner
On Wednesday (July 15), the enr sat down with Brunner for an interview to talk about the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact, ongoing challenges with the new Entry/Exit System, the temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees, and more.
Bridging the Atlantic: US and German journalists discuss EU reporting at the European Newsroom
On Friday, June 26, the European Newsroom once again opened its doors to US journalists visiting Brussels with the RIAS Berlin Commission.
From Dublin to Brussels: European Newsroom meets upcoming Irish EU Presidency
Journalists from European Newsroom member agencies met with two spokespersons of the upcoming Irish EU Presidency in Brussels to talk about its working programme and priorities until the end of 2026.
Can money keep pace with Europe’s defence ambitions? Interview with European Investment Bank chief Nadia Calviño
On June 12, the enr sat down with EIB President Nadia Calviño in Luxembourg to talk about Europe’s drive to ramp up its defence spending amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, and how the EU’s lending arm is responding.
Ukraine, the Western Balkans and the EU’s Enlargement agenda: Interview with MEP David McAllister
On Wednesday, June 3, the European Newsroom sat down with German MEP David McAllister to talk about the opportunities and challenges ahead for countries aspiring to join the EU – in particular Ukraine and the Western Balkans.
Fact-checking in the age of AI: a European Newsroom workshop on verification
On May 27, the European Newsroom organised a webinar about fact-checking and verification, led by Julian Bohne from the German press agency dpa.
How AI is changing SEO: a two-part European Newsroom workshop
On April 10 and 21, the European Newsroom organised a webinar on SEO and GEO, led by experts from the German press agency dpa, Christian Hartung and Thilo Hopert.
From defence reliance to resilience: Interview with European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius
On Tuesday, April 21, the European Newsroom sat down with EU Defence and Space Commissioner Andrius Kubilius to talk about the EU’s drive to bolster its defence capabilities in the context of ongoing geopolitical shifts and their impact on Europe’s security.
Towards a safer online space for kids: interview with European Commission Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen
On Thursday, March 26, the European Newsroom sat down with Virkkunen for an interview focused on the EU’s efforts to protect minors in the online environment – from social media to adult websites.
The EU “is a champion of international rules-based order”: Interview with European Council President António Costa
On Monday, March 17, the European Newsroom (enr) sat down with António Costa, President of the European Council, for an exclusive interview in Brussels focused on the conflict in the Middle East, Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine, the EU’s drive to bolster its competitiveness, and the progress of new countries joining the currently 27-nation bloc.