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Venice Commission Updates Rule of Law Checklist for European Parliament
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 29, 2026 – The European Commission for Democracy through Law, commonly known as the Venice Commission, has formally presented its updated Rule of Law Checklist…
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MEPs back Syrian-Led transition, urge EU support
MEPs have voted to support a Syrian-led “fair” political transition to unite and rebuild Syria. Concerned about stability in Syria…
EU “regrets” US tariffs, unveils €26B response to protect businesses
The EU Commission says it “regrets” the US decision to impose tariffs against European companies. The EC has branded the…
Rolls-Royce to provide emergency power for EU Commission
Luxembourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC reported that it has signed an agreement with the European Commission to…
Commissioner Mînzatu on abortion rights: “We need to be together in this fight”
Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – After the MEPs debate on Women’s rights, Executive Vice President and Commissioner for Social Rights…
EU Parliament debates how to send back rejected migrants more efficiently
Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – MEPs debated a new legal framework on migrant returns. The Commission’s proposal would increase the…
MEPs debate the future of European Defence. Von der Leyen: “We really need to step up”
Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Parliament hosted a joint debate on the future of European defence and support…
EU chief Von der Leyen calls for ‘Surge’ in EU defence spending
Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for a "surge" in European defence expenditures,…
EU finance ministers to discuss new defence funding plan
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union member nation’s finance ministers will discuss on March 10, 2025, how to pay…