
Ukraine's EU accession faces skepticism from key members
Key EU member states are reportedly hindering Ukraine's accelerated entry into the European Union, despite President Zelensky's desire for a 2027 date as part of a peace settlement.
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Key EU member states are reportedly hindering Ukraine's accelerated entry into the European Union, despite President Zelensky's desire for a 2027 date as part of a peace settlement.

The foreign ministers of the EU member states concluded that they would soon convene an extraordinary meeting together with their counterparts from the Gulf states.

Official Eurostat data for 2024 shows that Romania and Luxembourg are the only EU member states where the number of immigrants from other EU countries was higher than the number of immigrants from outside the EU.

Russia continues kinetic activities against Europe, especially through sponsoring and developing plans on the territory of EU member states, according to this week's latest report from the International...
A proposed 'Made in Europe' law is facing difficulties due to disagreements among EU member states, particularly concerning the criteria for countries to utilize its privileges.
The European Commission has decided that EU member states can use the EU social fund to provide free abortions for women who travel to their countries due to limited access to safe abortion in their home countries.
An MEP highlights that NATO military maneuvers are hampered by administrative barriers within EU member states, such as permits taking 46 days, and insufficiently prepared transport infrastructure, jeopardizing rapid defense response.

Starting today, visitors from over 80 countries, including Romania and other EU member states, the United States, and Canada, will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the UK.

EU member states have reportedly threatened the European Commission with legal action over additional powers granted to the European Parliament, according to a letter seen by Politico.

A debate is ongoing in Germany regarding age limits for social media, with discussions highlighting that the scope for EU member states is limited and the issue requires a European solution.
EU member states have given their final approval to measures that will weaken existing company sustainability laws.

Portugal's Minister of Agriculture, José Manuel Fernandes, is pushing for accessible insurance for all farmers to ensure immediate support, a stance he says is backed by other EU member states and the European Commission.

Brussels is warning against excessive Chinese influence in European ports and is drafting a new strategy that would allow EU member states to take control of ports in emergencies, according to an exclusive report.

The Iranian government has declared the air force and navy of every European Union member state as terrorist organizations in retaliation for EU actions.

Leaders from the Balkans and Turkey lauded Donald Trump's Peace Board at its inaugural ceremony in Washington, though the attendance of an EU Commissioner from Croatia drew criticism from some EU member states.

Cyprus’s Foreign Ministry described the regional situation on Tuesday as difficult, requiring organisation, patience and cooperation, as diplomatic efforts continue in the wake of US and Israeli strikes against Iran. Foreign Ministry sources said diplomatic contacts had continued over the past 48 hours with EU member states, EU institutions and third countries, with ongoing analysis […]

Austria is noted as being in the minority among EU member states regarding its inheritance tax policies.

EU member states are reportedly divided on the role and continuation of a peace council proposed by Donald Trump, with Finland's participation still undecided.

A new report from the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) indicates that Russia continues kinetic activities against Europe, particularly through sponsoring and developing plans within EU member states, identifying new perpetrators, including Serbs.

Brussels has decided that EU member states will be able to draw funds from the European Social Fund to assist women seeking abortions, marking a victory for women's rights.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 26 FEB - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, visited the headquarters of the Public TV Company of Armenia (Amptv), the public television broadcaster of the Republic of Armenia. The visit took place in the presence of the company's Executive Director, Hovhannes Movsisyan, and was attended by the Head of the European Union Delegation, promoter of the initiative, as well as other Ambassadors of EU Member States accredited in the country. During the meeting, the...

Responsibility for the suspension of Russian oil transit to Europe via the Druzhba pipeline lies with Russia, whose attacks damaged it, and ultimatums and political pressure on Ukraine from some EU member states over the issue are unacceptable.

A Portuguese article highlights low productivity as the primary structural issue, impacting dignified wages, social state sustainability, and convergence with other EU member states.

EU member states have reportedly threatened the European Commission with legal proceedings over additional powers being granted to the European Parliament, according to a leaked letter.

EU countries are threatening legal action over the European Parliament's increased powers, according to a letter seen by Politico, with the final text expected soon.

Several EU member states are reportedly threatening legal action against the European Commission for granting more powers to the European Parliament, according to a letter obtained by Politico.

EU member states will most likely not reach an agreement today on the proposed new package of sanctions against Russia, stated the head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas.

A Greek newspaper reports on the perceived lack of political will to support the country's industry, noting that other EU member states are already utilizing new opportunities for their industrial sectors.

European Commissioner Michael McGrath is set to launch the European Centre for Democratic Resilience, a key initiative under the European Democracy Shield, providing a framework for EU member states and institutions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine will be technically ready to join the European Union by 2027 and is prepared to open all negotiation clusters within days, despite some EU member states blocking the process.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health announced that the country's healthcare system has progressed in rare disease diagnostics, reaching the level of EU member states.

The European Commission reports a general increase in cancer rates across EU member states, with a 2.3 percent rise in 2022 compared to 2020, highlighting inequalities in public health systems.

EU member states along the eastern border carry a responsibility that goes beyond our territory, said Prime Minister Kristen Michal in the opening speech of the Eastern Border Regions High-Level Conference in Brussels on Thursday.

The European Commission has announced that EU member states can use social funds to help citizens access safe abortions, a decision hailed as a 'victory for women'. This includes supporting women in countries with near-total bans to access services in other states.

The European Commission is launching a new initiative, EastInvest, to provide nearly 30 billion euros in loan support to EU member states bordering Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine, with Romania among the

Some EU member states are reportedly distancing themselves from the proposed 'digital omnibus' initiative, which aims to simplify regulations but is perceived by some as a rollback of existing rules.

The United Kingdom has made a paid digital entry permit mandatory for visitors from 85 countries, including EU member states, to enhance border security. The transitional period for European nationals ends in April 2025.

A group of EU member states is threatening to take the European Commission to the EU Court of Justice over a framework agreement that enhances the European Parliament's role in the legislative process, testing the balance of power within the Union.

EU member states have threatened to initiate legal proceedings over the extent of powers being granted to the European Parliament, according to a letter obtained by Politico, indicating escalating rivalry.

EU member states in the Council are reportedly threatening to sue the European Commission over an agreement that grants greater powers to the European Parliament, arguing it violates the Union's founding treaties.

EU member states are unlikely to reach an agreement today on the proposed new package of sanctions against Russia, with Hungary's blockade making approval improbable, according to EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas.

Iran has declared the naval and air forces of EU member states as terrorist organizations, in response to the EU's 'illegal and unjustified' decision to list the IRGC as a terrorist entity.

Iran's Foreign Ministry announced that it has designated the naval and air forces of all EU member states as terrorist organizations, in retaliation for the EU's decision to add the IRGC to its terror list.