Europe Today

Metsola: Australia, New Zealand could be next EU 'associated members'

Metsola tells Euronews pitch for “associate membership” with Canada will strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries and incite new ones.

17 September 2026

Europe News

Mark Carney's speech in the EU Parliament as it happened

"Canada and Europe are stronger together," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in his address to the European Parliament.

17 September 2026

Europe Today

EU-Canada alliance draws Trump’s ire

Good morning. This is Vincenzo Genovese writing from the corridors of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, which are slowly filling up ahead of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s highly-anticipated speech at 11.30.

17 September 2026

The Ring

Debating Ursula von der Leyen's speech on The Ring

After Ursula von der Leyen's address, the debate: MEPs Li Andersson and Lukas Mandl deconstruct the EU Commission president's speech in a special edition of The Ring.

16 September 2026

Europe Today

Strasbourg stage set for von der Leyen’s big moment

Good morning. This is Luca Bertuzzi holding the pen in sun-drenched Strasbourg, where the European Parliament is abuzz ahead of Ursula von der Leyen's long-awaited State of the European Union speech.

16 September 2026

Europe News

Canada, heatwaves and Ceuta: Von der Leyen delivers State of the Union

Ursula von der Leyen has delivered her landmark State of the Union speech and unveiled a host of initiatives, including a European heatwave plan and "associate membership" status for Canada.

16 September 2026

Europe News

‘Do you know where Ceuta is?’: EU Parliament erupts over migration

The European People’s Party and Socialists clashed in a heated European Parliament debate, with shouting and mutual accusations exposing deepening divisions over migration within the coalition backing Ursula von der Leyen.

15 September 2026

Europe News

EU institutions face budget cuts as member states scramble for money

The money allocated for the EU institutions is emerging as a target for cuts in ongoing budgetary discussions, according to a confidential document seen by Euronews.

15 September 2026

Europe News

EU's largest political group doesn't want confrontation with China

The EU's most influential political family is drafting a paper urging tougher use of trade leverage with China, while maintaining dialogue and avoiding a trade escalation.

11 September 2026

Europe News

Brussels prepares post-2030 renewable overhaul

The European Commission’s renewable push comes as the EU co-legislators, the European Parliament and the Council, are working to tackle one of the biggest bottlenecks to new clean-power projects — the electrical grids.

10 September 2026

Europe News

MEPs push to finance Ukraine defence through Russian frozen assets

A letter signed by 122 EU lawmakers from across the political spectrum calls for the controversial debate over immobilised assets to be reopened, as Ukraine faces a budget crunch.

10 September 2026

Europe News

EU Parliament will debate Ceuta crisis amid backlash

The EPP and other right-wing groups are pushing for a resolution that would criticise Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and call for a tougher migration policy, while the Socialists and Democrats are expected to defend Spain and call for greater European solidarity.

9 September 2026

Europe News

Germany's far-right surge rattles Europe's political foundations

AfD's landslide win in Saxony-Anhalt could be the prelude to far-right forces governing alone across Europe. Germany's 'grand coalition' model, and the centrist alliance underpinning EU politics, are starting to crack.

7 September 2026

Europe News

Exclusive: MEPs on track to end article 7 against Hungary

MEPs are on course to end the long-standing measure, which was introduced over alleged violations of EU values under Viktor Orbán’s government. A mission to Hungary in October would assess the progress of Péter Magyar’s administration, with a final decision expected in early 2027.

7 September 2026

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AI-powered robots showcased at European Parliament in Brussels

AI-powered robots demonstrate delivery, factory and household tasks at a robotics showcase in Brussels, highlighting advances in artificial intelligence.

3 September 2026

The Ring

The surge of the far-right - who is to blame? MEPs clash in The Ring

All eyes are on the election in the small east German state of Saxony-Anhalt. A potential absolute majority for the far-right there could shake up German politics and rattle Europe. The beginning of a new crisis?

2 September 2026

Europe News

Carney to address European Parliament as Canada pivots away from Trump

The visit comes as trade tensions between Ottawa and Washington escalate, with Canada accusing the US of attacking its sovereignty.

26 August 2026

Europe News

EU's centrist coalition projected to fall short of a majority

A new Europe Elects projection suggests Europe’s mainstream parties could lose their EU-level majority, reflecting the growing strength of right-wing and populist forces.

12 August 2026

Europe News

Why MEPs speak to TikTok instead of Parliament

Starting in September, new rules will reshape debates in the hemicycle, with one goal: keep MEPs in their seats and turn a succession of social media clips into genuine political exchanges.

12 August 2026

Europe News

Metsola's re-election drive puts Socialists under pressure

The European People’s Party is set to bank on a third mandate for the Maltese leader, who is popular among MEPs. This is a concern for the S&D group, which claims to be entitled to the presidency according to an informal agreement among centrist political forces.

7 August 2026