Listen: One year out, could the far-right win France’s 2027 election?
Emmanuel Macron is slowly reaching the end of his two terms as president of the French Republic. But who will succeed him?
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Listen: Elections in Bulgaria – who is the leading candidate Rumen Radev?
In Bulgaria, the well-established right-wing party GERB could be beaten in the legislative elections this Sunday. Just like in Hungary last week, it’s not an outsider challenging the established government, but a familiar figure: the former president of the country, Rumen Radev.
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Listen: Is the EU turning tougher on Israel?
Italy is suspending its defence agreement with Israel. The reason? Concerns over Israel’s conduct in the Middle East conflict— especially in Lebanon.
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Listen: Can Ukraine still win the war?
At the current pace, it would take Russia 229 years to conquer all of Ukraine. But at the same time, Ukraine hasn’t been able to retake occupied territories either. What’s next?
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Listen: Did Hungarians really choose Europe over Orbán?
Hungary is unlikely to undergo a complete shift in the months ahead. It will however be interesting to see what changes occur — if any — as voters have removed Viktor Orbán from power.
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Listen: Does the victory of Péter Magyar mean the end of the Hungarian veto in the EU?
Hungary is waking up to a new leader this morning — one who is almost 20 years younger than Viktor Orbán, but not an outsider (nor someone entirely politically opposed to the previous leadership.)
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Listen: What is the EU doing to prevent migrants from drowning in the Mediterranean?
Between March 28 and April 5, no fewer than five boats sank in the Mediterranean, carrying migrants trying to reach Greece or Italy. At least 180 people died trying to reach Europe in just over a week. What are Europeans’ responsibilities in this regard?
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Listen: EU calls on Israel to respect the ceasefire and to stop bombing Lebanon, will it work?
A ceasefire deal between the US and Iran has plunged Lebanon into deadly confusion. As Israel continues strikes despite the announcement, Europe’s diplomatic calls for restraint face a grim reality: an escalating conflict beyond Lebanon’s control and Netanyahu’s government largely ignoring international pressure.
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Listen: Could the EU tax windfall profits made by oil and gas companies?
This podcast episode explores taxing the “windfall profits” of oil and gas companies to offset skyrocketing energy prices. While five EU nations urge a new tax mechanism, previous attempts collected only €28m — far below the €190bn spent on subsidies. Ultimately, do taxes serve as a vital political signal for fairness?
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Listen: How to improve the prison system in Europe?
European prisons are overcrowded, yet violent crime is actually falling. While France builds more facilities and countries like Denmark “rent” cells abroad, experts blame punitive policies and long sentences. Alternative movements now advocate for restorative justice and small, community-based detention houses to prioritise rehabilitation over incarceration.
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Listen: Why France is falling behind on cadmium?
Is your baguette a health risk? France’s cadmium levels are three times higher than those of its neighbours, fueled by phosphate fertilisers and industrial legacy. Léa Marchal explores why France lags on safety limits and what this means for people’s daily diet.
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Listen: Europe resists Trump’s pressure over Middle East conflict
As Donald Trump threatens to abandon Nato, furious over the EU’s refusal to back his war in Iran, the American president warned: “The US won’t be there to help you anymore.” From Spain to Italy, find out why European leaders are finally drawing a line.
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Listen: Will the EU finally sanction Israel after death penalty bill?
Israel has just passed a law reinstating the death penalty. Will the EU, which strongly opposes the death penalty, now sanction the Israeli government?
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Listen: Is the European Commission unable to protect the rule of law in the 27 member states?
Is the EU’s democratic foundation crumbling? A new report from 40 organisations warns of a concerted dismantling of the rule of law across Europe. From Hungary to surprising “sliders” like Germany, Denmark or France, EU commission recommendations are being ignored. But what does this mean?
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Listen: Will the EU ban conversion practices for LGBTQ people?
More than 1.25 million EU citizens are urging the EU to ban conversion practices targeting LGBTQ people, which often cause severe psychological harm. While some countries already prohibit them, EU-wide action faces legal and political hurdles, including limited EU competence, member state opposition, and disagreements over definitions and religious freedom concerns.
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Listen: Where does the EU stand on the embargo imposed to Cuba?
The situation in Cuba is worsening day by day. According to the United Nations, the country has been pushed to the point of imminent humanitarian “collapse.”What are the reactions of Europeans?
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Listen: Can Europeans actually reduce our gas consumption?
High gas prices are hitting European households hard amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. Can the EU effectively cut consumption?
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Listen: Is Italy’s Giorgia Meloni losing her grip on power after a failed referendum?
Is Giorgia Meloni’s grip on power slipping? After a stinging referendum defeat over judicial reforms, the Italian PM faces her first major domestic setback. Could this first setback weaken her both in Italy and internationally?
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Listen: What happened with the Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations?
Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia are constantly being delayed. That’s what Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky stated last week. As his country begins to run out of missiles and financial support, can Zelensky still hope to get out of this war with dignity?
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Listen: Will the EU carbon market pay the price of the energy crisis?
Europeans are looking for answers to the energy crisis. Several EU member states are proposing to revise how the carbon market works, so that it weighs less on prices. But could this actually make a difference?