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Parliament considers Georgia to be a victim of state capture

4 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

After decades of democratic reforms, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) now characterise Georgia as a victim of state capture and have reiterated their calls for new parliamentary elections in the country.
MEPs say there is an urgent need to deepen reforms in Albania

4 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

The Foreign Affairs Committee has recognised Albania’s strong commitment to European Union (EU) accession in a report adopted on Wednesday. Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) highlighted Albania’s broad political consensus and substantial public support for EU membership, as well as its complete alignment with the EU’s foreign and security policies. The report was approved with 57 votes in favour, 11 against, and six abstentions.
Parliament adopts first EU rules for the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats

5 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

On Tuesday, the Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament approved a significant position regarding EU standards for the breeding, housing, and handling of cats and dogs. This initiative introduces the first EU regulations focused on the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats, with a vote resulting in 35 in favour, two against, and nine abstentions.
Far-right leader Geert Wilders leads the ruling coalition to collapse

5 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

Geert Wilders, the leader of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), a member of the Patriots for Europe (PfE) group in the European Parliament, has withdrawn his support for the government led by Prime Minister Dick Schoof. This decision follows significant disagreements with coalition partners concerning immigration and asylum policies, which may lead to new elections in the coming weeks unless a minority government is established.
Sweden increased inspections to counter Russian shadow fleet in the Baltic Sea

6 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

Swedish authorities have enhanced inspections of foreign vessels operating in the Baltic Sea since Sunday, a response aimed at addressing the threats posed by Russia’s shadow fleet. This increased oversight is made possible by the recent implementation of new regulations. The Swedish Coast Guard and the Maritime Administration are now tasked with collecting information regarding the insurance status of ships that transit through Sweden’s territorial waters or economic zone.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan attends B9 Vilnius summit in his first foreign trip as head of state

6 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

On 2 June, leaders from the Bucharest 9 (B9) Format and Nordic countries convened in Vilnius alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This meeting occurred within an increasingly tense security environment shaped by Russia’s ongoing aggression towards Ukraine. Notably, it marked the inaugural foreign trip for Romania’s newly elected President, Nicușor Dan.
An anti-EU candidate won Poland's presidential election

6 days ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

In one of the most critical presidential election in post-communist Poland, a candidate inspired and supported by Donald Trump and aligned with Vladimir Putin’s views on Ukraine narrowly won. In a highly polarised environment, the turnout was 71.31%, according to the electoral commission, a record for the second round of a presidential election.
Hungary's authoritarian regime bans LGBTI march of 1 June

1 week ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

In a notable act of authoritarian overreach, the Budapest police have banned this year’s LGBTQI march planned for 1 June, marking the first use of Hungary’s new Kremlin-inspired “anti-Pride” law to impede a peaceful demonstration. Indeed, the Hungarian law is very similar to the 2013 Russian anti-LGBTQ law.
Trzaskowski supports Ukraine's admission to NATO and the EU

1 week ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

Rafał Trzaskowski, representing the Civic Coalition (KO), and Karol Nawrocki, endorsed by the Law and Justice party (PiS), are preparing for the second round of the presidential election scheduled for 1 June, Sławomir Mentzen, a pro-Kremlin candidate who secured third place in the first round with 14.81% of the vote, sent an eight-point declaration to the two candidates.
Council of Europe defends the European Court of Human Rights' independence

2 weeks ago | europeaninterest.eu | Theodoros Benakis

In response to the joint letter of nine EU member states questioning how the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) makes its decisions, Council of Europe Secretary Alain Berset defended the ECHR’s independence, highlighting that preserving its impartiality amid ongoing debates on migration is essential.