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Snap Elections in France: Europe is on the Ballot

Volt, alongside grassroots political movements, has launched the Front européen to offer a progressive, pro-European alternative in the upcoming elections. Amidst rising far-right influence, fragmented left-wing coalitions, we aim to unite pro-European voices and safeguard democratic principles.

Volt joins Greens/EFA in the European Parliament

> After negotiations with both Greens/EFA and Renew Europe, Volt held a membership vote on their MEPs’ group affiliation. > A majority of 87%voted in favour of joining the Greens/EFA group.

Volt gets 5 pan-European MEPs elected

Volt, Europe’s only pan-European party, secured five seats in its second electoral race.  The party will be represented by Anna Strolenberg and Reinier van Lanschot, both from the Netherlands, as well as Damian Boeselager, Nela Riehl and Kai Tegethoff, all three from Germany. 

Chat control won’t protect children. Instead, it will erode our rights

Coercion is not consent: the recent CSAR proposal remains unacceptable and ineffective.

Armenia: a country Europe should take seriously for what it promises

Armenia has a fragile but dynamic democracy. like Georgia, it is fighting for its life to become a normal country, part of the European family.

Armenia and the EU: two perspectives on why it matters

Amid the geopolitical shifts and the regional challenges, the strategic value and importance of the EU to Armenia and vice versa can be unequivocally pointed out now more than ever.

Ukraine’s Fight for the Future: The Urgent Need for More Consistent European Military Support

Opinion article by EP candidates Teun Janssen & Cristian Castrillon

Upholding International Justice: The Imperative of Supporting the ICC and the ICJ in the Hamas-Israel War

We affirm our support and respect for the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

“Show Up for Europe” Day : Meet Volt on the streets across Europe

One week ahead of the European elections, the pan-European party Volt will take a stand against nationalist and anti-democratic forces. Lead Candidate Damian Boeselager: “We are fighting for a socially just, prosperous and resilient EU. In times of growing nationalism, we are here to show up for Europe!”

Our ecosystems will not wait: freezing the EU’s nature restoration law is irresponsible

 At this crisis moment, turning away from protecting our environment is a mistake we will all suffer from.

The Platform work directive: an insufficient step in the right direction

 The new directive is helpful, but it falls far short of meeting Volt’s expectations.

Holistic Climate Governance: What it is, why it’s needed, and how to get there

To succeed in transitioning to a more sustainable future, we need a new model to transform the entire economy, incorporating societal considerations and involving all relevant stakeholders.

Strengthening European Unity: The Case for a Common European Intelligence Agency

We propose that the ‘’Intelligence and Situation Centre’’ (INTCEN) of the EU evolve to create collective assessments based on member states' sources and gain its own intelligence gathering capabilities that will inform a more effective, speedy and united European front against foreign interference. An opinion article by Adam Hruška and Teun Janssen.

Fragmented and Fragile: LGBTQIA+ Rights across the EU

LGBTQIA+ rights in the EU are fragmented and inconsistent - a true union would give everyone the opportunity to thrive.

European Parliament candidates for Volt travel to Kyiv, pledge 5 measures to support Ukraine’s victory

Last week, representatives of Volt from across the continent traveled to Kyiv to discuss the EU’s strategy and support required to win the war against Putin. Having spoken to Ukrainians about the impact of the war on life in Ukraine, Volt proposes five measures to ensure a safe and free Ukraine inside the EU. 

Consumer sovereignty and market realities

Volt's policy proposals empower consumers and reshape markets, steering Europe towards a sustainable future.

Volt elects European lead candidates and transnational list

MEPs Damian Boeselager and Sophie in ‘t Veld elected as European lead candidates for Volt. As the only party in Europe, Volt sets up transnational list with candidates from 20 European countries .

Europe’s energy systems need to be overhauled to facilitate a sustainable future

At a global level, there has been a shift in policy on energy systems. The rise of renewable energy as a cheap low-carbon alternative to polluting fossil fuels has created opportunities for a transition away from the climate-damaging status quo - but are our energy systems fit-for-purpose?

Regenerative farming and a thorough revision of the CAP - not climate backtracking - is how Europe can help protesting farmers

Our farmers are right to protest. We need regenerative pan-European solutions to solve our food crisis.

How to get on track: The role of rail in reducing carbon emissions

Unlocking rail's potential in the climate challenge requires cohesive EU policies and infrastructure investments.

Any barriers to comprehensive humanitarian aid delivery in Gaza must be lifted

At the beginning of this month, 118 Palestinians were killed and 760 injured while attempting to access humanitarian aid in the west of Gaza City. This incident illustrates how desperate the Palestinian people are to receive food and how norms, order and humanitarian international law have been so degraded in Gaza that the only responsible action is to stop the fighting now.