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The letter also calls on the 13 member states which have not yet done so to join 147 UN members in recognising the State of Palestine (file image)

Ex-EU ambassadors call for suspension of EU-Israel deal

Over 300 former EU and member state ambassadors, as well as former EU officials, have written a joint letter calling on the EU to immediately suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement and to impose targeted sanctions on members of the Israeli government.

Europe • 10 Sep

Simon Harris speaking after a meeting of the Trade Forum in Dublin

Slower growth in Irish economy after trade deal - Harris

The Tánaiste has said the Irish economy will continue to grow and jobs will be created, but at a lower rate, according to a preliminary analysis by the Department of Finance of the impact of the 15% US tariff on EU products.

Business • 01 Aug

"The EU needs to reassure the US administration that progress is being made" - Kate English, Chief Economist with Deloitte Ireland

EU needs to strike a fine balance in getting a good deal

EU trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic and US trade representative Jamieson Greer are meeting in Paris today to accelerate the pace of trade talks between the EU and Washington.

Business • 04 Jun

The European Movement Ireland poll found 43% of those questioned do not believe their views are represented at EU level

Irish support for EU membership lowest since 2012 - poll

Support for Ireland's membership of the European Union has dropped to its lowest level in more than a decade, a new poll suggests.

Ireland • 08 May

Fianna Fáil MEP Barry Cowen said failure to increase CAP funding could lead to €250 billion shortfall for farmers

Govt pushing for 'straightforward measures' in CAP talks

Measures to ensure a more straightforward and flexible system are among the priorities for the Irish Government while negotiating the EU's next Common Agricultural Policy.

Ireland • 06 May

The proposal would fix into European Union law a change to lower wolves status to 'protected' from 'strictly protected'

EU proposes ending wolves' 'strictly protected' status

The European Commission proposed making it easier to hunt wolves in Europe, citing their growing number and the threat they pose to livestock as reasons for downgrading the animals' protection status.

News Lens • 07 Mar

The directive brings to an end the need for multiple, different chargers for devices

Common charger legislation comes into force across EU

New rules introducing a common charging port for mobile phones and other electronic devices have come into effect across the European Union.

World • 28 Dec 24

Argentina hopes the deal will fuel exports of its cattle to the EU (File image)

The Mercosur trade deal: all you need to know

We offer a quick guide to the European Union's controversial free-trade deal with Mercosur members Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.

World • 06 Dec 24

US President-elect Donald Trump said that he intends to slap sweeping duties on goods from Mexico, Canada and China

Germany urges EU to prepare for Trump tariffs

Europe must prepare for US president-elect Donald Trump to impose hefty tariffs on its exports, Germany's economy minister said

US • 26 Nov 24

Germany urges EU to prepare for Trump tariffs

Europe must prepare for US president-elect Donald Trump to impose hefty tariffs on its exports, Germany's economy minister said

US • 26 Nov 24

Meta said in a statement that it will appeal the decision

EU fines Meta nearly €800m over anti-trust rules

The European Commission has fined Meta Platforms €797.7m over abusive practices benefiting Facebook Marketplace.

EU • 14 Nov 24

Officials in Spain confirm 89 people are missing as aid continues to be delievered

Spanish officials confirm 89 missing following floods

Authorities in Spain's Valencia region said 89 people are still missing following last week's flash floods.

Headlines • 06 Nov 24

Maros Sefčovič was responding to a question from Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan during his hearing at the European Parliament as trade commissioner-designate

'Unanimous support' needed to review EU-Israel trade ties

The EU's next trade commissioner has said any review of EU-Israel trade can only come as a result of the unanimous support of EU member states.

Middle East • 04 Nov 24

Flooding in Poland earlier this year caused widespread damage

EU faces climate losses of up to €175bn per year - court

The EU Court of Auditors has said that economic losses from extreme climate-related events would cost EU countries between €42bn and €175bn per year if average global temperatures rise by 1.5-3C.

Environment • 16 Oct 24

Thierry Breton's announcement comes as Ursula von der Leyen finalises her list of commissioners following EU elections this summer.

France's Thierry Breton resigns as EU commissioner

French European Union Commissioner Thierry Breton has resigned from the bloc's executive body with immediate effect.

Europe • 16 Sep 24

Emmanuel Macron declined his prime minister's offer to resign just hours before he dissolved the government

Resignations offered as Macron election fallout continues

When the French President Emmanuel Macron told his prime minister of his decision to call a snap election just hours before announcing it on television, Gabriel Attal tried to dissuade his boss asking him to accept his resignation instead, two sources told journalists.

France • 11 Jun 24

Peter Magyar gives a speech during the anti-government rally in Budapest today

Orban critic draws masses in Hungary on eve of EU vote

On the eve of EU elections in Hungary, tens of thousands rallied for opposition figure Peter Magyar who has emerged as the main challenger to long-time nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Hungary • 08 Jun 24

The regulation lists 34 critical raw materials

EU critical materials rules could lead to new Irish mines

New EU rules have come into effect today aimed at ensuring the union has access to a secure and sustainable supply of critical raw materials.

Business • 23 May 24

That issue of migration has become the one more and more people are talking about during the campaign

EU candidates set out their stall during eventful debate

A sometimes-unruly debate between eight candidates saw several matters under discussion including nature restoration, migration and agriculture.

Elections 2024 • 23 May 24

The debate also discussed agriculture, defence and Ukraine

Issue of immigration dominates European election debate

An eight-candidate debate on RTÉ One television ahead of European Parliament elections on 7 June has been dominated by the issue of immigration.

Elections 2024 • 23 May 24

EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said there was 'no greater use for the money'

EU agrees to arm Ukraine using Russian asset profits

EU member states have reached agreement on a plan to use billions of euros in profits from frozen Russian central bank assets to arm Ukraine and fund its post-war reconstruction.

World • 09 May 24

The Bosnia and Herzegovina parliament buildings in Sarajevo

EU leaders invite Bosnia to membership talks

European Union leaders have agreed to invite Bosnia to open EU membership negotiations, while also stressing the Balkan country would have to undertake more reforms before the talks could begin.

World • 21 Mar 24

The DSA requires online platforms to do more when it comes to removing harmful content and tackling the spread of disinformation

Watch: Digital Services Act - what you need to know

What do you do if you see something online that you think is harmful or illegal or want to get taken down?

Ireland • 25 Feb 24

The letter was prompted by a survey which found that 53% of people in Northern Ireland felt their rights had already been reduced due to Brexit

Irish MEPs write to Šefčovič over Windsor Framework

A cross-party group of Irish MEPs has written to European Commission vice-president Maroš Šefčovič urging the EU to ensure that the human rights and equalities elements of the Windsor Framework agreement are maintained.

Brexit • 20 Feb 24

A coal-fired power station operated by German energy giant RWE in Niederaussem

What's at stake in EU's 2040 climate target?

The European Commission has unveiled its next major target for cutting the bloc's global warming emissions.

Climate Change • 06 Feb 24