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Ahead of the Romanian presidential elections' re-run this Sunday, Radio Schuman spoke with Euronews' Bucharest bureau chief Andra Miron-Diaconescu about how ultranationalist pro-Russian candidate Călin Georgescu, who won the first round of votes, vanished into thin air and who is the front-runner now.We also look at another meeting between the EU and India in Brussels as part of a bid to agree on a free-trade deal, and where in Europe readers buy the most books online.This episode is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker. Audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An unprecedented blackout brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill on Monday. Pending an official explanation of what caused the incident, we spoke with Euronews' senior energy and environment correspondent Robert Hodgson to understand what exactly went wrong. We also asked whether Europe could be hit by another, similar outage. What regions are most at risk? And can anything be done to prevent it from happening again?We will also look at a draft proposal signalling a reset of EU-UK relations following Brexit, which will be discussed by ambassadors in Brussels on Wednesday. And finally, which European cities are considered the most liveable?Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker. Audio editing by Georgios Leivaditis. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conservative European People's Party (EPP) is meeting in Valencia for the party's triennial congress. During this two-day event, Manfred Weber, who has been leading the EPP party since 2022 and the EPP group since 2014, is expected to be re-elected. What is behind Weber's longevity at the helm of the EU's most powerful political family? And as he is running unopposed, does this vote constitute unanimous support? Euronews' Sandor Zsiros travelled to Valencia to put these questions to Weber himself. Meanwhile, we spoke with our European Parliament reporter Vincenzo Genovese about how to interpret this result.We also look at a closed-door meeting of the EU Ministers for Environment and Climate, focusing on climate disinformation, and the top European countries for property investors in 2025.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker. Audio editing by Georgios Leivaditis. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euronews spoke with Frontex director Hans Leijten, discussing the importance of safeguarding fundamental rights, calls for the agency to suspend its mission with Greece and working with NGOs. What exactly is Frontex's role in border guarding? Should it do more to protecting migrants' lives?This episode also takes you to Poland, where the Three Seas Initiative Summit is starting, bringing together the leaders of 13 EU member states located between the Adriatic, Baltic and Black Seas, and their strategic partners. Finally, research shows that European leaders may be overestimating citizens' trust in new technologies.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker. Audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The European Commission on Wednesday revealed its highly anticipated penalties against US tech giants Apple and Meta. The decision comes at a time of spiralling trade tensions between the EU and the US government. The bloc is hoping to negotiate an end to this trade war, which could go far as threatening to hit US services such as Big Tech. But will the decision to fine Apple and Meta worsen the already deteriorating EU US relations?Today's Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Lauren Walker, with journalist Maia de la Baume. Audio editing is by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The EU's privacy watchdog Wojciech Wiewiórowski is responsible for ensuring the EU's institutions stick to their own data protection laws. What were the challenges he faced during his mandate? And how will geopolitical tensions impact the digital future?In an interview with Euronews, the European Data Protection Supervisor discussed how he is protecting EU data through investigations, legislative advices and, sometimes, corrective measures.Radio Schuman also takes you to London to discuss the bilateral meeting between Commissioner President Ursula von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and looks at how climate change is affecting people's holiday plans. Today's Radio Schuman is hosted by Romane Armangau and produced by journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker, with audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More and more EU countries are tightening their migration policies as governments are shifting more to the right. The focus in 2025 is on family reunification. Several countries including Finland, Germany and Belgium, have already hinted at or started making criteria stricter to make reunification less accessible. Austria has taken the boldest step so far, getting ready to temporarily halt family reunification - a first in the EU.Key politicians in the country justified the decision by arguing the country's accommodation capacity had reached its limits and pointing to the country's strained social services. Meanwhile, critics say this legally controversial move is a violation of common European asylum law and the European Convention on Human Rights.Radio Schuman spoke with Federica Toscano of the leading NGO Save the Children to dive into what the end of family reunification means for migrants and host countries. We also look at discussions on the next long-term EU budget and find out where in Europe people feel the loneliest.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Lauren Walker, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef shared with Euronews his concerns about potential budget cuts to Erasmus, following reports that some member states had proposed reductions in the 2025 annual budget.Although the budget was ultimately slightly increased, Micallef acknowledged ongoing discussions about the possible impact of the EU's shifting priorities—particularly toward defence and competitiveness—on future funding for cultural and youth initiatives like Erasmus in the 2028 long-term budget.The commissioner emphasized the EU's commitment to strengthening the Erasmus Plus Programme, highlighting its four-decade legacy of fostering European identity among millions of young people.Radio Schuman also brings you to key debates at the European Parliament as well as the situation of affordable housing in the EU.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalists and production assistants Eleonora Vasques and Lauren Walker, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How will the Meloni-Trump bilateral meeting today impact the Italian Prime Minister's reputation at home and abroad? Will her efforts to build bridges with Trump burnish her credentials as an EU leader or backfire and damage her political standing? Today Radio Schuman answers these questions with Euronews reporter Vincenzo Genovese.The two leaders are expected to have sensitive discussions on a wide range of issues concerning the EU-US relations, including tariffs, and Ursula von der Leyen was in touch with Meloni before the meeting.Radio Schuman also takes you to Frankfurt for a meeting of the European Central Bank, touches on a potential decision by Russia to suspend the ban on the Taliban, as well as the positive effects of tech use among the elderly.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted by Gerardo Fortuna, and produced by Eleonora Vasques and Lauren Walker. Audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is Friedrich Merz, the upcoming German Chancellor, less popular in Germany than in Brussels? Has he yielded too much power to the social-democrats?Today Radio Schuman answers these questions together with Euronews German correspondent Liv Stroud.Merz has proposed a constitutional change to increase government spending on infrastructure and the military. This, along with a more cautious approach to migration and conscription in the coalition agreement, has angered many within his party.Today Radio Schuman also brings you the latest European Union report on climate change and the most peculiar things found in lost luggage.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The European Union needs the US "on board" in a post-deal mission scenario in Ukraine, according to the Dutch Defence minister Ruben Brekelmans, who spoke to Euronews' Shona Murray.Last Thursday, ministers from more than 30 countries convened at a meeting led by France and the UK to discuss the formation of a reassurance force for Ukraine, intended to oversee the implementation of any future peace deal.Key details—such as the number of troops involved and the deployment timeline—remain uncertain. Questions also persist about Europe's capacity to establish a credible peacekeeping force without US support, given many European countries' limited military resources and fiscal constraints.Radio Schuman also flags the first high level EU-Palestine meeting as well as assessing the locations of hospitals in Europe.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The European institutions should be more open and honest to avoid creating the impression that something is being hidden from citizens, the newly elected EU Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho told Euronews in an interview featured in Radio Schuman today.She emphasized the need to bridge the gap between expectations and actual powers, warning that failing to do so would contribute to an increasingly polarised world and further erode public trust.The EU Ombudsman has announced she intends to launch an own-initiative inquiry into the so-called revolving door phenomenon - when EU officials move into roles in the private sector, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and growing public distrust in the institutions. She explains what prompted this investigation, how she sees her role as Ombudsman, and the broader challenges facing transparency and good governance across EU institutions and agencies. Radio Schuman also touches on NATO and the tariff war between the US and China.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted by Romane Armangau, and produced by Eleonora Vasques. Audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Washington is still prepared to negotiate with the EU over tariffs, US deputy spokesperson Mignon Houston told Euronews' Shona Murray in an exclusive interview featured on Radio Schuman today.The EU is expected to approve a plan today to impose 25% tariffs on a broad range of US goods in response to the United States' earlier duties on steel and aluminium imports.Earlier this week, US President Trump reaffirmed his intention to maintain global tariffs, despite recent volatility in international financial markets. Nevertheless, Houston acknowledged that the tariff decision marks a significant shift in global trade dynamics. She stated that Washington remains open to negotiations with the EU.Houston also reiterated the United States' continued commitment to NATO and affirmed Greenlanders' right to self-determination, in light of Trump's expressed interest in acquiring the island.Radio Schuman also touches on an EU-Ukraine association council meeting taking place today, and a European Parliament debate on Turkey, Serbia and Kosovo.It also explores labour costs in Europe according to the latest Eurostat data.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What characterises a revitalised transatlantic friendship between the European Union and Canada? What lessons can the EU draw from Canada's strategic posture?Today's Radio Schuman features Euronews' Shona Murray's interview with Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly, who outlines Canada's deepening strategic partnership with the EU.Despite US President Trump's threats of increased tariffs against Canada and the EU, Joly emphasizes that closer cooperation between the two is already under way and vital for Canada's economic resilience.Radio Schuman also brings you today's agenda items, with stops in Luxembourg and Egypt, and a look at how our backgrounds influence our career paths.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How is the EU responding to 20% US tariffs? Is there still an opportunity for negotiation? Today Radio Schuman analyses the situation in conversation with Euronews reporter Jorge Liboreiro.The EU has already formulated a response to the US decision to impose a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium, proposing import duties on American goods valued at €26 billion.EU officials have stated that the bloc aims to respond with a unified package addressing both the proposed 20% tariffs on European exports and the 25% tariffs on imported cars and car parts.Is there still room for negotiation, or is a full-fledged trade dispute inevitable?In other news, Radio Schuman analyses which countries have the most job vacancies across Europe.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European companies should not feel compelled to abandon their values, management practices, or commitment to diversity and workplace care, French Green MEP Majdouline Sbai tells Radio Schuman today.Her remarks came in response to letters from the US administration to several European embassies, urging suppliers to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) measures to maintain their contracts in the US.This move follows the Trump administration's broader efforts to dismantle DEI policies across federal agencies, contractors, the private sector, universities, and international grant recipients.The strongest responses came from France and Belgium, with Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Jan Jambon asserting that Europe upholds a culture of non-discrimination and rejecting US interference.Radio Schuman also explores the EU-Central Asia summit that will start today in Samarkand as well as the top European companies for nervous travellers.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by Joan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What is in line for the political career for the National Rally leader, Marine Le Pen? Today Radio Schuman digs in to the aftermath of the court barring Marine Le Pen from running for public office for five years with Euronews journalist Greg Leroy.Le Pen has condemned the ruling as politically motivated and stated that millions of French citizens are outraged. She vowed to appeal and requested that the proceedings conclude before the 2027 campaign. Until the appeal is resolved, she remains ineligible to run for office.Radio Schuman also looks at average salaries in Europe for police officers.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are non-alcoholic wines the key to sustaining the declining wine industry, or Is alcohol an essential characteristic of wine? Today Radio Schuman explores this topic with Euronews reporter Gerardo Fortuna.Last week, the European Commission launched a package to help the industry navigate changing societal tastes, manage its production and develop new opportunities, including tapping into the growing non-alcoholic market.It included three standardized denominations - ‘Alcohol-free', ‘0.0%' and ‘alcohol light' as a means of making new wine varieties more attractive to customers.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Recent developments in the Turkish political landscape hint the country's shift to what critics may call an even more authoritarian ruleTurkey has witnessed waves of protests following the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key political rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on corruption charges. With the arrest of more than a thousand demonstrators, critics fear a slide towards authoritarianism.On Monday last week, a European Commission spokesperson urged Turkey to “uphold democratic values,” However, neither commission president Ursula von der Leyen, nor her council counterpart, Antonio Costa has publicly addressed the issue.The underlying reason seems to be the EU's urgency of maintaining cooperation with Turkey, especially given its already tense ties with the United States.Radio Schuman also looks at another EU strategy unveiled today – on how the bloc intends to prepare itself for all emergencies, and also explore a list of the EU's trade partners in iron and steel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European defence industry demands more European investment, EU's defence commissioner tells Radio Schuman The EU is exploring new and bold strategies to strengthen its defence sector. Relaxing strict fiscal rules to boost defence spending, accessing what is known as the SAFE instrument to raise capital, and expanding the European Investment Bank's mandate to support military projects are some of the proposals to member states developed in the EU's White Paper on Defence.At the EU summit in Brussels last week, the EU leaders discussed the commission's proposal for the member states to allocate amounts as high as €800 billion in defence spending over the next four years to strengthen Europe's defence infrastructure.“When the war comes, you need to have your industry developed on high level in order to maintain, to repair and to produce new weapons,” says the EU's defence commissioner Andrius Kubilius regarding the proposed increase in the defence budgets, “Now our industry really demands much more for European investment in order to develop our industry like a strategic asset.”Kubilius also doubted Europe's readiness for Eurobonds and emphasised developing military mobility infrastructure.Radio Schuman also looks at an important deadline today in the EU's investigations into Apple, Meta and Alphabet on whether they violated the Digital Markets Act, and also at some experimental attempts to curb irregular migration through Artificial Intelligence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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FRONTEX's role in returning rejected asylum-seekers should be monitored, especially in terms of the protection of fundamental rights, green MEP Tineke Strik tells Radio Schuman on Monday.Earlier this month, the European Commission presented a new regulation that would - if approved - enable EU countries to transfer rejected asylum seekers to distant countries where they have never been before.Although the law did not establish deportation centres or “return hubs”, it lays the groundwork for outsourcing the migration tasks to the European Border and Coast Guard Agency FRONTEX.“I think we first need to make sure that FRONTEX is dealing with fundamental rights in a proper way, in line with EU law. And only then we can see what role they can take if it comes to third countries,” says green MEP Tineke Strik, as the agency has been investigated in the past for human rights violations.Today, Radio Schuman also takes a look at a discussion among agriculture ministers on the new Commission's plans to change agriculture in Europe, and also at a compilation by Euronews culture on the things people miss the most from the March 2020 Covid lockdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Europe needs to upscale its support for Ukraine as Donald Trump continues to shift towards Moscow, but EU member states find it challenging to agree on a fresh military aid to Ukraine One of the main discussions at the EU summit on March 20 was on defence - particularly about what is known as the Kallas plan. The plan, based on the idea that larger countries would provide larger donations to finance military expenses, has encountered strong disagreements. According to bruxelles2 editor Nicolas Gros-Verheyde, the primary reason for the dispute is the big jump on the proposed amounts of donations for several countries. "It is not an increase. It is the double of the triple (of the previous amounts)," says Gros-Verheyde regarding the proposed amounts for France, Spain and Italy. In today's episode Radio Schuman also takes a look at the historic vote today in the German upper House on a law that exempts defence and security expenditures from Germany's debt rules. The episode also explores the happiest countries in Europe according to the latest World Happiness Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine's territory has to be recognized, and its independence and sovereignty have to be protected, for the end of the war to be worth it, Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Thomas Byrne tells Radio Schuman today.As the European Council convenes for a summit today and tomorrow in Brussels, defence and Ukraine are key items on the agenda. “We all want peace. That must be a peace that's fair to the territory of Ukraine,” says Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Thomas Byrne, “If we can end the war and protect Ukraine and protect its independence and sovereignty, then it will certainly have been worth it.”The minister also emphasised promoting multilateralism, highlighting its contribution to peace and economic prosperity.Decisions on EU security and defence as well as an effective strategy in terms of trade relations with the US under the second term of President Trump are also expected from the upcoming summit.Today's episode on Radio Schuman also features a discussion in the European parliament with Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, and also explores a new study that reveals the world's most disappointing tourist attractions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Destabilisation is not only about getting money anymore. It's also about helping ideologically oriented states to reach their goals, Europol Director Catherine De Bolle tells Radio SchumanEuropol new study finds the latest trends in organised crime, revealing an increase in the use of AI tools in criminal activities including money laundering, fraud, and scams. “In fact, the system is training itself and you don't need 200 people anymore to send all the mails,” says Europol's Executive Director Catherine De Bolle, regarding the adoption of AI in organized criminal activities, “The AI system is even more accurate than the human letter, so you do not really find the mistakes anymore.” Europol also noted a growing cooperation between organised crime groups and foreign actors aiming to destabilise the EU. As a result, monetary gains from the crimes are no longer their only incentive. Radio Schuman also features discussions on the European Union's response to growing security concerns at its eastern borders and the uncertain US involvement in European defence, as well as this year's recipient of the Hunyadi János Award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Since the fall of Syria's ex-dictator Bashar Al-Assad, the EU has promised to support the new interim government for democratic transition and has suspended several sanctions that were targeted at the Assad regime. However, with the recent wave of revenge-killings in the country that, according to reports, claimed 1500 lives, question arises on the bloc's approach to the new government. In a recent resolution, MEPs also urged the new Syrian authorities to ”free themselves from their longstanding alliances with Tehran and Moscow” and revoke Russian military presence in the country. So how does the EU see the recent developments in Syria? Radio Schuman speaks to Euronews's journalist Mared Jones. Today's episode also discusses the adoption and thoughts on AI among employees in the EU. Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The EU has retaliated after being hit hard by the US tariffs. But with US president Donald Trump's threats to slap more tariffs, the bloc could step up the fight with its anti-coercion instrument, a tool that was put in place in 2023.Earlier this week, the EU launched import duties on €26 billion worth of American goods to respond to the US's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum. Trump responded to the EU countermeasures by threatening to impose a 200 percent tariffs on all wines, champagne and alcoholic products from France and other EU countries.So what to expect from a trade war that appears to have already started?Radio Schuman talks to Euronews's trade reporter Peggy Corlin about the EU's response to Trump's tariffs and how the bloc could upscale its resistance with its anti-coercion instrument.Today Radio Schuman also discusses how employees of small and medium enterprises in the EU, who are also the hardest working in business, approach their working days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's going to be tricky getting Russia to agree to ceasefire in Ukraine, post-Soviet political expert Donnacha Ó Beacháin tells Radio Schuman.Ukraine has accepted the offer of a 30-day ceasefire, and all eyes are now on Russia, but the latter will want to see the details of the ceasefire and will have plenty of qualifications, post-Soviet political expert Donnacha Ó Beacháin tells Radio Schuman today.The Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government, Dublin City University (DCU) cannot see the Russians accepting “anything that doesn't legitimise their land grab and ethnic cleansing” in Ukraine.Today Radio Schuman also features the EU South Africa summit and the increasing trend for VAT fraud across Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On Tuesday the Commission will present a new proposal for a Critical Medicines Act, a priority the executive set for the outset of its mandate.How can the EU fix the dramatic shortages of vital medicines which put patients at risk? The European Commission will on Tuesday present its ”Critical Medicines Act” to address shortages of antibiotics, insulin, and painkillers (among others), reduce dependency on Asia and improve supply chain resilience across Europe.The bloc depends on Asia for 60–80% of its supply, leaving it vulnerable to disruptions. Some countries have suggested integrating medicine shortages into EU defence spending, seeing them as a national security issue.Today Radio Schuman will dive into the proposal with Euronews' health reporter Marta Irraola.On this episode we also discuss elections in Greenland, the semi-autonomous island that has drawn international attention after US President Donald Trump claimed he wanted to acquire the island.Finally, we look at gang violence across the EU, particularly when it is related to drug competition in countries like Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and France.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Innovative solutions are anticipated in upcoming EU legislation on migrant returns, Swedish migration minister Johan Forssell tells Radio Schuman in an exclusive interview featured for Radio Schuman today."Something needs to be done and we are looking forward to the new return legislation, of course, but also trying to explore these new innovative solutions. We have been discussing them for many years now, but now is really the time to move forward with more practical arrangements," he added.The draft law on returns is expected to be a focal point in this week's discussions in Strasbourg, where Members of the European Parliament will convene for their plenary session.Forssell told Euronews that he had hoped for explicit references to 'return hubs' in the proposal. However, according to a source familiar with the matter, these references will be omitted.Radio Schuman also takes you to Saudi Arabia, Brussels and Strasbourg for significant meetings to keep watch over, as well as a new train tool that can help planning and booking with journeys.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Meabh Mc Mahon, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Raphaël Glucksman, a prominent French socialist, urged the 27 EU member states to abandon their reliance on the United States, speaking to Radio Schuman on today's podcast.Glucksman recommended swift action on using frozen Russian assets to mobilise funds, halting imports of Russian LNG gas, and agreeing on joint borrowing to strengthen the bloc's defence capabilities in the long term.As a member of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committees, as well as the Delegation to the EU-Ukraine Parliamentary Association Committee, Glucksman has recently engaged extensively with French media to urge France and the European Union to act swiftly and make decisive commitments regarding Ukraine.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Radio Schuman features an interview with Kristian Ruby, secretary-general of Eurelectric, calling for the Commission to maintain emissions reduction commitments in a key auto sector strategy paper coming today.The European automotive sector, employing 13 million people and contributing approximately 7% of the continent's GDP, faces multiple challenges, including weak demand, stringent EU emissions targets, rising competition from Asia, and declining interest in electric vehicles. In response, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to unveil measures aimed at enhancing the industry's competitiveness while upholding overall emission reduction goals.Automakers have opposed the EU's 2025 CO2 reduction targets and lobbied against penalties for non-compliance. However, von der Leyen has already announced a relaxation of the annual review rule, extending the compliance period from one to three years. Additional plans to support EV production are also anticipated.Radio Schuman also flags an important meeting of EU home affairs ministers in Brussels and asks which countries offer the most take-home pay after taxes in Europe.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's too early to talk about sending troops to Ukraine, Riho Terras, Estonian MEP and vice-chair of the European Parliament committee on Defence, tells Euronews' Radio Schuman today.Two days after a heated exchange between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy, UK PM Starmer announced a "coalition of the willing" with France to support Ukraine, including a commitment to send peacekeeping troops. However, Russia opposes any NATO or European peacekeeping presence, and key European countries like Germany and Poland are reluctant. Terras said the idea was premature, arguing the focus should be on securing a ceasefire and peace talks. He also emphasised the need to rebuild ties with the US, even if it means adapting to Trump's approach.Radio Schuman also discusses new announcements by the European Commission and a new survey on the extent European are prepared for climate disasters.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What did Ukrainians make of the public spat last Friday between US President Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy? How does the Ukrainian military perceive the implications of an open rift between the US and Ukraine, and by extension, Europe?Radio Schuman reached out to Euronews' Ukrainian correspondent, Sasha Vakulina, to provide insight into reactions from on the ground.The remarks deeply shocked Ukraine, where many have endured three years of war and lost loved ones in battle. Zelenskyy's visit to Washington aimed to secure a mineral deal establishing a US-controlled, though it lacked clear security guarantees against Russian aggression.His insistence on such guarantees underscores Ukraine's concern that a ceasefire alone would be insufficient for lasting protection.Also today, Radio Schuman touches on migration trends in Europe.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Radio Schuman features an exclusive interview with former European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, in which he criticised US President Donald Trump's affinity for Russia and his lack of understanding of the EU.In the interview with Euronews' Shona Murray Juncker addressed geopolitical tensions around the Trump presidency and the role Europe should play in providing security guarantees to Ukraine.He told Euronews that, while he rarely contacts his successor, Ursula von der Leyen, he frequently visits Brussels, where he maintains an office at the Berlaymont headquarters.We also discuss a meeting of European leaders taking place in London this Sunday, as well as new research that reveals the positive effects of tea drinking on human health.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Might Catalan, Galician and Basque become EU official languages? That's what the president of Catalonia Salvador Illa is advocating in an interview with Euronews featured on today's Radio Schuman.Illa visited Brussels last week, where he met with the President of the European Council, António Costa, and the Vice President of the European Commission, Teresa Ribera. A key priority on his agenda was advocating for the inclusion of Catalan, Basque, and Galician as official languages of the European Union.The proposal requires unanimous approval from all 27 EU member states and is currently under discussion by European Affairs ministers. However, progress has been limited since Spain initially introduced the initiative during its rotating presidency in the summer of 2023.Radio Schuman also takes you to India, where the European Commissioners are heading today for a high level meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as to European countries that have the most skilled workers.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Aida Sanchez-Alonso, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques. Audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Radio Schuman explores the implications of the US administration's approach to ending the war in Ukraine with Kirill Shamiev, an expert on civil-military relations and Russian domestic politics at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR).The discussion takes in US president Donald Trump's decision to engage in bilateral negotiations with Russia, divergence from European allies in UN votes, ambiguity over security guarantees for Europe, and the critical minerals deal with Ukraine initially rejected by Kyiv.Radio Schuman also discuss the presentation of the so-called omnibus package and the clean industrial deal by the European Commission, as well as those European countries which have witnessed the greatest decrease of greenhouse emissions.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Despite the Christian Democrat Union (CDU) victory in the election, forming Germany's next coalition government will be challenging. What can we expect from the outcome? What alliances will Friedrich Merz, CDU leader, pursue? And can Germany reclaim the influence it has lost?Radio Schuman gathered reactions to the election results, and presents in-depth analysis of Germany's future, gleaned from Euronews' special Germany Decides panel hosted by Meabh McMahon last night. The discussion featured former European Council President Charles Michel, former Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou, and Euronews Editorial Director Claus StrunzRadio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Age verification at app store level is among policies Meta's Vice President and Head of Global Safety touted in an interview with Euronews featured on Radio Schuman today.In the interview with Euronews' Romane Armangau, Antigone Davis addressed the tech giant's response to EU legislation safeguarding children online.Radio Schuman also focuses on German elections this Sunday and life expectancy in Europe.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) poised to rule the country?The party has its sights set on it, despite a political firewall cordoning it off from power, lawmaker belonging to the party René Aust has told Euronews reporter Vincenzo Genovese in an interview.This is despite all mainstream parties in Germany ruling out any cooperation with AfD after Sunday's ballot, meaning its prospects of entering a governing coalition are non-existent.Trump's billionaire aide Elon Musk has also outspokenly voiced support for AfD and its leader Alice Weidel. His attempts to wade into German politics have outraged mainstream parties.Radio Schuman also discusses today's gathering of G20 foreign ministers in Johannesburg, South Africa, where the EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas will be in the company of Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov.We also have a look at where young Europeans get their news.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Mared Gwyn Jones, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Major donor European countries like France, Germany, Sweden, and Finland are drastically cutting their foreign aid budgets, following the global trend led by US president Donald Trump to cut USAID, a humanitarian officer with Caritas Europe tells Radio Schuman today.In Sweden and Finland, coalition governments involving the centre and far-right are redirecting funds toward deporting irregular migrants. Additionally, the EU's “Global Gateway” program is shifting its focus toward investments that primarily benefit the bloc rather than addressing global development needs, according to Caritas' Abriel Schieffelers.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.