In her latest address, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasized Italy’s significant role in European dynamics, countering claims of the country’s isolation. She highlighted Italy’s appropriate position within the new EU Commission and praised Minister Raffaele Fitto for his achievements….
The EU Commission has mandated TikTok to preserve data linked to the Romanian presidential election, amid suspicions of a Russian disinformation campaign supporting the populist candidate Calin Georgescu. Romanian intelligence reports indicate that social media accounts on TikTok and Telegram…
Didier Reynders, former EU Justice Commissioner, is under investigation by the Brussels Public Prosecutor’s Office for suspected money laundering activities related to gambling. The inquiry, which reportedly began in 2023 following tips from the Belgian oversight agency and the National…
A major scandal is unfolding in Europe as a judicial investigation has been launched against Didier Reynders, former Belgian Minister and EU Commissioner for Justice, for alleged money laundering related to lottery winnings. The Brussels prosecutor confirmed the investigation into…
The EU Commission has raised alarms over a surge in illegal immigration from Belarus, attributed to Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics. Reports indicate over 8,000 illegal border crossings from Belarus to the EU from January to November 2024, marking a 66%…
The European Commission has officially approved Lufthansa’s acquisition of a 41% stake in the Italian state airline ITA. Following initial approval in June, the final agreement comes with conditions, including allowing competitors such as Easyjet and Air France-KLM access to…
A six-month study commissioned by FIFPro reveals that professional football players face physical and mental strain due to demanding schedules. Researchers from the University of Louvain found that players are 1,000 times more likely to be injured compared to regular…
After extensive negotiations in the European Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen’s new EU Commission is poised to commence its duties on December 1. A controversial compromise has been reached among major political factions, focusing on cooperation guidelines that emphasize rule…
The leaders of EU factions have agreed on a new Commission after a prolonged power struggle marked by significant concessions. Initial hearings concluded without major disputes for most candidates, but three individuals faced intense opposition, necessitating a package deal to…
Michael McGrath, Ireland’s nominee for the European Commission’s Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and the Rule of Law, is set for a rigorous three-hour hearing at the European Parliament. Tasked with overseeing matters such as Hungary’s rule of law compliance and…
Ursula von der Leyen’s proposed team for the next EU Commission faces a parliamentary vetting process this week, with the first hearings starting today. Candidates must demonstrate their expertise and independence to gain approval, with a two-thirds majority required for…
The European Parliament begins hearings for new commissioners, highlighting a significant interest in Central European nations amid changing geopolitical dynamics. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, smaller Central European countries are finally receiving attention within the EU, as evidenced by recent…
