The European Parliament has been making headlines recently due to a variety of significant events. These include the adoption of resolutions on pressing issues such as the conflict in Israel, the EU's relationship with Egypt, and the endorsement of the EU AI Act. Additionally, the European Parliament has been involved in discussions on sanctions against Russia, the rise of far-right parties in the EU, and the creation of a fund for Ukraine, with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban being a key figure in the negotiations.
The European Parliament is one of the seven institutions of the European Union and serves as one of its legislative branches. It consists of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) who are elected by the citizens of the EU member states. Together with the Council of the European Union, the European Parliament plays a crucial role in adopting European legislation proposed by the European Commission. The decisions made by the European Parliament have a significant impact on a wide range of issues affecting the EU and its member states, making it a key player in European politics and policymaking.
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Voters in all the 27 countries that make up the European Union are heading to polls in June to choose their representatives in the European Parliament.
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Matthias Ecke, a European parliamentarian for Olaf Scholz’s SPD, was set upon while putting up EU election posters in Dresden
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Call follows European Commission chief’s declaration she is open to a deal with the right-wing ECR group.
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Against a backdrop of alternative global trade channels, food insecurity, and a stagnant EU economy, sanctions against Russia need to be more strategic and fair to legitimate businesses.
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A flurry of arrests this week reflect the continent’s newly toughened response to Beijing’s espionage activities and political meddling.
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At EU summit in March, German and Austrian chancellors criticized Josep Borrell privately while publicly agreeing to calling for a cease-fire.
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Pro-Kremlin website spread propaganda and “paid” European politicians, top European officials said.
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Social media giants will have to tool up to stop deepfakes and disinformation from going viral.
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Christine Harmon is the wife of NFL safety Duron Harmon. She plans high-end children's parties for NFL families and other wealthy clients.
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The European Union announced a €7.4 funding package and an upgraded relationship with Egypt on Sunday, part of a push to stem migrant flows to Europe criticised by rights groups.
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The relationship between a powerful German MEP and a Dutch businessman blurred the lines between public service and private gain.
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Country becomes first in world to explicitly guarantee abortion as a constitutional right as Macron seals amendment.
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Ksenia Karelina faces life in prison over what husband says stems from charity donation – and he’s calling on the US to help
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Ursula von der Leyen announces her candidacy for a second term as European Commission president.
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EU member states unanimously endorse the EU AI Act, the first comprehensive legal framework on AI worldwide.
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French farmers block highways and ports, demanding easing of environmental rules and protection from rising costs and cheap imports.
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EU leaders reached an agreement to create a 50 billion euro fund for Ukraine, with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban being the primary obstacle to the deal.
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Far-right and populist parties are forecasted to gain seats in the European Parliament, potentially becoming the third-largest political group.
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Business groups could face penalties for overzealous lobbying on the EU’s new rules to ditch throwaway packaging for reusable options.
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The European Parliament adopted a resolution calling for a permanent cease-fire in Israel's war against Hamas, conditional on the release of hostages and the demilitarization of Gaza.