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Far-right parties in Europe are gaining momentum ahead of the European elections in June, with leaders like Italy's Giorgia Meloni and France's Marine Le Pen aiming to expand their influence. Despite internal divisions and scandals, such as those involving Germany's AfD, these parties could secure a significant presence in the European Parliament. Meloni's European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group may even align with the center-right European People's Party, potentially shifting EU policies on issues like migration and green initiatives.
EU Far-Right Parties Expel Germany's AfD
The Identity and Democracy (ID) group in the European Parliament has expelled the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party following scandals involving AfD's lead candidate Maximilian Krah, including allegations of espionage and controversial comments about the Nazi era. This move, influenced by pressure from other right-wing parties like France's National Rally, could have significant financial repercussions for the AfD.
European Parliament Urgently Investigates Russian Influence Operations
Members of the European Parliament are calling for an urgent debate into a Russian influence scandal after top European officials revealed that a pro-Kremlin website spread propaganda and "paid" European politicians. Meanwhile, the College of Europe has launched a probe following an incident where a student's door was daubed with a swastika, and Transport Commissioner Adina Vălean is set to run for a seat in the EU Parliament. Additionally, French President Macron has formed a new association, the "New Europeans" club, in an effort to unite fragmented EU liberals.
EU Parliament to Take Legal Action Against Commission Over Hungary's Funds
The European Parliament's legal affairs committee supports suing the European Commission over unfreezing 10 billion euros for Hungary, accusing the commission of caving to pressure from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The parliament believes Hungary hasn't met rule-of-law thresholds, and the lawsuit is seen as a necessary step to prevent Orban from leveraging the EU. The move aims to reprimand Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and follows concerns over Hungary's judicial independence and democratic standards. The commission's decision has sparked criticism in the parliament, with 21 billion euros of EU funds for Hungary still frozen until other issues, including corruption and LGBTQ rights, are addressed.
"EU Urged to Subsidize Defense Production by Ursula von der Leyen"
Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, has urged the EU to provide subsidies for defence production in order to reduce the bloc's reliance on the US and boost its strategic autonomy. This call comes as the EU aims to strengthen its defence capabilities and reduce its dependence on external suppliers, particularly in light of geopolitical tensions and security concerns.
"EU Election Polls Show Record Surge for French Far-Right National Rally"
A poll shows the French far right is expected to make significant gains in the upcoming EU election, while Russian President Putin tells Tucker Carlson that the Ukraine war could be over in a few weeks and praises Elon Musk. The EU has not sanctioned Tucker Carlson over his interview with Putin, despite calls from members of the European Parliament. Additionally, France is pushing the EU to regulate the football Super League out of existence, and Sweden has dropped its Nord Stream sabotage probe, leaving it to Berlin and Copenhagen to determine responsibility.
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EU's Standoff with Hungary: Threats, Blackmail, and Secret Plans Unveiled
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán claims that the EU threatened "Armageddon" to force a vote on Ukraine aid, while European Council president Charles Michel withdraws from the EU election race following backlash. Meanwhile, Liverpool football manager Jürgen Klopp steps down, center-right leader Manfred Weber calls for a European nuclear deterrent, and frustrated farmers protest in front of the European Parliament against EU "technocrats."