EU launches case against Poland over ‘Russian influence’ panel
The European Commission on Wednesday (7 June) launched legal action against Poland over its creation of a controversial body probing “
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Russian propaganda targets Czechia, emulates Slovak success
Czech secret services have warned government policymakers that Russian propaganda will use the resources and practices that have been successful in Slovakia and begin to focus more on Czechia in the coming months. The increased interest in Russian trolls is…
Spain’s ruling PSOE unveils top candidate as time for alliances runs short
The socialist PSOE party unveiled the names of two of the progressive formation’s top candidates to accompany party leader and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchz ahead of the general election due on 23 July, while left parties Sumar and Unidas Podemos…
Bulgaria to sue Gazprom over suspended gas supplies
The Capitals brings you the latest news from across Europe, through on-the-ground reporting by EURACTIV’s media network. You can subscribe to the newsletter here. The European news you deserve to read. Welcome to The Capitals by EURACTIV. Today’s edition is…
5 Takeaways From Mike Pence’s CNN Town Hall
Donald Trump’s former vice president sought to draw a contrast with his old boss while also embracing the actions of their administration. Give this article Former Vice President Mike Pence at his campaign announcement on Wednesday in Iowa. Former Vice…
The “BlackRock exemption” has no place in the EU’s due diligence directive
Protesters at the Youth Led Climate Strike. (Photo: Peg Hunter) Today (8 June) marks the start of the trilogues to finalise the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The CSDDD is Europe’s attempt to compel EU-based companies to prevent,…
Jay Johnston, ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Actor, Is Arrested on Jan. 6 Charges
The actor was banned from the animated sitcom in 2021 after he was accused of participating in the Capitol riot. Give this article An image from Jan. 6, 20
Comer Cancels Wray Contempt Vote as F.B.I. Agrees to Share Document on Biden
The Oversight Committee chairman canceled a vote to begin contempt proceedings against the F.B.I. leader after he agreed to more widely distribute a document on a claim against President Biden. Give this article The decision was a rare dialing back…
Slovak PM’s EU advisor has three ideas for the European Political Community
The Slovakian prime minister’s European Union advisor Ľubica Karvašová believes that new opportunities must be embraced to ensure that Europe will shape its own future. She writes that the European Political Community, which met last week in Moldova, could fill…
With Migrant Flights, Ron DeSantis Shows Stoking Outrage Is the Point
The flights to California illustrate the broader bet Gov. Ron DeSantis has made that the animating energy in the G.O.P. has shifted from conservatism to confrontationalism. Give this article Gov. Ron DeSantis’s campaign and its allies see fighting the left…