The European Parliament

The European Parliament is the elected legislative body of the European Union, representing the interests of EU citizens from member states. The European Parliament plays a crucial role in passing laws, approving the EU budget, and overseeing the activities of other Union institutions, especially the European Commission. It is elected through direct elections every five years and consists of members from each member state, proportionate to their populations. The European Parliament also adopts resolutions on foreign policy and security issues, including expressing support for Ukraine in its fight against aggression. This section provides news and analysis on the European Parliament’s activities, decisions, and their impact on member states and international relations.