The EU executive is simplifying environmental laws to "reduce administrative burden" on industry, but environmental groups argue that the decision is a reprieve for polluters. The European Commission ...

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Friday indefinitely froze Russia’s assets in Europe to ensure that Hungary and Slovakia, both with Moscow-friendly governments, can’t prevent the billions of ...

The remaining 10% of emissions will need to be compensated for by using low-carbon steel 'Made in the EU' or sustainable fuels. The EU executive revoked the 2035 ban on the sale of new cars and vans ...

France has urged the European Union to postpone a vote on a trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur, saying conditions are not yet in place for an agreement. In a statement from Prime ...

Italy, France and Poland object to pact with S American bloc Negotiations for unprecedented deal began 25 years ago Supporters say it will offset US tariffs' damage Opponents fear cheap products ...

EU had been due to end low-value parcel customs exemption in 2028 Surge in parcel imports to 4.6 bln in 2024 sparks EU pressure to act faster EU also looking into e-commerce parcel handling fee ...

Trade negotiators from India and the European Union are no longer optimistic they can finalize a trade agreement by the end of the year, with talks stuck on a few key issues like steel and automobiles ...

The decision is a significant step towards using the cash to aid Ukraine’s defence – but Moscow is threatening to retaliate The EU has agreed to indefinitely freeze Russia’s sovereign assets in the ...

A customs agent controls packages from China at Bierset airport in Liege, Belgium, September 15, 2025. All small parcels imported into the European Union will be subject to a €3 euro tax from July ...

European Union states have agreed to use emergency powers to bypass Hungarian far-right prime minister Viktor Orban’s ability to veto the renewal of economic sanctions on Russia. The move is a key ...

The European Union has indefinitely frozen hundreds of billions of Russian funds held in Europe to help Ukraine defend itself against Moscow. The bloc’s governments agreed on Friday to immobilise 210 ...

EU states will still have veto rights over the final decision about Ukraine's membership, but for the time being Ukraine will move ahead with the necessary reforms in ...