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EU: Taliban recognition hinges on full compliance with international norms
Read the response to our letter sent to EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell regarding the EU’s Afghanistan policy and human rights issues, with a particular focus on Afghan women’s rights.
How the US election could shape Europe’s security future?
EU Watch interviewed Finnish politician Mika Aaltola, who serves for the first time as a Member of the European Parliament. We discussed the issues of the impact of US elections on Europe’s security, NATO and the EU enlargement.
‘Kaja Kallas is my hope for an EU that speaks with one voice’, says Austrian MEP Brandstätter
EU Watch interviewed Austrian politician Helmut Brandstätter, who serves for the first time as a Member of the European Parliament. We discussed the issues of Ukraine’s support, EU enlargement, migration and media freedom.
Former Estonian Foreign Minister: “We should make Russia understand that the West is not weak anymore”
In our most recent podcast edition of “EU Matters”, the Vice-Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the European Parliament and former Estonian foreign minister, Urmas Paet, talks about the threat of Russia to Europe and the West’s support for Ukraine, as well as the recent developments in the Middle East between Israel and Iran.
Avital Grinberg appointed as General Manager of EU Watch
BRUSSELS – EU Watch announces the decision to appoint Avital Grinberg as the new General Manager, succeeding Michael Thaidigsmann at the helm of the organisation.
Veteran Socialist lawmaker: “We always knew that the EU would come under attack from guys like Putin”
German MEP Udo Bullmann talks about the importance of human rights in EU’s foreign policy, the EU as a player on the world stage and foreign interference in EU politics.
EU’s pivotal steps toward Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia: A personal perspective on the region’s historic shift
Professor Cristina Vanberghen delivers her opinion on the European Council’s decision to green-light negotiation talks with Ukraine and Moldova.
EU Sets Global Standard for AI Regulation
Professor Cristina Vanberghen delivers her analysis of the EU AI Act, which regulates the use of Artificial Intelligence in the Union.
Enhancing our understanding of the EU’s role in the Middle East
Professor Cristina Vanberghen delivers her analysis on the EU’s role in mediating Middle East conflicts.
Friends of EU Watch Fund launched
A new fundraising platform to support the mission and projects of EU Watch has been established under the auspices of the renowned King Baudouin Foundation in Belgium.
David McAllister: “The EU should be a global player, not just a payer”
The chairman of the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs on the role of the European Parliament and the European Union in world politics.
Squaring the concentric circles?
Cristina Vanberghen delivers her thoughts on the Franco-German proposal for EU reform
Borrell: “EU has a special duty of care”
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell responds to questions from EU Watch and Hostage Aid Worldwide on European hostages jailed in Iran.
Letter to Josep Borrell concerning the case of Johan Floderus and other EU citizens held hostage in Iran
EU Watch and Hostage Aid Worldwide have asked EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell what he and the EU diplomatic service have done to secure the release of his staff member Johan Floderus and other EU citizens who have been held hostage in Iran for long time.
After the coup in Niger: What are the options for the EU?
What are the consequences of the military coup in Niger, and is the European Union’s response adequate?
Open letter for the release of Iranian artist Toomaj Salehi
EU Watch joins more than 150 politicians, organizations, and activists in calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Iranian rapper and dissident Toomaj Salehi. Please find below the full letter.
“Write your last letter to your mom”: How an Iranian dissident broke free from Khamenei’s regime
Arash Hahmpay, an Iranian dissident and activist details his dreadful experience with the Islamic regime in Iran and how he escaped to Germany.
EU-Turkey relations: “Erdogan is not 12 feet tall”
Turkey expert Dimitar Bechev argues that the European Union has a lot of leverage on Ankara, in spite of Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s re-election.
Council reaches agreement on controversial reform of asylum rules
Member states want new rules for the processing of asylum applications, including a solidarity mechanism.
Outsourcing EU foreign policy?
Should private companies be entrusted with formulating EU foreign policy priorities asks Cristina Vanberghen, an expert on EU affairs, regarding a controversial €4 million tender by the European Commission.
The Taliban Conundrum: What’s next for the EU in Afghanistan?
What are the European Union’s policy options vis-à-vis Afghanistan? How can it help the Afghan people, especially women? Leading experts give their insights. Join us for this online event organised jointly by the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS) and EU Watch.
Polish judiciary reform infringes EU law, European Court of Justice rules
Rule of law is "an integral part of the identity of the European Union", the judges held Poland’s highly contested
Letter to HRVP Borrell concerning the plight of EU citizens held hostage in Iran
EU Watch recently sent a letter to EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Josep Borrell in which we asked him what he and the EU diplomatic service have done to free EU citizens detained in Iran, such as Jamshid Sharmahd (Germany) and Ahmadreza Djalali (Sweden) who are both facing executions.
“Iran must be treated like Russia”: Daughter of abducted dissident sentenced to death in Iran urges change of strategy
German national Jamshid Sharmhad was hijacked by Iranian agents in Dubai in 2020. His daughter Gazelle is campaigning for his release and urges Europe to take a tougher line with the Islamic Republic.
Confronting authoritarian regimes: How should the EU deal with Iran? – 20 April 2023, 16:00 CET – REGISTER NOW
Should Iran’s Revolutionary Guard be added to the EU terror list? What has been done to free European citizens held hostage in Iran? Is the current EU policy vis-à-vis the Iranian regime effective? Leading experts give their insights. Join us for this online event.
“Borrell’s statements are just empty words”: Daughter of Iran prisoner wants stronger EU action
Mariam Claren is campaigning for the release of her mother who was been held in the notorious Evin prison in Iran since 2020. Are European governments doing enough?
“Russia sanctions will remain in place for a long time”: EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan
INTERVIEW: The former senior European Commission official is tasked with overseeing the implementation of restrictive measures. EU Watch sat down with him for an interview.
Qatargate: “It is time the European Parliament delivers on reforms”
The latest proposals adopted can be a “game-changer” but swift implementation is needed, argues Green Party MEP Daniel Freund in an EU Watch interview.
EU treaty change: “I can see it happening in the context of enlargement”
INTERVIEW: The change from unanimity to qualified majority voting in the foreign policy won’t radically transform the EU. But it could help forge a faster policy and actions, argues SWP EU expert Nicolai von Ondarza.
“There is a lot more the EU can do vis-à-vis Iran” | A view from Washington
The European Union should list Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organisation, argues the Middle East expert Matthew Levitt
German expert says most European states still prioritise NATO over EU
Nicolai von Ondarza of Germany’s SWP think-tank about European Union’s role and effectiveness in security and defence.
German MEP urges EU states to expel Iranian ambassadors
Dietmar Köster doesn’t mince words on what the European Union should do towards Iran in an interview with EU Watch.
Qatargate: “It’s a disaster for the Parliament”
Former European Parliament member Helga Trüpel on the corruption scandal engulfing the European Parliament.
EU adopts ninth Russia sanctions package
The measures are aimed at a range of economic sectors and also include almost 200 new individuals and entities subject to asset freezes and travel bans.
“The Council is the dysfunctional part”
Member of the European Parliament Daniel Freund on what the EU should do regarding democratic backsliding in Hungary.
“This is about the survival of the EU”
Interview with Green Party MEP Daniel Freund about fighting corruption and democratic backsliding in Hungary.
“Awful timing”: Hungary to deepen relations with Iran
European lawmaker Katalin Cseh criticizes the Orbán government’s move to deepen relations with the Iranian regime.
European Parliament to declare Russia a “state sponsor of terrorism”
The leaders of the main political groups in the European Parliament have agreed on a strongly-worded resolution on Russia.
“Europe cannot defend itself without America”
Interview with Egils Levits, President of the Republic of Latvia, on how to deal with the Russian aggression against Ukraine.
New EU sanctions on Iranian officials, including interior minister
The EU designations include four members of the squad that arbitrarily arrested Mahsa Amini.
More sanctions on Iran are coming – but are they enough?
The European Union is preparing a new sanctions package over Iran’s brutal suppression of protestors. How effective are the EU’s restrictive measures?
“China is a partner, competitor and rival”
EU Watch interview with Balázs Gargya, EEAS official on the relationship between European Union and China amidst the Russia’s war against Ukraine.
“Europe must pursue a policy of deterrence”
The EU should show solidarity with Taiwan argues MEP Reinhard Bütikofer in the second part of our interview on Europe’s China policy.
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[Opinion] Time for bolder action against Iran
David Wollach argues for a more assertive approach of the European Union against the violent crackdown in the Islamic Republic.
Bütikofer: “China peddles all of Russia’s lies”
How will relations between EU and China develop? Interview with Reinhard Bütikofer, a Member of the European Parliament and a Chair of the EP Delegation with China.
Asselborn: “Europe has no Plan B for Iran”
Luxembourg's foreign minister Jean Asselborn about EU sanctions against Iran and the future of the nuclear agreement. Read More
“Iran associates itself with the camp of evil”
Witold Wasczykowski, member of the European Parliament and a former Polish foreign minister on the Iran sanctions. Read More
“Orbán’s rhetoric that the EU has no legitimacy is just bogus”
This is Part Two of the interview with Dr. Tom Theuns, assistant professor of Political Theory and European Politics, on
More than “strategic intimacy”?
The first meeting of the European Political Community was held in Prague - it remains unclear how the new format
“Can EU members really accept a union with autocratic states?”
Tom Theuns, assistant professor of Political Theory and European Politics, on how the European Union deals with democratic backsliding. Read
Iran protests trigger calls for EU sanctions
The EU considers how to react to Iran’s violent crackdown in the wake of Mahsa Amini’s death. Read More
EU moves to ban forced labour products
Will the plan now outlined by the European Commission affect EU relations with China? Read More
Is Hungary a full democracy?
The European Parliament has adopted an unprecedented resolution on the state of democracy in Hungary. Read More
Von der Leyen wants to redistribute €140 billion in excess profits
The European Commission urges member states to intervene in energy markets to prevent a further rise of gas and electricity
Preventing an energy crisis: Is the EU’s strategy working?
Six months after the beginning of Russia's brutal war against Ukraine we ask the question: Has the European Union done
Two years on: Was the EU’s vaccine strategy effective?
A report by the European Court of Auditors provides some answers, but also criticizes a lack of scrutiny by the
EU suspends visa agreement with Russia
The member states on Friday adopted a proposal by the Commission. Read More
Hostages in Iran: Families urge EU to do more
European Union foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell is under pressure over his stance towards Iran. Read More
Qualified majority voting in EU foreign policy?
Reforming the EU decision-making process in the area of foreign policy is a very sensitive issue. Read More
“EU should recognize Uyghur genocide”
EU Watch interview with the leadership of the World Uyghur Congress Read More
“Europe is still very weak”
Interview with EU affairs veteran Elmar Brok on the enlargement and reform of the European Union. Read More
Commission boosts EU membership bid but scepticism lurks
Two countries should be given candidate status and Georgia a "European perspective". Read More
Treaty change – or rather not?
The Conference on the Future of Europe produced a number of recommendations – but it is unclear if they will
Commission criticized for not scrutinising Schengen border closures
"Free movement is one of the fundamental freedoms of the EU", said the European Court of Auditors in its report.
Macron’s outer ring, Zelensky’s determination
Calls for EU membership for Ukraine and other countries are increasing - but the French president seems to have another
Towards a common European defence policy?
The Russian war against Ukraine has unleashed a flurry of initiatives to bolster EU defence Read More
“Germany cannot lead the EU”
Poland's former Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowski on Ukraine, EU enlargement and the latest proposals of Emmanuel Macron Read More
Protecting trade or protecting human rights?
The Chinese treatment of the Uyghur minority in Xinjiang puts the EU's China policy into question. Read More
Deal or no deal: Risks, opportunities and red lines for the EU
In the ongoing context of war in Ukraine, a growing need is forming for a common EU foreign policy. A
Commission proposes new Russia sanctions, including oil embargo
The EU is tightening measures against Russia and wants to ban the import of Russian oil by the end of
Brussels want to make legal immigration of skilled workers easier
The EU Commission has presented out ambitious plans to reorganise and improve legal migration to Europe. Read More
EU imposes new sanctions on Russia, including coal import ban
The European Union on Friday agreed a fifth package of economic sanctions against Russia. Read More
UNHCR: EU response to Ukraine “should set example for all refugee crises”
INTERVIEW: How well has the EU has responded so far to the inflow of millions of Ukrainian refugees? Read More
EU institutions agree stricter rules for Big Tech
The Digital Markets Act will place restrictions on internet "gatekeepers" Read More
EU mobilises over 3.4 billion euros to help Ukrainian refugees
The European Commission has stepped up in its protection of Ukrainians. Read More
Not business as usual? Europe, Iran and the Gulf
What role should the EU play in the Middle East and the Iran negotiations? Read More
“The EU and its member states are too weak when it comes to hard politics”
What does Russia's invasion of Ukraine mean for the future of EU foreign policy? Read More
Borrell: Iran nuclear talks “paused”
The Vienna negotiations with Iran are on hold after last-minute disagreements. Read More
Confrontation or cooperation?
The European Union's rapidly changing foreign policy in the wake of the war against Ukraine. Read More
“Member states must comply with values on which EU is founded”
The Court of the European Union rejected a suit brought by Hungary and Poland over the rule of law mechanism.
Foreign policy: EU must avoid gap between declarations and actions
Cristina Vanberghen on how to deal with countries that are not democratic and disregard human rights Read More
Expert: “Il doit y avoir des lignes rouges”
Nathanaël Chouraqui, spécialiste français du Proche Orient, regrette l'absence d'action de l'Europe en Syrie. Read More
Iran policy: “Europe should not follow the Americans”
The French economist Thierry Coville, researcher at IRIS in Paris, discusses the EU’s role in negotiations with Iran
“La politique américaine est exactement ce qu’il ne faut pas faire”
Thierry Coville, expert sur l'Iran et chercheur à l'IRIS, se prononce sur les négotiations avec l'Iran et l'attitude de l'UE
“We see disorganised leadership in EU foreign policy”
EU Watch interviewed Professor Cristina Vanberghen, a senior expert on EU affairs. Read More
EU to limit validity of digital Covid pass to nine months
The EU’s Digital Covid Certificate will be valid for a maximum period of nine months. Read More
Reforms to Schengen rules proposed
The European Commission has proposed a reform of the Schengen Area rules to prepare for any future crises. Read More
Crucial talks ahead for new digital market rules
The European Parliament gave the go-ahead to start negotiations with the 27 EU member states on setting new rules for
Values versus security?
OPINION: Countries such as Belarus and Turkey can "weaponise" migrants only because the EU acts in a frightened manner. Read
“There cannot be an unambiguous right to migrate”
Sir Paul Collier argues that Europe needs to restrict economic migration to win back the trust of citizens. Read More
Migration and Integration: Does the EU live up to its values? – Policy conference
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Warning of growing high-risk expenditure in EU budget
EU spending continues to be marred by “too many errors”, according to the latest report by the European Court of
Auditors: EU migrant readmission schemes are ineffective
The cooperation with third countries is not ensuring that migrants under obligation to leave actually return to their countries of
What if Europe’s migrants are part of the solution?
EU WATCH OPINION: Developing a long-term vision on integration is in the EU's best interests Read More
Will Poland relent in rule-of-law dispute?
Warsaw is apparently planning to give in to demands by the European Court of Justice regarding a disciplinary chamber for
ETIAS travel authorisation scheme to launch next year
Travellers to the EU's Schengen zone who do not require a visa will in future need to fill in a
Les demandes d’asile en Europe chutent fortement en raison de la pandémie
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Asylum applications in Europe fall sharply due to pandemic
485,000 people claimed protection in 2020, compared with 716,000 the previous year. Read More
EU countries protest Hungarian anti-LGBTIQ legislation
Sixteen of the 27 EU member said they want the Commission to take action. Read More
After court ruling, AstraZeneca and EU both claim victory
The European Commission on Friday said it had won an important legal battle over the delivery of millions of vaccine
Le Médiateur critique Frontex pour son traitement des plaintes relatives aux droits de l’Homme
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Ombudsman lambastes Frontex over handling of human rights complaints
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La visite brise-glace de Biden à Bruxelles
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Biden’s icebreaker visit to Brussels
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L’Agence des droits fondamentaux de l’UE critique la distribution des vaccins contre le Covid-19
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EU Rights Agency criticises Covid-19 vaccine rollout
In many countries, the vaccination campaign has left vulnerable groups behind, the Fundamental Rights Agency in Vienna warns. Read More
La Cour suprême de l’UE rejette la contestation du vote d’Orbán
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La Commission envisage de réformer l’espace Schengen
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Commission plans to reform Schengen area
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Top EU court dismisses Orbán’s vote challenge
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La Suisse abandonne l’accord européen
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Voyages: Commission demande des règles uniformes pour toute l’UE
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Brussels pushes for uniform travel rules across EU
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Sondage : Les citoyens veulent prendre part au débat sur l’avenir de l’UE
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“Ensure correct information is provided”
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Switzerland abandons EU deal
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New Blue Card: Europe wants to attract more talent
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“L’UE doit trouver un équilibre entre la liberté d’expression et la responsabilité”
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“EU must find right balance between free speech and responsibility”
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Sondaggio: i cittadini vogliono partecipare al dibattito sul futuro dell’UE
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Il controverso accordo sui migranti tra l’UE e la Turchia compie cinque anni
A marzo 2016, Bruxelles e Ankara hanno firmato un accordo sull'immigrazione in cambio di sostegno finanziario. Read More
Il “passaporto” vaccinale europeo verrà rilasciato a tutti i vaccinati entro giugno
La Commissione europea ha proposto la creazione di un "Certificato digitale verde" per ripristinare la libera circolazione nell'UE. Read More
L’Occidente sanziona la Cina per la persecuzione dei musulmani uiguri, Beijing risponde
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Bruxelles: pugno di ferro con Varsavia per la riforma della giustizia in Polonia
In seguito alle pressioni del Parlamento, la Commissione europea avvia una procedura di infrazione contro la Polonia Read More
Travel certificates within EU to be operational by June
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L’UE souhaite le retour de plus de demandeurs d’asile refusés
En 2019, environ un tiers seulement des demandeurs d'asile dont la demande avait été rejetée sont retournés dans leur pays
EU wants more rejected asylum seekers to return
In 2019, only about a third of asylum seekers whose application had been rejected returned to their countries of origin
L’Occident sanctionne la Chine pour son traitement des Ouïgours, Pékin riposte
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Free speech under attack? Regulating online content in Europe and beyond
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Brussels gets tough with Warsaw over judiciary law
After pressure from the Parliament, the European Commission is taking legal action against Poland Read More
Bruxelles durcit le pas avec Varsovie sur le droit judiciaire
Sous la pression du Parlement, la Commission européenne prend des mesures judiciaires contre la Pologne Read More
Brüssel wird hart mit Warschau wegen Justizrecht
Auf Druck des Parlaments ergreift die Europäische Kommission rechtliche Schritte gegen Polen Read More
West sanctions China over Uyghur treatment, Beijing hits back
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Europe-wide “passport” for those vaccinated to be issued by June
The European Commission has proposed the creation of a “digital green certificate” to allow free movement inside the EU again.
Five years on: Europe’s controversial migration deal with Turkey
In March 2016, Brussels and Ankara struck an agreement on the return of migrants in exchange for financial support. Read
Survey: EU’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic
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Poll: Citizens want to take part in debate on future of EU
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Les géants du digital dominent le lobby européen
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Report: Big Tech companies dominate EU lobbying
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BRIEFING: Was the EU effective in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic?
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Coming soon? The grand debate about future of the EU
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ANALYSIS: Can EU countries close their borders unilaterally?
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Bruxelles présente ses lignes directrices en matière des droits de l’Homme
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EU spells out human rights policy, slaps new sanctions on Venezuela
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Les pays de l’UE peuvent-ils fermer unilatéralement leurs frontières ?
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La Hongrie dans le collimateur de la Commission européenne
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Hungary: Commission launches infringement proceedings
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Reform EU, tackle inequality, put human rights first, survey finds
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Sondage: Les citoyens européens exigent une réforme de l’Union
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EU confirms its list of terror organisations
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L’UE confirme sa liste noire d’organisations terroristes
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The European vaccine row explained
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La bataille pour les vaccins: Bruxelles dans le colimateur des critiques
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EU border police pulls out of Hungary
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La police des frontières de l’UE se retire de Hongrie
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Tougher rules for travel from outside EU recommended
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Des règles plus strictes pour les voyages en provenance de l’extérieur de l’UE recommandées
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Is Italy’s political crisis slowing down distribution of EU funds?
Brussels wants to ensure the payment of funds to Italy despite the resignation of Prime Minister Antonio Conte. Read More
La crise politique italienne ralentit-elle la distribution des fonds de l’UE ?
Bruxelles veut assurer le paiement des fonds à l’Italie malgré la démission du Premier ministre Antonio Conte. Read More
EU foreign ministers reject Venezuelan election, urge talks
The only way Venezuela can overcome its crisis is to resume negotiations between the Maduro government and opposition parties, says
Les ministres des Affaires étrangères de l’UE rejettent les élections vénézuéliennes et appellent à des pourparlers
La seule façon pour le Venezuela de surmonter sa crise est de reprendre les négociations entre le gouvernement Maduro et
Europe is getting closer to China, but Biden can pull it back – Foreign Policy
In negotiations with China over a new investment treaty, the EU asserted its autonomy from Washington. Read More
L’Europe se rapproche de la Chine, mais Biden peut la retirer – Politique étrangère
Dans les négociations avec la Chine sur un nouveau traité d’investissement, l’UE a affirmé son autonomie vis-à-vis de Washington. Read
La réalité mord l’engagement de l’UE « No More Morias » – Observateur de l’UE
Après l’incendie du camp de réfugiés de Moria l’année dernière, l’UE et ses dirigeants se sont engagés à mettre fin
70 percent of EU population to be vaccinated “by the summer”
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70 % de la population de l’UE sera vaccinée « d’ici l’été »
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Syrian foreign minister added to EU sanctions list
The European Union has added Faisal Mekdad to its restrictive list. Read More
Le ministre syrien des Affaires étrangères ajouté à la liste des sanctions de l’UE
L’Union européenne a ajouté Faisal Mekdad à sa liste restrictive. Read More
EU adopts new sanctions mechanism
Restrictive measures can now be imposed by the EU against serious human rights violators. Read More
L’UE adopte un nouveau mécanisme de sanctions
Des mesures restrictives peuvent désormais être imposées par l’UE contre les graves violations des droits de l’homme. Read More
Continued uncertainty over EU Budget
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Incertitude persistante sur le budget de l’UE
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EU considers imposing sanctions against Turkey
The final decision on restrictive measures lies with the European Council Read More
L’UE envisage d’imposer des sanctions contre la Turquie
La décision finale sur les mesures restrictives revient au Conseil européen Read More
Commission proposes “Democracy Action Plan”
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La Commission propose un « plan d’action pour la démocratie »
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EU, Greece agree plan for Moria camp replacement
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L’UE et la Grèce conviennent d’un plan de remplacement du camp de Moria
Quatre nouveaux centres d’accueil de migrants en Grèce ont été approuvés par l’UE, dont un remplacement de Moria, qui a
