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Summit of Failure How the EU Lost Russia over Ukraine

One year ago, negotations over a Ukraine association agreement with the European Union collapsed. The result has been a standoff with Russia and war in the Donbass. It was an historical failure, and one that German Chancellor Angela Merkel contributed to. Von SPIEGEL Staff

How the EU Lost Russia over Ukraine - Sergey Dolzhenko/ dpa

"Tempora"-Abhörskandal Grüne fordern EU-Klage gegen britische Regierung

Massenhaft zapften britische Spione private Daten aus Glasfaserkabeln ab - doch passiert ist seit dem Skandal um das Spähprogramm "Tempora" nichts. Das wollen die Grünen ändern: Sie dringen auf ein EU-Verfahren gegen London. Von Florian Gathmann und Veit Medick

Grüne fordern EU-Klage gegen britische Regierung - KIERAN DOHERTY/ REUTERS

Violence in Ukraine Yanukovych Forces EU into Sanctions

The EU resisted the idea of imposing sanctions on Ukraine for a long time. With violence in Kiev intensifying, however, Brussels has little choice. But what can Europe really do? Von Gregor Peter Schmitz

Yanukovych Forces EU into Sanctions - SANDRO MADDALENA/ AFP

EU-Russland-Gipfel zur Ukraine Putin handelt, Europa zaudert

Eigentlich sollte Tacheles geredet werden beim Gipfeltreffen der EU mit Russlands Präsident Putin - so zumindest die Ankündigung. Doch Brüssel bezieht beim Thema Ukraine keine klare Position. Es fehlt eine überzeugende Ostpolitik, die mit Putins Avancen an Kiew mithalten kann. Von Gregor Peter Schmitz

Putin handelt, Europa zaudert - Ivan Sekretarev/ AP/dpa

'No Longer in the Cold War' Merkel Infuriated by US Spying

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has compared US spying to Cold War tactics and Brussels wants EU facilities checked for American eavesdropping equipment. Concern is growing the scandal could seriously damage trans-Atlantic relations.

Merkel Infuriated by US Spying - Rainer Jensen/ picture-alliance/ dpa

About Face Chancellor Merkel Cools on European Integration

German conservatives have long been passionate supporters of increased European integration. But lately, Chancellor Angela Merkel has applied the brakes to the process. Brussels, she believes, has become part of the problem. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Chancellor Merkel Cools on European Integration - Julien Warnand/ dpa

EU Austerity Dispute How Barroso Let His Opinion Slip

European Commission President Barroso has mostly stayed in the background in the euro crisis, but his assertion this week that austerity has "reached its limits" caused quite a stir. It was an unusually opinionated statement -- and one that came after the Portuguese official's national pride was questioned. Von David Böcking

How Barroso Let His Opinion Slip - GEORGES GOBET/ AFP

Next Domino? Slovenia Totters Toward Euro-Crisis Brink

Could Slovenia become the next euro-crisis victim? A new OECD report highlights the deep problems facing the Slovenian banking industry and economy. While both Brussels and Ljubljana insist that a bailout won't be necessary, difficult times are in store for the country.

Slovenia Totters Toward Euro-Crisis Brink - Jure Makovec/ AFP

SPIEGEL Interview with Romanian Prime Minister Ponta 'I Haven't Communicated Well Enough with Europe'

The European Union has been deeply critical of Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta's leadership. In an interview with SPIEGEL he speaks of his relationship to the Romanian judiciary, how Europe has misunderstood him and his dream of battling those who would tread on human rights.

'I Haven't Communicated Well Enough with Europe' - RADU SIGHETI/ REUTERS

Barroso's Rise Euro Crisis Means More Power for European Commission

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso has a reputation for avoiding conflict. But as the euro crisis has worsened, his power has increased. He is one of the few winners of the problems facing Europe's common currency. Von Christoph Schult

Euro Crisis Means More Power for European Commission - INDRANIL MUKHERJEE/ AFP

Planning for the Future A Sneak Peek at Tomorrow's Europe

European leaders have long insisted they will do everything to save the euro. Now, a plan is forming that would dramatically change the architecture of the European Union. Brussels would be granted a significant say in national budgets and debt would be communalized. But the hurdles such a plan might face are high. Von Konstantin von Hammerstein, Christoph Pauly und Christoph Schult

A Sneak Peek at Tomorrow's Europe - JOHANNES EISELE/ AFP

Combating the Crisis Berlin and EU Weigh Greater Bank Oversight

Chancellor Merkel and European Commission President Barroso on Monday met to talk about creating a banking union to increase oversight over systemically important European banks. The move could mark a step toward providing direct aid from Brussels to ailing EU financial institutions.

Berlin and EU Weigh Greater Bank Oversight - Pool/ Getty Images

Pooling Risk Merkel Under Pressure to Say 'Ja' to Euro Bonds

Chancellor Angela Merkel hates the idea of euro bonds. But with the European Commission set to present a feasibility study on Wednesday, pressure is mounting for her to change her tune. If she doesn't, say some, the debt contagion will simply continue to spread.

Merkel Under Pressure to Say 'Ja' to Euro Bonds - ANDREA COMAS/ REUTERS

National Governments Can't Be Trusted Barroso Calls for More Power for EU Institutions

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso has said in an interview that the EU's institutions need to be strengthened to stabilize the euro zone, arguing that national governments can't be trusted to take determined action. Meanwhile, former German Finance Minister Peer Steinbrück says it's time to openly admit that Greece is practically bankrupt.

Barroso Calls for More Power for EU Institutions - VINCENT KESSLER/ REUTERS

Rift Over Crisis Response Barroso's Struggle to Escape Merkel's Shadow

German Chancellor Angela Merkel is angry at European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso for trying to take over the management of the euro crisis by proposing an increase in the EU's rescue fund. The proposal by Barroso, who owes his job to Merkel's backing, reflects his desire to break free from her. Von Dirk Kurbjuweit und Christoph Schult

The World from Berlin 'Europe Needs a Directly Elected Leader with Charisma'

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso came out with plenty of fine words during his "state of the union" speech on Tuesday. But his blandness is unlikely to increase support for the EU among Europeans, say observers. German commentators are unimpressed.

'Europe Needs a Directly Elected Leader with Charisma' - Christian Lutz/ AP

'Naive' Demands Barroso Attacks Merkel over Calls for EU Reform

The EU remains divided over how to respond to the euro-zone debt crisis, with Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso calling Chancellor Angela Merkel's plans for EU reform "naive." Meanwhile concerns about the European banking sector continue to batter the euro.

Barroso Attacks Merkel over Calls for EU Reform - Michael Probst/ AP

Barroso Demands Solidarity Europe Increases Pressure on Chancellor Merkel

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has been consistent in her refusal to consider a European Union bailout for Greece. But Brussels continues to insist that a plan is in the works. On Monday, Barroso urged Berlin to make a "constructive contribution" to solving the crisis.

Europe Increases Pressure on Chancellor Merkel - FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS

'Barroso's Hand Puppets' European Parliament Grills Commission Nominees

The European Union's 27 new commissioners are currently being vetted by the European Parliament. But what was set to be a marathon of political waffling has taken an interesting turn as parliament flexes its muscles. Accused of lying, the candidate from Bulgaria has generated the most headlines. Von Hans-Jürgen Schlamp

European Parliament Grills Commission Nominees - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

New EU President and Foreign Minister Europe Chooses Nobodies

Europe's leaders are relieved that the wrangling over the EU's new positions of president and foreign minister is finally over. But they have no reason to be proud. Once again, the EU has missed an opportunity to boost its standing on the global stage. Von Carsten Volkery

Europe Chooses Nobodies - AFP

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