EU to impose sanctions on chemical weapons use
The European Union imposes sanctions on individuals for the usage of chemical weapons.
May to make final appeal amid reports of Brexit delay
British premier Theresa May warns that no Brexit is more likely than 'no-deal'.
EU approves sanctions on Iranians over Denmark, France attack plots
The European Union agreed to impose sanctions on Iranians believed to be involved in planned attacks in Denmark and France.
May expects ‘clarification’ from EU on Brexit border clause
The British prime minister is expecting the European Union to give further clarification on the backstop arrangement to maintain an open Irish border after Brexit.
German migrant rescue ship appeals for help
A German rescue ship carrying dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean says it needs urgent help in worsening weather conditions.
This Week in Brexit: All eyes on mid-January vote
Britain's exit from the European Union is less than 100 days away. A vote on the negotiated agreement between the EU and Britain is scheduled mid-January.
EU ministers seek to limit bus, lorry CO2 emissions
EU environment ministers agree on carbon dioxide emissions standards for lorries and buses across the European Union.
ECB holds interest rates at historic low
The European Central Bank leaves its benchmark refinancing rate on hold at a historic low amid global tensions.
EU ministers agree to set up European Labour Agency
The European member states agree to establish an European Labour Authority aimed at helping employees and employers to deal with complex aspects of cross-border labour mobility.
EU seeks to boost the euro as a global currency
The European Commission presents ideas to strengthen the role of the euro as a global currency.