Commission Faces Backlash Over Reports of Taliban Outreach as the EWL Demands Clarity

Rumours that the European Commission may have extended an invitation to Taliban representatives have triggered a fierce reaction from women’s rights organisations, though no invitation has been officially confirmed. The European Women’s Lobby, Europe’s largest umbrella organisation for women’s rights, issued a blistering open letter to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, warning that even…

Tech Sovereignty on Hold: Commission Stalls Flagship File

The European Commission’s long‑promised tech‑sovereignty package has been delayed once again, turning what was meant to be a defining moment for Europe’s digital ambitions into a slow‑motion reveal marked by hesitation and internal caution. After weeks of signalling that the file was ready, the presentation has now slipped to early June. When pressed on the…