Macron is asking Brussels for an EU-wide social media ban for under-15s after France’s Constitutional Council blocked a national law.
The EU cancelled a planned defense expert group after German and Italian objections, delaying a policy signal watched by defense-sector investors.
Putin told Pashinyan that Armenia’s move toward EU membership would effectively mean leaving the EAEU, sharpening a dispute over the country’s economic alignment.
The US Senate approved a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russia’s energy sector and officials, receiving praise from EU and Ukrainian leaders amid ongoing conflict tensions.
Greece has sharply increased Schengen visa denials for Russian travelers, with refusal rates up to 70%, disrupting tourism amid tightened EU visa rules.
Germany defends the International Criminal Court amid a US campaign to limit its jurisdiction, with the EU rejecting claims that the ICC threatens US sovereignty.
The EU Commission has recommended revoking €2M funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, citing breaches of democratic values and EU sanctions.
France and Italy express reservations over the EU's proposed entry ban on Russian combatants, fearing it may unintentionally impact all Russian travelers amid the 21st sanctions package.
The EU plans to restrict Microsoft, Google, and Amazon from bidding on government cloud tenders in strategic sectors to reduce dependence on U.S. tech firms.
The EU delays appointing a negotiator for talks with Russia, focusing first on clarifying goals and increasing sanctions pressure amid the Ukraine conflict.
The EU and Mexico have signed a major trade agreement eliminating most tariffs and easing trade barriers, aiming to boost exports, investments, and sector rotation by 2030.
Poland has secured a €43.7 billion EU loan to modernize its military under the SAFE program, despite presidential veto and concerns over long-term repayment.
US President Trump delays 25% tariff hike on EU auto imports until July 4 amid progress in trade talks with the European Commission.
Pussy Riot and Femen protested at the Russian pavilion during the Venice Biennale, highlighting political tensions amid ongoing scrutiny of Russian market activities.
The EU and Mercosur launched a provisional free trade zone impacting automotive, machinery, and pharmaceuticals, with key regulatory hurdles and environmental concerns pending resolution.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Madjar will meet with the European Commission to negotiate the release of billions in EU funds frozen under the previous government.
Lufthansa will cancel 20,000 flights from June to October 2026 to save over 40,000 tons of jet fuel amid rising energy costs and Middle East instability.
France and Poland launch a joint military satellite project to enhance EU defense autonomy and reduce dependence on non-European communication systems by 2030.