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EU seeking ways to speed up Western Balkans membership

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Ukraine moves closer to EU accession after Hungary deal

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Germany’s Merz backs Hungary’s new pro-EU course

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European Parliament committee votes to scrap US tariffs

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EU reaches deal on ‘return hubs’ for rejected asylum-seekers

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Malta’s Labour Party wins record-breaking fourth term

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Reports & Analysis

What are EU social media alternatives to Instagram, TikTok?

What are EU social media alternatives to Instagram, TikTok?

In Europe, US and Chinese social media platforms have long drawn criticism. Europe wants to go its own way — but how?Politics06/05/2026June 5, 2026

German asylum benefits cuts violate EU law, top court rules

German asylum benefits cuts violate EU law, top court rules

The ECJ has said rejected asylum-seekers must be given more than just the bare minimum. But will relief be short-lived?Politics06/04/2026June 4, 2026

EU enlargement: Who’s slowing? Who’s advancing? Who’s next?

EU enlargement: Who’s slowing? Who’s advancing? Who’s next?

Ten countries would like to join the European Union. Each are at a very different stage in the integration process. Politics06/04/2026June 4, 202604:06 min

Kushner-backed Albania resort sparks protests, EU concerns

Kushner-backed Albania resort sparks protests, EU concerns

A luxury resort linked to Trump son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has triggered protests, environmental fears and scrutiny.Politics06/04/2026June 4, 2026

Armenia’s election offers a choice between Russia and EU

Armenia’s election offers a choice between Russia and EU

The vote will test public opinion in a long-standing Russia ally where the population is increasingly eyeing the EU.Politics06/03/2026June 3, 2026

Armenia looks to EU after decades of relying on Russia

Armenia looks to EU after decades of relying on Russia

Will Vladimir Putin allow Armenia to end its dependence on Russia and form closer relations with the European Union?Politics05/31/2026May 31, 202612:45 minShow moreSkip next section In the spotlight

In the spotlight

What Hungary must do to receive EU funds frozen under Orban

Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s government must deliver on several commitments to free up over €16 billion in EU funds.Politics05/30/2026May 30, 2026

Europe’s energy problem isn’t green power — it’s storage

More battery storage could help Europe to stabilize prices and replace polluting fossil fuels, but roadblocks remain.Nature and Environment05/27/2026May 27, 2026

YouTuber in Cyprus takes direct democracy push to polls

After his surprise election to the European Parliament in 2024, Fidias Panayiotou wants to shake up Cypriot politics.Politics05/21/2026May 21, 202604:43 min

Montenegro at 20: EU ambitions and Serbian ties

After 20 years of independence from Serbia, Montenegro seeks to join the EU. But Belgrade’s influence remains strong.Politics05/20/2026May 20, 2026

EU is failing to cut pesticide use

The European Union’s pledge to halve pesticide use is stalling — even as controversial chemicals remain on sale.Nature and Environment05/20/2026May 20, 2026

Maia Sandu: Moldova committed to joining EU by 2030

Maia Sandu has received the European Order of Merit for advancing Moldova’s EU integration.Politics05/20/2026May 20, 202610:05 minAll content (10000) on this topic

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