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Parliament to evaluate new Bulgarian commissioner candidate Iliana Ivanova

The European Parliament's industry and culture committees will evaluate Iliana Ivanova as the Bulgarian commissioner-designate. Find out more here.

Europe’s Dilemma: Confronting Sudan’s Kizan Islamists

Sudan is an opportunity for the Brotherhood to expand its influence. The sanctions imposed on Sudan do not provide solutions to rein in the Brotherhood (Al-Kizan), whose movements took military dimensions by recruiting its members...

North Korea warmly welcomed the Russian delegation

Sergei Shoigu was greeted with red carpets and the Russian national anthem North Korea has rolled out the red carpet for Russia's defense minister, with representatives from Moscow and Beijing set to attend events marking...

The future of North Macedonia is in the EU, say the European Socialists

Executive Secretary General of the Party of European Socialists (PES), Giacomo Filibeck, met yesterday with the Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, Dimitar Kovacevski. Meeting in Skopje, Executive Secretary General Filibeck and the Prime Minister of North Macedonia...

Sex reassignment surgeries banned in Russia

The lower house of the Russian parliament - the State Duma - adopted on 14.07.2023 in the third, final reading a bill that would prohibit the performance of sex-change operations, reported Reuters. The bill prohibits...

Ukraine has moved the celebration of Orthodox Christmas from January 7 to December 25

The aim of the bill introduced by President Volodymyr Zelensky is to "distinguish from the Russian heritage" The Parliament of Ukraine voted yesterday to change the date of the Orthodox celebration of the Nativity of...

Zakharova addressing Bulgaria: You will sell your nuclear reactors to people who have turned to terrorist activities

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the USA aims to indirectly damage the EU's economy. The spokesperson highlights the Ukraine conflict and US influence.

European Parliament strengthens its anti-harassment policy

In January 2023, President Metsola mandated the Quaestors to work on proposals to reinforce Parliament’s anti-harassment policies. Building on the recommendations of the Quaestors, the Bureau decided on 10 July to establish a mediation...

EU ethics body, Commission’s proposal “unsatisfactory”, MEPs say

In a resolution adopted with 365 votes in favour, 270 against, and 20 abstentions, Parliament calls the ethics body draft agreement “unsatisfactory and not ambitious enough, falling short of a genuine, ethics body” as...

EU and New Zealand Sign Ambitious Free Trade Agreement, Boosting Economic Growth and Sustainability

The EU and New Zealand have signed a groundbreaking free trade agreement, promising economic growth and sustainability. This FTA eliminates tariffs, opens new markets, and prioritizes sustainability commitments. It also boosts agricultural and food trade while setting new standards for sustainability. The agreement is awaiting approval from the European Parliament, signaling a new era of economic cooperation and prosperity.

2024 Bangladesh Parliamentary Elections, Democracy is key to relations with the EU

The upcoming parliamentary elections in Bangladesh are crucial for EU-Bangladesh relations. Bangladesh's commitment to free and fair elections will determine the future of their cooperation.

Opening: 10-13 July plenary session | News

Russian invasion of Ukraine This weekend marked 500 days since the start of Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine, said President Metsola. Parliament has stood with Ukraine and its people from the start, leading the...

Jan Figel, The EU must not support a caretaker government in Bangladesh

Almost nine years ago, newly appointed EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini was being lauded for leading the world in standing up to the junta who usurped power away from the elected government in...

Sofia under blockade for Zelensky’s arrival

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will land in Sofia on a government plane. There are extraordinary security measures in the center of the capital. There are police teams stationed along "Brussels" and "Tsarigradsko shose" boulevards, from...

Humanitarian thread and secret diplomacy

By Alexander Soldatov, "Novaya Gazeta" On the occasion of the visit of the Pope's special envoy to Moscow and Kiev According to official reports, the content of Italian Cardinal Matteo Zuppi's talks in Moscow on June...

Russian President Putin Condemns Quran Burning in Stockholm, Recalling Historical Lessons

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently expressed his condemnation of the Quran burning incident in Stockholm, emphasizing Russia's strong stance against religious offenses. This article explores Putin's remarks, the legal repercussions in Russia, and the...

MEP Peter van Dalen’s Farewell to the European Parliament

MEP Peter van Dalen (Christian Union) has announced today on his website his departure from the European Parliament, concluding a remarkable tenure spanning over 14 years. Upon the request of the national executive of...

Solidarity with Ukraine must remain at the top of our agenda | News

The events in Russia have raised a number of questions relating to its internal dynamics and the fragility of their systems as well as its effects on the invasion of Ukraine and on...

European Parliament Press Kit for the European Council of 29 and 30 June 2023 | News

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola will represent the European Parliament at the summit, address the heads of state or government at 15.00 and hold a press conference after her speech. When: Press conference at...

70 years of the European Parliament celebrated at the Royal Palace

To mark the 70th anniversary of the European Parliament and in the run-up to the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union to be held in the first half of 2024, European...

Bureau adopts further decision on strengthening transparency and accountability

Today's Bureau decision will increase transparency on interest representatives’ participation in some 12 000 events held on Parliament's premises.

To rebel against injustice… Harfouch receives great support from the French Foreign Affairs Committee member at the Senat

In an extraordinary meeting organized by the “International League Against Racism and Anti-Semitism” (LICRA), and a member of the French Senate Nathalie Goulet, a number of prominent personalities met with the Leader of the...

The grandson of Leon Trotsky, the last witness to his assassination there in 1940, died in Mexico

The news was announced by the Mexican newspaper "La Hornada", referring to the statements of his family and friends on social networks Vsevolod Volkov, who is the grandson of Lev Trotsky - one of the...

The Russian Church has declared pacifism incompatible with Orthodoxy

The Russian Orthodox Church claims that pacifism is incompatible with the teachings of the Orthodox Church, as evidenced by its presence in heretical teachings. This is stated in the materials for the meeting of...

European elections 2024: Parliament proposes more seats for nine EU countries

A report approved by the EU calls for additional seats to be allocated to certain countries based on demographic changes. Find out more here.
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