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In Brussels, the European elections started earlier this year. But it was practically only here, in the capital of the European Institutions, that this was noticed. In the member states few are aware of the various movements taking place, with the exception of those who want to be part of the lists and of those who decide who is in and who stays out.

Dear readers, Welcome to EU Politics Decoded where Benjamin Fox and Eleonora Vasques bring you a round-up of the latest political news in Europe and beyond every Thursday. In this edition, we explain how the uses of the Temporary Protection...

The Council of Europe’s (CoE) annual report on the safety of journalists highlighted 'continuous backsliding' of press freedoms in both EU member states and third countries, citing violence, use of spyware, and "strategic lawsuits" against journalists as key problems.

The United Kingdom on Thursday (9 March) announced the rollout of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, with visitors from Qatar the first to use it from October.

Welcome to EURACTIV’s weekly Economy Brief. You can subscribe to the newsletter here. Teaching has become unattractive as a career in Europe. Many education graduates seek jobs in other professions, while those who teach tend to retire early, EU education ministers...

Hungary's Justice Minister said on 8 March that Budapest would fight in the Court of Justice of the EU to defend an education law that Brussels says discriminates against people on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.

The European Commission is targeting European industrial leadership in a Net Zero world. But a crucial legislative proposal neglects innovation – the ultimate driver of competitiveness. Europe’s recent ocean energy experiences make clear that a focus on innovation and tech scale-up is critical to realise Europe’s global ambitions.

The Netherlands plans to introduce new export controls on chip-making technology following a deal struck with the US and Japan earlier this year aimed at curbing supplies to China. 

With a freshly revamped EU regulatory framework and some of the most exciting technologies, the medical devices and diagnostics sector is on the verge of unlocking the potential of a more patient-oriented approach to health.

The revolutionary EU health data space has been hailed as the dawn of a new era for medical devices but its proper implementation presents the sector with some challenges on regulatory aspects and on confidentiality of business information.

Kazakhstan has emerged after the 24 February 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine as an influential player in the region, taking a more assertive stance in its relations with both Moscow and the West, writes Thomas Matussek.

Europe is emerging from its second-warmest winter on record, European Union scientists said on Wednesday (8 March), as climate change continues to intensify.

Georgia's ruling party said on Thursday (9 March) it was dropping a bill on "foreign agents" after two nights of violent protests against it amid criticism the draft was inspired by a Russian law and represented an authoritarian shift.

US President Joe Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are expected to agree on Friday to begin negotiations on ensuring free-trade agreement-like status for the European Union, two sources familiar with the plans said on Wednesday (8 March).

Billions of dollars in clean energy incentives are poised to speed investment on American soil while putting the European Union's energy transition at risk by luring away money and talent, executives said this week at a US energy conference.

In today's edition of the Capitals, find out more about Ukrainian refugees in Poland no longer benefiting from free accommodation, Macron wanting the French Constitution to include the right to abortion, and so much more.

The UN warned on 8 March that a Taliban crackdown on women's rights is likely to lead to a drop in aid in the country, where women fear being cut from public life as much as violent death.

Greek railway workers had warned for years the Greek government about the increased possibility of a train accident. But these warnings were denounced as “groundless” by ministers who even replied ironically, according to new videos published on social media.

This week on the Beyond the Byline podcast we are looking at the train collision in Tempe, Greece, in which 57 passengers lost their lives. We also look at the impact of the crash on the upcoming elections and reactions...

The Lithuanian government wants the parliament to pass a separate law restricting travel of Russian and Belarusian citizens, something which is now imposed under a state of emergency resolution that needs to be periodically extended. The cabinet is asking the...