The Latest Breaking News from Ursula von der Leyen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen plans to create an intelligence service using data from member states, aiming to expand its operational use and increase her influence, according to international media reports.

Ursula von der Leyen has proposed changes to her €2 trillion EU budget to empower regional authorities and protect financing for rural areas. The tweaks look to stave off a parliamentary rebellion after a week of tensions.

Top European leadership is set to skip the EU-CELAC summit on Sunday marked by tensions between the United States and Colombia. Donald Trump is also pursuing an aggressive policy on Venezuela, with Nicolás Maduro in focus. Europeans cite low attendance to cancel summit participation.

Move follows ‘escalating hybrid attacks’ by Russia and other foreign powers spreading fake articles across social media

Tunisia’s migration policy is under scrutiny two years on from a deal with the European Union intended to discourage illegal migration from the North African country, and from a "replacement theory" speech the same year by President Kais Saied on the "dangers" of black migration. A recent Amnesty International report…

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that he will join Euronews’ one-of-a-kind political event, which will take place on Tuesday, 4 November, between 2 pm and 5 pm CET and will be broadcast live on Euronews’ television and digital platforms.

EU ministers are closing in on a deal for the bloc’s 2040 climate target, with a proposed 'brake clause' offering flexibility if Europe’s forests fail to absorb enough carbon.

After an inconclusive summit, EU leaders instructed the European Commission to explore "options" to meet Ukraine's financial and military needs for next year and 2027. What could these options look like?

The EU’s enlargement process risks deepening a “brain drain” in the Western Balkans as skilled workers from newer members may migrate looking for opportunities. Experts say targeted measures must be put in place.

Four political groups, including the European People's Party, send strongly-worded letter to Ursula von der Leyen asking for changes to the budget proposal. “The Parliament cannot accept this as a basis to start negotiations”.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the EU is ready to use "all tools" in response to Chinese export controls of rare earths as industry suffers.