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Hoekstra warns Trump policy is a 'major blow' to climate efforts
The US retreat from climate commitments under the Trump administration will have “significant consequences” for the planet, European Commissioner for Climate Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews at The Europe Conversation.
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'I hope the British public see how practical it is,' EU Trade Commissioner says about EU-UK deal
In an interview with Euronews, Maros Šefčovič says a very important step has been taken towards a new chapter in bilateral relations.
UNRWA chief fears Gaza may stop being ‘a land for Palestinians’
Philippe Lazzarini tells Euronews Israeli plans for Gaza are ‘dystopian’ after Netanyahu declares intention to control the entirety of the Palestinian territory.
‘EU needs to take decisions to defend multi-lateral order’ Eurogroup president tells Euronews
Irish Finance Minister and Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe believes that the institutions that emerged after World War II are being challenged by the United States. In an exclusive interview with Euronews, he warned that history shows that "progress can decline".
‘I'm very worried about the coarseness of language,’ Irish PM tells Euronews
In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin shares his concerns about Hungary’s position within the EU, the deterioration of public discourse, and the future of Ukraine’s membership to the bloc.
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'Our position is very clear. It's a Russian war against Ukraine,' says Simion
In an Euronews and Euronews Romania exclusive, the AUR party leader, who won the first round of the Romanian presidential election repeat on Sunday, said Russia is waging war on Ukraine, but that Ukraine must respect international treaties and the rights of national minorities.
'I want Romania to maintain its pro-Western direction,' presidential hopeful Dan says
In a joint interview with Euronews and Euronews Romania, Dan, who came in second on Sunday's vote count, maintained his strongly pro-Western stances, especially on Ukraine, starkly contrasting with those of his opponent, George Simion.
Europe must plan for a post-Putin Russia, Austria's chancellor says
Euronews reporter Sandor Zsiros discussed EU-Russia relations, energy supply, migration, and populism with Austria's new centre-right chancellor in an interview at the EPP Congress in Valencia.
US should stay committed to Europe, Croatia's PM Andrej Plenković says
In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Croatian prime minister stated that US support for Europe must remain steadfast amid political instability during the second Trump administration.
EPP's Weber calls for European leadership as US abdicates global role
The president of the EU's leading centre-right party told Euronews it is time for Europe to step up.
Frontex chief Hans Leijtens vows to change organisation’s culture within three years
Executive Director of Frontex says he wishes Greece would comply with its international obligations when it comes to ensuring the safety of vulnerable refugees and migrants making their way to Europe often on non-seaworthy vessels.
NATO must show strength, but only US can halt Putin, Duda says
In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Polish President Andrzej Duda stressed that deterrence, not fear, is NATO's best defence strategy.
US instability opens door for European innovation - European patent chief
The EU has been struggling with a loss of productivity and slump in growth for almost two decades, while its competitors China and the US have surged ahead, taking the lead in innovation and retaining key industries.
'We are against any form of hatred, no matter what manifestation it takes,' Al-Issa says
Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary General of the Muslim World League, in an interview with Euronews, discusses a wide range of religious and political issues of shared concern between Europe and the Islamic world.
Dutch government faces 'difficult' defence spending talks, minister says
The Netherlands is preparing itself for "difficult" conversations about potentially doubling its spending on defence over the coming years, Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans has told Euronews.
We believe in free trade, Iceland PM Frostadóttir says
In an interview with Euronews, Iceland’s Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir reaffirmed her commitment to free trade by rejecting counter-tariffs against the US, despite rising global trade tensions and concerns about spillover effects on Iceland’s relationship with the EU.
North Macedonia opts to align with US as 'strategic partner' - Foreign minister
North Macedonia is prioritising its partnership with the United States while continuing to seek EU membership, foreign affairs minister Timčo Mucunski tells Euronews' The Europe Conversation.
Canada 'leading the charge' against Trump's tariffs - Foreign Minister Joly
Canada is prepared to retaliate and lead the charge against the United States in an emerging trade war and wants Europe and the rest of the world on board, Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly tells Euronews in an exclusive interview.
EU digital rules are fair, because they apply to everybody, says Henna Virkkunen
The European Commissioner Vice-President for Technology denies that EU digital rules run counter to freedom of speech. In an interview with Euronews, she said these laws are just setting obligations for online platforms to assess systematic risks. "We are not regulating the content at all," she said
Dictators only understand language of 'power or strength', says Tsikhanouskaya
Belarus could be used as a launchpad for attacks on Ukraine and Western neighbours, Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya warned on The Europe Conversation.
We need to improve democracy, Lech Wałęsa says
Former Polish President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Lech Wałęsa, calls for systemic changes to safeguard democracy and avoid the rise of populist leaders.
Poland will not implement EU migration pact, says interior minister
"Poland should be prepared for all scenarios, even the most black such as an attack by Russia, but of course this does not mean that they will come true,” said Tomasz Siemoniak, Polish Minister of Internal Affairs, speaking to Euronews.
Morawiecki: No word that comes from the Kremlin should be trusted
Former Polish Prime Minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, points out in an interview with Euronews that the Russians have been able to break all the treaties they have concluded in the past. Therefore - says the politician - all agreements concluded with Russia must be supported by real force.
French EU minister: Europe needs its own weapons to truly control its security
French Minister for European Affairs, Benjamin Haddad, tells Euronews that Europe must seize this historic moment to strengthen its military independence, particularly in light of the Trump administration's decision to withdraw military aid and intelligence from Ukraine.
Ukraine is not ready to join NATO or the EU, Juncker says
Former president of the European Commission Jean Claude Juncker cautioned against Ukraine joining Nato as a form of security guarantee. Talking to Euronews for The Europe Conversation, he also said that Ukraine should be granted limited EU membership.
Trade ties with Ukraine, Mercosur can shield EU from US tariffs, says agriculture Commissioner
Strengthening trade relations with Ukraine and Mercosur countries could prove beneficial for Europe in the event of a trade war with the United States, EU Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen told Euronews.
Lithuanian defense minister urges Europe to be 'armed to the teeth' amid US-Russia talks
Lithuanian Defence Minister Dovilė Sakalienė says Europe needs to be "armed to the teeth" now that the US is pivoting away from its traditional transatlantic alliance. She explained to Euronews how her family was exiled in Siberia by the Soviet Union. And why Europe needs to defend itself.
'Trump's 'chaotic' relations with allies is exactly what Putin wants' - analysts
Two experts have told Euronews that Trump's bellicose rhetoric towards America's allies is playing to Russia's advantage. Aiming to do deals on trade deficits and raw materials in exchange for continued military support is the best policy given the circumstances Europe faces.
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze hopes Trump’s US will restore relations
Irakli Kobakhidze is optimistic that a strategic partnership with the US and Georgia suspended under the Biden regime can be restored under the presidency of Donald Trump, the Georgian Prime Minister has told Euronews’ in an exclusive interview.
EU holds cards when negotiating with Trump on tariffs, says ex-WTO chief Lamy
There's a range of options for the EU to open trans-Atlantic negotiations to persuade US President Donald Trump not to slap harmful tariffs on EU goods, the former EU trade commissioner and WTO chief told Euronews.
Spanish Foreign minister assesses Middle East situation with Euronews
"Gaza belongs to the Palestinian and the people living in Gaza," Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares told Euronews in an exclusive interview following recent remarks by US President Donald Trump suggesting neighbouring countries should take in Palestinians.
EU should engage with Trump 'without anxiety,' says António Costa
"The United States will defend its interests, and Europe will defend its own interests – that is part of international relations," António Costa, the president of the European Council, told Euronews in an exclusive wide-ranging interview.
Can EU revitalize its stalled enlargement processes?
Enlargement is often referred to as the EU’s most effective foreign policy, but since its biggest wave of new members joined in 2004, the process has largely stalled.
Ending Russia's war in Ukraine this year is possible, says Stoltenberg
The former NATO secretary general and the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine outlined to Euronews ways to reach a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Focus on EU single market to boost competitiveness, says Kristalina Georgieva
Three things are holding Europe back: the absence of a capital markets union, investments not going to the most productive firms and energy costs, the managing director of the IMF told Euronews.
Finnish foreign minister: Greenland covered by NATO security rules
Finland's foreign minister Elina Valtonen says Greenland is protected by Article 5 of NATO.
The EU must stand up to 'belligerence' from incoming Trump administration - analysts
Two experts have told Euronews that the EU must ready itself to stand firm in the face of belligerence from an incoming Donald Trump regime.
Bernard Phelan recounts harrowing experiences as state hostage in Iran
Held hostage in Iran for over 220 days, Bernard Phelan endured harsh conditions and witnessed executions, ultimately being released in May 2023 after diplomatic efforts.
'Temporary solution for Ukraine might look like East and West Germany', says Klaus Welle
The former Director General of the European Parliament, Klaus Welle, thinks that a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia is the most likely short-term solution to the war in Ukraine.
'If we wish for peace, we have to prepare for war', says Finnish MP for Arctic Circle
Two years ago, Finland was a non-aligned, militarily neutral country.
Pro-EU protests in Georgia were not peaceful, says foreign minister
In an exclusive interview with Euronews in Budapest, Georgia's new Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili questioned whether the protests by pro-EU groups in her country could truly be described as "peaceful".
Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović touts Nato membership for Ukraine
President of Montenegro said he 'believes every nation has its right to choose its future' and that Ukraine would eventually become a NATO member.
'Shocking' levels of democratic backsliding across Europe - ex-Justice Commissioner Jourová
Outgoing Vice President of the European Commission Věra Jourová told The Europe Conversation its “shocking” how some EU countries are replicating illiberal laws of others.
NATO cyber expert says Russian interference growing across Europe
Recent interference in undersea cables in Germany, Sweden, Finland and Lithuania an example of growing cyber and hybrid interference by Russia, says NATO expert.
Former EU Commission president says Putin told him of his intentions
Former EU Commission José Manuel Barroso said Putin told him he didn't want Ukraine to exist as an independent state. He said he told him his goals during the twenty five meetings he had with him during his tenure.