This article discusses significant issues affecting Europe, including Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s alleged €1bn in unlawful media subsidies, raising concerns about his authoritarian grip. It also highlights challenges faced by major EU gas importers due to new methane emissions rules that complicate contract negotiations, risking energy security while the EU seeks to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels. Furthermore, the European Court of Auditors critiques the EU’s industrial policy, noting scattered funding and unclear responsibilities hinder effective implementation of strategies in key sectors like semiconductors.
