Radio Schuman

The EU played no role in the Israeli-Hamas negotiations, but could play an important one in implementing the deal, Hugh Lovatt, senior policy fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), told Euronews in an interview we feature on today's Radio Schuman.Today's podcast explores with Lovatt the details of a deal, whether it represents a watershed moment for the region, and the role played by the imminent inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States. We also discuss the future of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid the war and the potential consequences a deal could have for his office and government.We also take a quick look at European Parliament committee meetings coming up and at Ryanair's attempt to reduce consumption of alcohol in airports.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted by Jack, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The state of hybrid warfare with Russia has to be considered the new normal, Finnish President Alexander Stubb told Euronews in an exclusive interview featured on Radio Schuman today.Stubb told Euronews' Shona Murray that he "sleeps quite well at night" knowing Finland's state of defence is well-prepared, but endorsed the need for more spending on defence, speaking after the Baltic Sea summit in Helsinki.Yesterday, NATO secretary general Mark Rutte pledged to send drones, frigates and aircraft to the region to protect critical infrastructure from sabotage. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, several Baltic power cables, telecoms links and gas pipelines have suffered sabotage: acts interpreted by Western countries as an attempt by Russia to weaken Europe.We also look today at what's coming up on the agenda of the European Parliament as well as the most scenic rail journeys in Europe.Today's Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why did the European Commission choose not to disclose Ursula von der Leyen’s hospitalisation for pneumonia? Why did von der Leyen not delegate authority to her deputy, Spanish commissioner Teresa Ribeira, when she was ill? Does it denote a culture of secrecy at the commission or suggest von der Leyen’s unwillingness to delegate power?Today Radio Schuman answer these questions with Euronews reporter Gerardo Fortuna.Last week, the European Commission confirmed a report by the German press agency DPA that President Ursula von der Leyen had been hospitalised for a week due to severe pneumonia. This sparked criticism from Brussels journalists, as spokespeople had not disclosed the hospitalisation, stating only she had severe pneumonia but was still able to fulfil her duties.Despite her condition, von der Leyen did not delegate her responsibilities to her deputy, Teresa Ribera, as protocol dictates, though she cancelled appointments, avoided public engagements, and remained largely silent during key events, such as former US President Donald Trump's announcement about Greenland.Yesterday, an EU executive spokesperson defended the decision, arguing that the severity of her condition had already been communicated, making further disclosures unnecessary.In the other segments of the podcast, we have a look at an important meeting in Finland as well as beaches to visit during the winter period.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do Ukrainians still trust their president, Volodymyr Zelensky? How to explain dipping trust levels? Is he as popular abroad as he is in his own country? Today Radio Schuman discusses this issue with Sasha Vakulina, Euronews’s Ukraine expert.According to the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS), trust in Zelensky has declined, with 77% of Ukrainians saying they trusted him in 2023, compared to 52% a year later, though his leadership in Ukraine appears to remain strong.We also look ahead to meetings taking place today at the European Parliament and the Matignon in Paris, as well as asking why may not be a good idea to use the Christmas tree to spice up your food.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, withournalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.