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France for the first time granted asylum to a Russian who escaped from mobilization

The French National Asylum Court (CNDA) for the first time decided to grant asylum to a Russian citizen who was threatened by mobilization in his homeland, writes "Kommersant". The Russian, whose name has not been...

Invitation to attend 2024 LUX European Audience Film Award Ceremony on 16 April | News

The upcoming ceremony in the European Parliament will bring together MEPs, filmmakers, and citizens to celebrate the winning film selected by both MEPs and the audience. If you wish to attend the ceremony, please...

First green light to new bill on firms’ impact on human rights and environment | News

MEPs on the Legal Affairs Committee adopted with 20 votes for, 4 against and no abstentions new, so-called “due diligence” rules, obliging firms to alleviate the adverse impact their activities have on human...

The Romanian Church creates a structure “Romanian Orthodox Church in Ukraine”

The Romanian Church decided to establish its jurisdiction on the territory of Ukraine, intended for the Romanian minority there.

Parliament backs tighter EU rules for toy safety

Ban on the most harmful chemicals such as endocrine disruptors Smart toys to comply with safety, security and privacy standards by design In 2022, toys topped the list of dangerous products alerts in the EU, comprising...

Human rights breaches in Afghanistan and Venezuela

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted two resolutions on the respect for human rights in Afghanistan and Venezuela.

Court of Auditors: European Parliament endorses new Italian member | News

The appointment of Mr Manfredi Selvaggi was supported by members in a secret ballot, with 316 votes in favour, 186 against and 31 abstentions. The final decision on his appointment will be taken by...

The first car with Russian license plates was confiscated in Lithuania

Lithuanian customs has seized the first car with Russian license plates, the agency's press service announced on Tuesday, AFP reported. The detention took place a day ago at the Miadinki checkpoint. A citizen of Moldova...

Deal on making firearms import and export more transparent to fight trafficking

The revised regulation aims to make import and export of firearms in the EU more transparent and more traceable, reducing the risk of trafficking. Under the updated and more harmonised rules, all imports and...

EP TODAY | News | European Parliament

Immediate risk of mass starvation in Gaza and attacks on humanitarian aid deliveries In a resolution put to a vote at midday, MEPs denounce the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, including the risk...

MEPs agree to extend trade support for Moldova, continue work on Ukraine | News

Parliament voted with 347 votes in favour, 117 against and 99 abstentions to amend the Commission’s proposal to suspend import duties and quotas on Ukrainian agricultural exports to the EU for another year,...

Legal migration: MEPs endorse beefed-up single residence and work permit rules

The European Parliament backed today more effective EU rules for combined work and residence permits for third-country nationals. The update of the Single permit directive, adopted in 2011, which established a single administrative procedure for delivering...

Euro 7: Parliament adopts measures to reduce road transport emissions | News

With 297 votes in favour, 190 against and 37 abstentions, Parliament adopted the deal reached with the Council on the Euro 7 regulation (type-approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles). Vehicles will need...

Media Freedom Act: a new bill to protect EU journalists and press freedom | News

Under the new law, adopted by 464 votes in favour to 92 against and 65 abstentions, member states will be obliged to protect media independence and all forms of interventions in editorial decisions...

MEPs call for tougher EU rules to reduce textiles and food waste | News

MEPs adopted their first reading position on the proposed revision of the Waste Framework with 514 votes in favour, 20 against and 91 abstentions. Tougher objectives to cut down food waste They propose higher binding...

Parliament adopts its position on major reform of EU Customs Code | News

The EU Customs Code needs a thorough revamp due to the exponential growth of e-commerce and many new product standards, bans, obligations and sanctions the EU has put in place in recent years....

Legal migration: MEPs endorse beefed-up single residence and work permit rules | News

The update of the Single permit directive, adopted in 2011, which established a single administrative procedure for delivering a permit to third-country nationals wishing to live and work in an EU country, and...

Parliament backs tighter EU rules for toy safety | News

On Wednesday, Parliament approved its position on revamped EU rules on toy safety with 603 votes in favour, 5 against and 15 abstentions. The text responds to a number of new challenges, mainly...

Petteri Orpo: “We need a resilient, competitive and secure Europe” | News

In his “This is Europe” address to the European Parliament, Prime of Minister of Finland Petteri Orpo focussed on three key factors for the coming years. First, strategic competitiveness, which is important as...

Artificial Intelligence Act: MEPs adopt landmark law | News

The regulation, agreed in negotiations with member states in December 2023, was endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions. It aims to protect fundamental rights, democracy, the rule...

EP TODAY | News | European Parliament

Vote on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act Following yesterday’s debate, at noon MEPs are set to adopt the Artificial Intelligence Act, which aims to ensure that AI is trustworthy, safe and respects EU fundamental...

International Women’s Day: Give girls role models to overcome obstacles | News

President Metsola thanked the players for shattering stereotypes and showing that gender does not have to hinder the road to success. However, inequality in sport persists in media coverage, sponsorship and pay, she...

Why diversifying trade is the only answer to wartime food security

The argument is often made about food, as well as about dozens of other “strategic goods”, that we must be self-sufficient in the face of threats to peace around the world. The argument itself is...

Russian schools are instructed to study Putin’s interview with Tucker Carlson

President Vladimir Putin's interview with American journalist Tucker Carson will be studied in Russian schools. The relevant materials are published on the portal for educational programs recommended by the Ministry of Education of Russia,...

Evaluating the EU’s Position and Challenges Ahead for the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference

As the World Trade Organization (WTO) gears up for its 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13), the European Union (EU)'s stance and proposals have emerged as pivotal talking points. The EU's vision, while ambitious, also opens...
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