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Prime Minister Montenegro advocates for a European Union guiding framework to address energy crises, emphasizing the need for crisis management mechanisms and state aid while protecting renewable energy strategies.
EU leaders convene in Brussels for a high-stakes summit to address the escalating Middle East conflict and ongoing debates regarding Ukraine funding, with Viktor Orbán's position remaining a focal point of tension.
The President of the European Council pointed to an increasing violation of the post-war order in an increasingly multipolar world.
From talks on Ukraine and defense to clever kids and digs at Viktor Orbán, here's POLITICO's rundown of the latest European Council.
Organizations accuse the President of the European Council of a “conscious political act” that legitimizes “power associated with repression.” A spokesperson for Costa refused to comment on the accusations, confirming only that the meeting took place.
João Albuquerque, an expert in European affairs, argues that the European Union “has been unyielding in the support it has always shown for Ukraine”, but points out that the implementation of this support has been limited given Hungary's stance.
Last Thursday in Brussels, Viktor Orbán once again blocked the 90 billion euros in aid for Ukraine approved by the European Council in December. Using the Druzhba pipeline as leverage, Orbán claims Ukraine is responsible for repair delays following Russian attacks, turning energy infrastructure into a tool for institutional obstruction. This article argues that this behavior represents a 'fifth corrosion' of international law: a process where member states occupy European institutions from within to neutralize them, mirroring the transactional logic of the Kremlin and undermining the EU's role as a normative guarantor. With Hungarian elections approaching on April 12, the outcome will determine whether this internal erosion of democratic and international standards continues to paralyze the Union.
From the deadly serious issues of Iran and Ukraine to the more light-hearted matters of what you can do with a stick of celery, here's POLITICO's rundown of the latest European Council.
The Prime Minister expressed his conviction today that Hungary's blockade of the 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine will be overcome “very quickly”, noting that all parties have committed to repairing the Druzhba pipeline.
Arriving at the European Council, Luís Montenegro called for diplomacy and said that Portugal has been trying to “raise awareness among all parties involved” about the need to return to negotiations.
Thursday's European Council summit saw tempers flare at Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for blocking the loan.
The war in the Middle East, the risk of a new energy shock, and internal divisions are dominating the European Council.
Arriving at the European Council, Luís Montenegro reaffirmed the importance of supporting Ukraine. The Prime Minister stated that the crisis resulting from the Middle East conflict requires the European Union to have greater energy autonomy and reduced dependency for its businesses. Montenegro insisted that EU and NATO countries should contribute to ending the conflict through diplomatic negotiations. He also noted that Portugal has been using its diplomacy to encourage all parties to resume talks. Furthermore, Montenegro mentioned he would raise the economic impact of recent storms in Portugal, specifically Storm Kristin in the central region, with his colleagues and the European Commission.
The meeting's main theme is competitiveness. However, issues regarding Ukraine and the Middle East will certainly mark this Thursday's meeting of European heads of state and government.
Portugal will be represented by Prime Minister Luís Montenegro.
The European Council this Thursday and Friday was intended to focus on European competitiveness, but the topic will be overshadowed by the impact of the war in Iran and its economic consequences, especially due to rising energy prices. And António Costa has pushed for greater urgency for the meeting, promising the joint approval of support measures.
A summary of the European Council meeting and the consequences of the Middle East conflict.
The two party leaders were present this afternoon for the fortnightly debate and the preparatory debate for the European Council.
Leaders of the 27 European Union member states meet this Thursday to discuss the development of the EU economy, but there are other topics that are also expected to occupy the agenda.
The President of the European Council admits to “deep concern” regarding the consequences.
The President of the European Council believes that the goal of the United States and Israel in the war against Iran, which “is not clear,” will dictate the duration of the conflict, and admits “deep concern” regarding the consequences.
The President of the European Council, António Costa, publicly distanced himself from the view of the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, regarding the future of the global order and the current war against Iran.
António Costa, President of the European Council, also argued this Tuesday that the war in the Middle East “is constantly weakening Ukraine's position,” as it “is disregarding International Law.”
Relief, concerns and warnings at the end of an extraordinary European Council meeting in Brussels.
The President of the European Council said he was willing to work with the United States if the intention is for it to serve as a transitional administration in Gaza.
An extraordinary meeting of the European Council ended a few minutes ago. The leaders were analysing the tension with the United States over Greenland.
European leaders are holding an emergency meeting because of tensions with the United States.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro said on Thursday that it is time for Europe “to reaffirm unity and firmness in the defence of the principles, sovereignty and territorial integrity of its states”. Speaking to journalists in Brussels as he arrived at the informal European Council, the head of government said this had been an important meeting ...
Military expert Jorge Saramago analyses the tension between Europe and the US and previews the extraordinary European Council meeting, which will take place on Thursday.
Transatlantic relations will be at the centre of the debate to be held on Thursday at 19:00 (Brussels time), according to CNN Portugal's European correspondent.
