European Union

The Danish government is presenting a new security package today that among other measures foresees a massive increase in the number of CCTV cameras in public spaces. The country's press is firmly against increased surveillance.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is meeting his Irish counterpart Leo Varadkar today, Thursday, to discuss the possibilities for Brexit with a deal. But in view of the British parliament and Johnson's opposition to a backstop and Ireland and the EU's determination to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland, the chances of the two leaders reaching an agreement are not rated as high. The press is at odds over who is to blame.

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, the effects will be felt by people and companies across Europe. The EU has adopted measures to mitigate the impact of a disorderly withdrawal.

Source : © European Union, 2019 - EP

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, the effects will be felt by people and companies across Europe. The EU has adopted measures to mitigate the impact of a disorderly withdrawal.

Source : © European Union, 2019 - EP

Find key figures about the EU’s trade with the world in our infographic: exports, imports, number of related jobs in the EU and more.

Source : © European Union, 2019 - EP

Find key figures about the EU’s trade with the world in our infographic: exports, imports, number of related jobs in the EU and more.

Source : © European Union, 2019 - EP

The EU issued a declaration in light of Turkish military operation in north-east Syria, reaffirming that a sustainable solution to the Syrian conflict cannot be achieved military.

President Donald Tusk delivered the opening keynote speech at the session "Reinventing Democracy" of the Athens Democracy Forum.

The Eurogroup gave its support to the candidacy of Fabio Panetta for the position of the new member of the ECB's executive board.

On the European and World Day against the Death Penalty, the EU and the Council of Europe reiterate their strong opposition to the death penalty at all times and in all circumstances. They recall that the death penalty means revenge, not justice, and its abolition contributes to the enhancement of human dignity.

The EU has told Turkey to stop its attack on Syria, but Trump seems to be less worried about the 12,000 Isis fighters walking free, saying "they will be escaping to Europe".