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EU Commission Monitors Media Freedom at N1 Amid Serbia's Accession Talks
Worldn1-serbiadanasn1-bih10d ago3 sources

EU Commission Monitors Media Freedom at N1 Amid Serbia's Accession Talks

The European Commission is closely monitoring developments concerning the N1 media outlet in the context of Serbia's negotiations for accession to the European Union. An EU Commission spokesperson reiterated that media freedom and pluralism are fundamental pillars of a democratic society.

Greek MEP Urges EU Commission to Secure Funds for Farmers
Businessnaftemporiki16d ago

Greek MEP Urges EU Commission to Secure Funds for Farmers

Independent MEP Nikolas Farandouris has submitted a written inquiry to the European Commission, emphasizing the need to ensure the flow of funds and timely payment of subsidies to Greek producers and livestock breeders following a new case file from OPEKEPE.

Politicsyle-uutiset21d ago

EU Commission Targeted by Cyberattack

The EU Commission has reportedly been subjected to a cyberattack, though further details regarding the nature or impact of the incident were not immediately available.

PoliticsFT26d ago

EU Official Blames Putin for Migration Crises

An EU commissioner stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is the 'biggest driver' of immigration due to his role in wars over the past decade, implying he is behind every EU migration crisis.

EU Commissioner Kos Expresses Concern Over Serbian Judiciary, Evaluates EU Fund Conditions Amidst Repression Claims
Politicsdanas1mo ago

EU Commissioner Kos Expresses Concern Over Serbian Judiciary, Evaluates EU Fund Conditions Amidst Repression Claims

European Commissioner Marta Kos met with Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić, expressing serious concern over actions by Serbian authorities that threaten judicial independence and stating that the EU is evaluating whether Serbia continues to meet conditions for EU funds. Reports also question if Serbia will lose EU funds due to the repression of Vučić's regime.

EU Summit to Address Energy Prices
Politicsberlingske1mo ago

EU Summit to Address Energy Prices

The EU Commission is set to present measures to reduce energy prices ahead of an upcoming EU summit, as announced by EU President António Costa.

EU Considers Strengthening Naval Presence in Middle East
BusinessAPReutersbloomberg+58FTle-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeerayle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatruvukrainska-pravda+50 more16h ago61 sources

EU Considers Strengthening Naval Presence in Middle East

The European Union is considering strengthening its naval presence in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, to ensure free passage through the vital waterway. Discussions include the willingness to deploy a fleet and the practicalities of such an operation.

Venezuela Resumes IMF, World Bank Cooperation After Seven Years
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Venezuela Resumes IMF, World Bank Cooperation After Seven Years

Venezuela has resumed cooperation with the International Monetary Fund and World Bank after a seven-year break, a development celebrated by its government. This comes amidst various IMF warnings to other nations regarding economic policy, including advice against lowering fuel taxes and imposing windfall taxes on energy profits.

EU Commission Proposes Measures to Address Energy Crisis
Politicsnaftemporiki12d ago

EU Commission Proposes Measures to Address Energy Crisis

The European Commission is proposing new measures to tackle the ongoing energy crisis, planning to reactivate legal tools initially established after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. These measures aim to mitigate the impact of the war-induced energy challenges.

European Countries Address Social Media Regulation for Minors
Politicsyle-uutisetfazle-figaro+11der-standardirozhlasorfrzeczpospolitahvgaktuality-skdnevnik-bgil-sole-24-ore+3 more17d ago14 sources

European Countries Address Social Media Regulation for Minors

The French Senate has approved a proposal to ban social media use for minors under 15, while Austria has written to the EU Commission, appealing for a coordinated European approach to age verification for social media.

EU Commission Urges Remote Work, Reduced Travel, and Renewable Investment Amid Energy Crisis
Environmenthelsingin-sanomatde-volkskrantel-mundo+3aktualne-czn1-serbiazdg-md17d ago6 sources

EU Commission Urges Remote Work, Reduced Travel, and Renewable Investment Amid Energy Crisis

The European Commission is advising member states and citizens to restrict oil and gas consumption through measures like increased telework, reduced travel, and lower highway speeds, while also urging urgent investment in renewable energy sources. These recommendations aim to prepare for potential long-term energy supply disruptions due to the ongoing energy crisis.

Navracsics Denies Evidence of Secret Operation Against Tisza Party Amid Probe
Politicstelexaktualne-cz21d ago2 sources

Navracsics Denies Evidence of Secret Operation Against Tisza Party Amid Probe

EU Commissioner Olivér Navracsics stated he saw no evidence to support claims of a secret operation against Hungary's Tisza Party, having also read Captain Bence Szabó's statement. This comes as Szabó, a former lead investigator, has received significant public donations after speaking out about the alleged probe, which Péter Magyar claims was an order to destroy Tisza.

European Commission Online Platform Hit by Cyberattack on March 24
Technologynosfaztvn24+14morgunbladidpublicodelfi-ltdigi24observadordnevnik-bghotnewsdanas+6 more21d ago17 sources

European Commission Online Platform Hit by Cyberattack on March 24

The European Commission's online platform was subjected to a cyberattack on March 24, impacting the cloud infrastructure that hosts the Europa website. The incident was swiftly brought under control, according to the Commission's announcement.

Montenegro's Deputy PM Meets EU Commissioner for Enlargement
Politicsvijesti-me23d ago

Montenegro's Deputy PM Meets EU Commissioner for Enlargement

Montenegro's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ervin Ibrahimović, met with European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, emphasizing that Montenegro must maintain its momentum and ensure continuity in its European integration process.

EU Commissioner Rejects Proposal for Accelerated EU Integration Without Full Membership
Politicsdanasbalkan-web23d ago2 sources

EU Commissioner Rejects Proposal for Accelerated EU Integration Without Full Membership

EU Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, has rejected the proposal by Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama for accelerated integration into the EU single market and Schengen without full membership, confirming the earlier statement by Dušan Kostadinović of the Democratic Party that the proposal was 'expectedly rejected'.

Cull or face the consequences
Healthin-cyprus1mo ago

Cull or face the consequences

After the EU Commissioner’s unequivocal statement that animals infected with foot-and-mouth disease must be culled — and following yesterday’s spread of the virus to Dali and Yeri — what do those who…

Serbia Confirms Purchase of Chinese Missiles, EU Urges Strategic Alignment
Politicstagesschaun1-serbiadanas+1cdm-me1mo ago4 sources

Serbia Confirms Purchase of Chinese Missiles, EU Urges Strategic Alignment

Serbia has confirmed its purchase of advanced Chinese supersonic missiles, stating it's a response to perceived threats from NATO states in the Balkans. This comes as the EU Commission continues to urge Serbia to make clear strategic choices regarding arms procurement that align with EU values.

European Commission Debunks 'Energy Lockdown' Claims
Politicstvn246d ago

European Commission Debunks 'Energy Lockdown' Claims

Reports circulating online about the European Commission calling for an 'energy lockdown' with restrictions on cars and flights have been debunked, clarifying that an EU commissioner's letter contained different information.

EU Parliamentarian Raises Concerns Over Montenegro's Security Laws
Politicscdm-me10d ago

EU Parliamentarian Raises Concerns Over Montenegro's Security Laws

Iratxe García Pérez, leader of the S&D group in the European Parliament, has written to EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, expressing concerns about Montenegro's recently adopted laws on internal affairs and the National Security Agency (ANB). Pérez believes these fears deserve an impartial analysis by the European Commission.

EU Commissioner and Ryanair Warn of Long-Term Middle East Crisis Effects on Fuel Supply
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EU Commissioner and Ryanair Warn of Long-Term Middle East Crisis Effects on Fuel Supply

EU Energy Commissioner Dan Joergensen stated that a return to normalcy is not expected soon, emphasizing the need to reduce fuel demand and warning that the effects of the Middle East crisis on fuel supply will not be short-term. This concern is echoed by Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary, who warned that jet fuel supplies could be disrupted in May and June due to the Iran war.

EU Commissioner Warns of Prolonged Energy Crisis and High Prices
Businesstelexdie-presseluxemburger-wort+1mkd-mk17d ago4 sources

EU Commissioner Warns of Prolonged Energy Crisis and High Prices

An EU Commissioner has warned that there will be no quick return to energy normalcy, with high prices for gas, oil, and electricity expected to persist due to the Iran war, reinforcing earlier advice from the EU Commission for citizens to work from home and reduce travel.

EU Commissioner Kos: Membership is Now About Security, Not Just Money
Politicsdie-pressevijesti-me19d ago2 sources

EU Commissioner Kos: Membership is Now About Security, Not Just Money

EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos stated that EU membership has always offered stability and prosperity but is now also a matter of security, warning that the EU cannot fulfill citizens' security desires without new members and must not let new 'Trojan horses' into the bloc.

EU Parliament Approves Deportation Centers Proposal
Politicsdr-dkder-standardFrance 24+2delfi-ltiefimerida22d ago5 sources

EU Parliament Approves Deportation Centers Proposal

The EU Parliament has voted in favor of a legislative proposal by EU Commissioner Brunner that would allow for the establishment of deportation centers outside the EU and permit detentions of up to 24 months, including for minors.

EU Commissioner Warns Slovakia on Rule of Law Reforms
Worldaktuality-sk24d ago

EU Commissioner Warns Slovakia on Rule of Law Reforms

EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, and Rule of Law Michael McGrath warned Slovakia that the European Commission is prepared to act if the country does not improve its criminal law reforms and reinstate the Whistleblower Protection Office.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Admits Contacting Lavrov Amid Allegations of Seeking Election Support and EU Concerns
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Hungarian Foreign Minister Admits Contacting Lavrov Amid Allegations of Seeking Election Support and EU Concerns

The EU has expressed deep concern over allegations that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó leaked sensitive information to Russia, prompting the EU Commission to demand explanations and Hungary's opposition to call for an investigation, with Szijjártó now confirming he contacts Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and allegedly sought support for a Slovak politician in 2020, while other EU foreign ministers express serious concerns.

EU Demands Explanations from Hungary Over Alleged Leaks to Russia
WorldAl JazeeraDWtvn24+2deloiefimerida25d ago5 sources

EU Demands Explanations from Hungary Over Alleged Leaks to Russia

The European Union and Germany have expressed serious concern over reports that Hungary's foreign minister briefed Russia on confidential EU talks, prompting the EU Commission to demand explanations and Prime Minister Viktor Orban to launch an investigation into alleged wiretapping.

Russian 'Ghost Ship' Tanker with Toxic Gas Drifts in Mediterranean
EnvironmentNYThelsingin-sanomatfaz+1politiken1mo ago4 sources

Russian 'Ghost Ship' Tanker with Toxic Gas Drifts in Mediterranean

A mysterious Russian tanker, part of a 'shadow fleet' and laden with toxic LNG gas, is adrift without a crew in the Mediterranean Sea, posing a significant environmental threat. Nine European countries have warned the EU Commission about the damaged vessel, while Russia denies responsibility.

EU Allocates €200 Million to Moldova Under Growth Plan
Politicsnewsmaker-md1mo ago

EU Allocates €200 Million to Moldova Under Growth Plan

The European Commission has allocated nearly €200 million to Moldova under the EU Growth Plan, recognizing the country's implementation of 24 out of 26 reforms. EU Commissioner Marta Kos highlighted Moldova's significant progress.

EU Commissioner Warns of Energy Crisis Costs
Worldaktuality-sk1mo ago

EU Commissioner Warns of Energy Crisis Costs

A European Commissioner issued a stark warning that taxpayers are already paying billions extra for gas and oil, as Slovakia advocates for a pragmatic approach to the energy crisis.

EU Commission Reviews Montenegro's Asset Forfeiture Law
Politicsvijesti-me1mo ago

EU Commission Reviews Montenegro's Asset Forfeiture Law

The European Commission is reviewing Montenegro's proposed law on the permanent confiscation of assets acquired through crime, even before a final court ruling. Civil society warns that the draft law falls short of the Italian model, which they believe would be optimal for Montenegro.

Marta Kos Faces Renewed Accusations of Yugoslav Secret Police Collaboration
Politicsdigi24n1-serbiahotnews+1danas1mo ago4 sources

Marta Kos Faces Renewed Accusations of Yugoslav Secret Police Collaboration

EU Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, is once again facing accusations of having collaborated with the Yugoslav secret police in the 1980s. A Member of the European Parliament claims to possess new evidence, reigniting the controversy despite Kos's previous denials during her hearing before the European Parliament committees.

The power shortage is a headache too, Mr President
Politicsin-cyprus1mo ago

The power shortage is a headache too, Mr President

The meetings with EU Commissioner Varhelyi over what can only be described as the barely concealed demands of political parties, livestock farmers, and agricultural organisations — that Cyprus receive preferential treatment, sparing it both the culling of animals on infected premises and the export restrictions on dairy products that apply to every other EU member […]