How to watch the EU election like a Pro – POLITICO

Estonia holds its official election day, even though voting started on June 3. It elects seven MEPs. Polling stations open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Estonia prides itself on its electronic voting: people can cast a ballot from their computer at home. Finland votes from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. It elects 15 members. … Read more

Western allies split over how to make Putin pay  – POLITICO

It’s a plan that U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration is backing heavily but so far Europe’s most powerful governments in Paris, Berlin and Rome are unconvinced. Washington policymakers are piling pressure on their allies to ditch their hang-ups over what would be an unprecedented step fraught with legal, ethical and political difficulties. “It’s never been … Read more

Want to make the EU your home? Here’s how to get permanent residency in France, Spain and Germany

From language tests to integration, this is what you need to apply for permanent residency across the EU. ADVERTISEMENT After you’ve put down roots in a country, you may be thinking about making it more long-term by applying for a permanent residency permit. They often come with more benefits than other kinds of visas and … Read more