The Qatargate scandal that erupted in 2022 revolves around allegations that European lawmakers received bribes from Qatar and Morocco in exchange for political favors and favorable resolutions within the EU
The penalty follows a 2020 ruling that condemned Hungary's restrictive measures against asylum seekers, which included illegal detentions and obstructions to accessing asylum procedures
Belgium, as the current holder of the EU presidency, is advocating for a complete ban on the export of weapons to Israel. This stance, however, faces opposition from some member states within the bloc
This decision, endorsed by both the Council of the EU and the European Parliament, reinforces the EU's unwavering commitment to bolstering Ukraine's economy through access to the lucrative EU single market
The protest, concentrated in downtown Brussels, coincided with discussions over the new economic pact, which proposes stringent measures for nations grappling with financial challenges
