In two reports, the European Parliament has massively criticized Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the way the EU Commission and the Council deal with Hungary. The Parliament is examining whether it will refer the release of €10.2 billion to the ECJ.
By Markus Grabitz
The dispute between the EU Commission and the tech group Intel has been dragging on for many years. Now the Commission could fail again in court.
By Redaktion Table
The political agreement on CO2 fleet limits for heavy commercial vehicles does not envisage the end of combustion engines for city buses until 2035. Trailers will be regulated for the first time in 2030. The review is due in 2027.
By Markus Grabitz
With the government reshuffle in France, Clément Beaune has lost his post as transport minister. Apparently, he now wants to focus on Brussels. President Macron has to decide between a national and a European campaign for the European elections.
By Claire Stam
The Commission is collecting opinions with a view to renewing the mandate of the European Labor Authority (ELA). The European Parliament is in favor of extended responsibilities and better staffing.
By Alina Leimbach
Anyone who violates the price cap on Russian oil must expect consequences. Specifically, the company in question is Hennesea Holdings, based in the United Arab Emirates.
By Redaktion Table
The NGO Finance Watch has published an expert guide to the EU framework for sustainable finance. It aims to help people understand the context of the complex regulations.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Chairman Christoph Heusgen hopes that the Munich Security Conference in mid-February will bring a revival of the Weimar Triangle and diplomatic initiatives for key areas of conflict.
By Michael Bröcker
After millions of plastic pellets from a freight container polluted the coast of Galicia and Asturias in Spain, MEPs are calling for a draft law to be amended. The EU Commission refers to the UN Maritime Organization.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The planned EU naval mission for the Red Sea cleared a first hurdle in Brussels this week. However, the European mission to secure maritime traffic against attacks by Yemeni Houthi rebels is not expected to start until the end of February.
By Stephan Israel
