European Politics & Institutions

Von der Leyen’s bold move: Is Austria the fix for EU migration policy? | Radio Schuman

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's decision to assign the migration and home affairs portfolio to Austrian nominee Magnus Brunner was one of her most unexpected choices when deciding on the portfolios for her…

Von der Leyen’s Commission roll call stirs mixed reactions

The European Parliament in Strasbourg was again divided — this time, it was the MEPs' opinions that were split after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced her new batch of Commissioners. Radio Schuman…

Breton out, Séjourné in: What triggered the resignation?

Thierry Breton, the EU’s Internal Market Commissioner, announced his resignation from the European Commission on 16 September, citing tensions with President Ursula von der Leyen. In a public letter, Breton accused von der Leyen of…

Ukraine seeks Western ammunition as Putin threatens NATO-Russia war

NATO’s Military Committee met in Prague on Friday and Saturday to discuss stepping up NATO’s support package for Ukraine, after Russia warned NATO that a strike with Western-made missiles would be considered an act of…