by Editorial Staff

Green light for the “von der Leyen II” Commission

The European Parliament has narrowly approved Ursula von der Leyen’s new College of Commissioners with 370 votes in favor, 282 against, and 36 abstentions, just…

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by Editorial Staff

EU leaders dither on security guarantees for Ukraine opting for a “transitional” Summit

In his address to the 27 European leaders, president Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine’s strong position at the negotiating table with Russia in the future would depend on explicit security guarantees.

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The President of the European Council Antonio Costa and the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky
by Editorial Staff

New developments in Syria binds EU Ministers to lift sanctions on HTS-led leadership

The fall of the Assad regime sparked enthusiasm among the EU governments. First, it is considered a defeat for Putin, who could not support one of his most reliable allies in the Near East

The High Representative Kaja Kallas chairs the first EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting of her mandate
by Editorial Staff

Effects on EU-US trade relations of a universal tariff on imports into the US

In its first term as President Trump has proposed imposing a universal tariff of 10–20% on all imports into the U.S., alongside tariffs of 25% on Chinese and Mexican goods. These measures could significantly impact EU sectors heavily reliant on U.S. exports, such as cars and chemicals.

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Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump shaking hands during the World Economic Forum in 2020
by Eleonore Para

France, François Bayrou appointed Prime Minister: his background, the challenges ahead

French President Emmanuel Macron appointed François Bayrou Prime Minister on December 13, 2024, and tasked him with forming a Government. Michel Barnier, Prime Minister since…