European Union

Eutelsat still broadcasts EU-sanctioned Russian TV & radio, Proton CEO, DG RTD’s irrelevance

In today's edition of The Capitals, read about Musk's feuds with Italian President Mattarella and Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski, Sánchez's statement that "Spain must defend Europe" to help reduce strategic dependence on the US, and so much more.

The future of European industry and EU’s competitiveness hinges on the successful transition of power sector and affordable energy prices. Cutting red tape, simplification or PPAs should be backed by solid finance instruments dedicated to deliver security of heat and power supply – says Dariusz Marzec, CEO of PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna S.A.

"Eutelsat should decide whether to make money with Putin or with the EU," says telecoms expert and Strand Consult CEO John Strand.

EU leaders managed to parry Hungary’s attempt to derail their Ukraine summit last week, but diplomats are now bracing for a bare-knuckled brawl over Russia sanctions this week.

How far will Trump go to force Europeans to grow up? In the meantime, can the Europeans rely on America? Are the Americans Europe’s friend or foe?

The preliminary policy agreement that will form the basis for coalition talks was "no mean feat", said Friedrich Merz.

Strategic overlaps of commission portfolios, and, in this case, funds, serve to consolidate von der Leyen's power.

The film industry has launched a coordinated lobbying attempt to ensure streaming platforms can continue to make content available in some EU countries but not others.

"Europe needs to realise is that there is no difference between tech sovereignty and actual sovereignty," said Andy Yen.

Ukraine has become the world's largest arms importer, but European NATO members are also buying significantly more from the US.

The regular security discussions will give the EU a broader look at possible threats, but the frequency of the sessions would "depend on the urgency of the situation", according to von der Leyen.

Just three months into António Costa's term, EU leaders are moaning like they did under Charles Michel.

Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats and the SPD have struck a preliminary deal, Merz told reporters on Saturday.

For the Commission, gender equality isn’t just a moral imperative, it's an economic one.

Poland's trust in science is growing, but medical conspiracy theories continue to gain traction, according to new EU data.

US tariffs could significantly disrupt Europe's pharmaceutical sector, burdening insurers and consumers, according to Greek health economists.

EU leaders' pledge to ramp up military spending this week is historically unprecedented – but it also raises concerns about the bloc's economic and political future.

Opening up the legislation that protects more species and habitats may have wider implications.

Poland's prime minister announces plans to offer military training to every Polish man, and women too, in speech to parliament in Warsaw.