Party punch-ups could reduce the Right to ‘signifying nothing’
The Alternative for Germany party (AfD) is “toxic,” according to Malika Sorel, one of the leaders in France’s National Rally (RN).
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Von der Leyen, clever political sidestep or dead man walking?
Right-wingers have for the last year talked, more in hope than in earnest, about a swing to the Right in the European Parliament following next week’s elections.
Forza Italia ‘resurrects’ Silvio Berlusconi ahead of European Parliament elections
Centre-right Italian party Forza Italia has urged voters to write "Berlusconi" or "Silvio Berlusconi" on their ballot papers for the European Parliament elections…
Macron: ‘Democracy is in crisis’
French President Emmanuel Macron said he wanted to "get involved" in the European Parliament elections in June "to unmask the ideas of the National Rally".
Vatican prelates warn EU voters not to “isolate themselves”
When trying to understand the political position of the Catholic Church, there are two methods. One, just read the press release.
Man arrested over alleged attempt on life of MEP candidate hours after Brussels Signal interview
A man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to "kill" Irish MEP candidate Malachy Steenson in Dublin.
The Simpsons releases ‘pro-EU song’ ahead of June EP elections
Hit US cartoon The Simpsons has released a song praising the European Union ahead of the June European Parliament elections. Titled Little E.U.
EBU under fire for banning Eurovision EU flags, and Eurosceptics at EP debate
The European Broadcasting Union has had a rough time.
Von der Leyen a ‘lame horse’ says Italian senator
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is politically a "lame horse", according to a senior politician within the Italian party Forza Italia.
Half of French ‘not interested in the EP elections’, poll suggests
A poll in France shows that the electorate is far from enthusiastic about the upcoming European Parliament elections in June.
Kaczyński must learn that a big No is not a strategy
Jaroslaw Kaczyński, leader of Poland’s Law and Justice party (PiS), is making it plain to voters in the European elections what he does not like.
Reconquête’s European dream on a knife-edge, French poll suggests
With just over a month remaining until the vote, the European list for Reconquête, led by Marion Maréchal, niece of National Rally MP Marine Le Pen, garnered just…
Von der Leyen set to give make-or-break speech as criticism grows
Reversing an earlier decision not to attend, the embattled EC leader will on April 29 join a debate with the lead candidates (or Spitzenkandidaten) of seven other…
EXCLUSIVE: Latvian MEP narrow favourite for ECR top-spot despite Meloni opposition
National Alliance representative Roberts Zile is likely to be formally selected for the role later today, though opposition to his appointment remains, mainly in…
What do Catholic bishops think about the European elections?
In the run-up to the European Parliament elections in June, Europe's Catholic bishops have been far from silent.
Interest in European Parliament election surges, survey finds
Public interest in the upcoming European Parliament elections in June is higher now than it was for the previous vote five years ago, a new survey revealed.
As scandals swirl, Croatia President Milanović gains ground ahead of elections
Croatia's upcoming elections pit a resurgent, Eurosceptic opposition against a governing party increasingly mired in corruption scandals.
AfD backs MEP candidate Bystron over bribery denials in ‘Russian influence scandal’
Petr Bystron, a German Bundestag MP and number two on the AfD's European Parliament June 9 election list, has told his party he categorically denies bribery allegations…
Sweden Democrats set to double its MEPs, say pollsters
With three MEPs in the current European Parliament, the Sweden Democrats look set to double the number to six in the June elections.
Viktor Orbán or Ursula von der Leyen? That is the choice facing Giorgia Meloni. Which way she goes could shape the future direction of Europe for a generation
Before she came to power, many thought that Giorgia Meloni would be an Italian Viktor Orban. Two years later, it is obvious that she is not.
June’s EP elections could turn Italy’s PM Meloni into EU kingmaker
Never historically far from centre stage in European politics, Italy also lies right at the centre of the possibly biggest story regarding June's European Parliament…
Irish PM Varadkar unexpectedly quits ahead of European Parliament elections
Ireland's Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Leo Varadkar has resigned ahead of the European Parliament elections in June.
European People’s Party’s looks Right ahead of EP elections
The European People’s Party (EPP) and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen seem to be preparing a move to the Right – prompting some murmurs of…
Fighting back: Poland’s conservatives change their guard ahead of European and US elections
PiS leader Jarosław Kaczyński has demanded the resignation of his party’s top brass MEPs, in order to substitute them ahead of this year's European elections.
Von der Leyen targets second run as European Commission President
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been chosen by her German Christian Democratic Union (CDU) to be their lead candidate in June's European election…
Sardinia election campaign pulls in national heavyweights
Sardinia, Italy On the island of Sardinia, a small regional election is drawing national attention.
Leaked EPP manifesto promises EU ‘Cyber Brigade’
The centre-right European People's Party (EPP) is promising the creation of a European Union “Cyber Brigade”.
Is rape a crime? EU seems unsure …
The European Union's first directive on combating sexual violence against women has hit a roadblock.
European Council chief Michel shielded by ‘opportune’ back trouble?
The President of the European Council Charles Michel will dodge a tough plenary debate in the European Parliament.
Qatargate: Former Italian justice chief casts doubt on Belgian investigation
With the "Qatargate" investigation into alleged bribery and corruption in the European halls of power entering its 13-month, it appears some feel the case is fraying…