Andres Ritter Supported to Succeed Laura Codruța Kovesi as European Chief Prosecutor

The European Parliament's Committee on Civil Liberties (LIBE) announced its support for the appointment of Andres Ritter as the next European Chief Prosecutor, succeeding Laura Codruța Kovesi.

23 Feb, 20:51 — 23 Feb, 20:53

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Why this matters

The European Chief Prosecutor is a critical role responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes affecting the EU budget, such as fraud and corruption. The succession of Laura Codruța Kovesi, a prominent figure in European anti-corruption efforts, is significant for the continuity and direction of this vital European institution.

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Both HotNews and Digi24 report that the Civil Liberties Committee of the European Parliament (LIBE) has announced its support for Andres Ritter to succeed Laura Codruța Kovesi as the European Chief Prosecutor. The coverage from both outlets is largely aligned, focusing on the factual development of the succession process.

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The coverage from both outlets is highly factual and neutral, reporting on a procedural development without any discernible political slant or commentary.

What sources agree on

Andres Ritter is supported for the position of European Chief Prosecutor.
The support comes from the Civil Liberties Committee of the European Parliament (LIBE).
The announcement regarding Ritter's support was made on Monday.
Andres Ritter is set to succeed Laura Codruța Kovesi in the role.

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The Civil Liberties Committee of the European Parliament (LIBE) supports Andres Ritter for the function of European Chief Prosecutor.

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Andres Ritter is at one step away from being designated as the successor to Laura Codruța Kovesi.

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The announcement of support for Andres Ritter was made on Monday.

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Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

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Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

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Andres Rittersupported candidate for European Chief Prosecutor Laura Codruța Kovesioutgoing European Chief Prosecutor European Parliamentlegislative body involved in appointment Civil Liberties Committee (LIBE)committee supporting Ritter's appointment European Chief Prosecutorkey EU anti-fraud position

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First report: digi24 · 23 Feb, 20:51|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 2m|Window: 2m

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digi2423 Feb, 20:51First to report

Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

hotnews23 Feb, 20:53Latest update

Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

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Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

Comisia pentru Libertăţi Civile a Parlamentului European (LIBE) a informat luni, într-un comunicat de presă, că susţine numirea lui Andres Ritter pentru funcţia de procuror-şef european (şef al Biroului Procurorului Public European, EPPO), informează Agerpres.…

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digi241h ago

Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

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Andres Ritter Supported to Succeed Laura Codruța Kovesi as European Chief Prosecutor

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Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

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Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

Read at source (2 outlets)

Succesorul Codruței Kovesi la șefia Parchetului European, la un pas de desemnare

Cine va urma la conducerea Parchetului European după Laura Codruţa Kovesi, al cărei mandat se încheie

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