The Ring
The Ring is Euronews' weekly political showdown, where Europe's toughest debates meet their boldest voices. In each episode, two political heavyweights from across the EU face off to propose a diversity of opinions and spark conversations around the most important issues of EU affairs and the wider European political life. Join us every Thursday on your favourite podcast platforms.
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Richmond vs Conway-Walsh – Can Ireland shape Europe's future?
Can a country of fewer than six million people steer the European Union through some of its biggest challenges? What will Ireland's priorities be during its six-month presidency of the Council of the EU? And can Dublin leave a lasting mark on the bloc's agenda? These questions sparked this week's debate between Irish lawmakers Neale Richmond (Fine Gael) and Rose Conway-Walsh (Sinn Féin). 
Tridico vs Ferber – Who pays to fund Europe’s future?
What is causing Europe's economic slowdown? Should the EU expand common debt? And what happens if the EU fails to reach an agreement? These questions spark this week’s debate between EU lawmakers Pasquale Tridico (The Left) and Markus Ferber (European People’s Party). Both MEPs clash over whether common debt is the answer to Europe's stagnant economy and weakened competitiveness after a
Close vs Vanden Borre – Is Belgium becoming a narco-state?
Belgium has become a key battleground in Europe's fight against organised crime. With the Port of Antwerp serving as one of the continent's main entry points for cocaine from Latin America, drug trafficking is fuelling violence, corruption and growing concerns about public security. As authorities step up their response, one question remains: is Belgium doing enough to tackle the drug trade?
Mulloly vs Toveri – Can Europe still afford to protect its farmers?
For two years, farmers have taken to the streets across Europe, protesting against rising production costs, environmental regulations and growing competition from abroad. While Brussels has responded with concessions and financial support, the debate over the future of European agriculture is far from over.Can the EU keep providing a political shield to farmers as it shifts its focus to defence an
Scuderi vs Wechsler - Is Europe prepared for a hotter future?
A record-breaking heatwave is baking Europe - have politicians failed to protect citizens? Is air-conditioning the answer? As temperatures continue to rise, a critical question emerges: is Europe prepared for a hotter future? This question is the centre of this edition of The Ring, featuring Italian Green Benedetta Scuderi and German EPP Andrea Wechsler. Scuderi and Wechsler discuss the polit
Andrews vs Smit - Will the UK ever rejoin the EU?
What has Brexit taught Europe about sovereignty, migration, and disinformation? Has it strengthened the case for deeper European integration? And will the United Kingdom ever rejoin the EU? Ten years after the UK voted to exit the European Union, the debate over Brexit's legacy is far from over. MEPs Barry Andrews (Renew Europe) and Sander Smit (European Conservatives & Reformists) go hea
Gálvez vs Warborn - Can Europe compete with the US and China economically?
Can the EU reinvent its economy for a new era of global competition? Is deeper integration the answer, or does Europe need fewer rules and more risk-taking?From Artificial Intelligence to rare minerals, from Trump's tariffs to China's cheap exports - in this edition MEPs Jörgen Walborn (EPP) and Lina Gálvez (S&D) debate about the global economic challenges that lie ahead and that impact all of
Andresen vs Mandl - FIFA World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes?
The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. But so far, the vibes of the tournament are strangely subdued. Has the world’s most popular sport finally reached the upper echelons of global politics? Is football no longer “just a sport”? Is it first and foremost a private event that brings joy and entertainment to people's liv
Juknevičienė vs Kyllönen- Russian drones over Europe — Deterrence or restraint?
Should the EU and NATO strengthen their air defence posture and adopt a tougher deterrence strategy? Or is there a risk that further military escalation could make Europe less secure? As the war in Ukraine enters its fifth summer, Europe faces a growing security dilemma. Russian drones continue to violate EU and NATO airspace, raising concerns about the continent's readiness to respond to an
Borghi vs Scotto — La svolta di Meloni: L'Italia cambia rotta su Stati Uniti e Israele?
I rapporti del governo italiano con Stati Uniti e Israele sembrano molto più tesi, in particolare dopo la richiesta di sanzioni europee contro il ministro della Sicurezza Nazionale israeliano Itamar Ben-Gvir. Si tratta di azioni di facciata o di un cambiamento radicale in politica estera? In questa edizione speciale di "The Ring", dai fori imperiali di Roma, partecipano al dibattito Claudio B
Botenga vs Mandl — More money for the military - to do what?
Is higher defense spending in Europe a strategic investment or a random act to please Donald Trump?Europe finds itself at a moment of profound uncertainty, caught between wars on its borders, growing geopolitical rivalry, economic anxiety and questions about the future of the transatlantic alliance. What should Europe's answer be? Two members of the European Parliament, Lukas Mandl from the E
Boeselager vs Brandstätter — Will Canada join the EU someday?
The European Political Community’s first meeting in the South Caucasus last week reflects the stretching contours of Europe, geographically, politically and strategically. Is Europe truly becoming an independent global power? Should the EU respond to external pressure with deeper integration? Will Canada join the EU someday?In this edition of our weekly debate show The Ring, Damian Boeselager
Arnaoutoglou vs de la Parte — How to avoid a trade war with China?
Is a trade war with China looming? Can the EU still strike a balance between protection and cooperation? How will the EU deal with a country it needs but that doesn’t share its set of values? In this edition, MEPs Sakis Arnaoutoglou (S&D) and Nicolás de la Parte (EPP) discuss what could be one of the most consequential topics on the EU's political agenda. Trade tensions between
Allen vs Fassoulas — PSG vs Bayern: A semifinal for the ages?
In this special football edition of The Ring, we deconstruct a Champions League game that will go down in history as one of the best ever. Nine goals - can top quality football really be any better? Our experts also weigh in on what else is moving Europe's most popular sport.To talk about what happened on that memorable Tuesday and what else is moving European football these days, host Stefan Grob
Gotink vs Ohisalo — No keys, no future? The housing crisis in Europe
Should governments impose strict rent controls to limit price increases? Should foreign investors face limits or bans on buying residential property? Can the EU play a stronger role, or should housing remain primarily a national responsibility? From soaring rents in major cities to shortages of affordable homes across the bloc, pressure is mounting on national governments and EU institu
Müller vs Schirdewan — Wie kommt Deutschland aus der Krise?
Ist Deutschland wieder einmal der kranke Mann Europas? Angesichts der wachsenden Herausforderungen könnte man das meinen.Was sind die Ursachen der Wohnungsnot? Bewältigt Deutschland den Reformstau? Was bedeutet das für die EU?Im „Ring“ stehen sich zwei deutsche Politiker gegenüber, die unterschiedliche politische Lager vertreten und in verschiedenen Parlamenten tätig sind: Sepp Müller, stellvertre
Freund vs Smit — Magyar beats Orbán - What’s next for the EU?
What does Orbán’s defeat mean for the future of the EU? Beyond potential improvements in relations with Hungary, the EU still faces a broader question: Does it need radical reform to avoid being sidelined on the global stage? German MEP Daniel Freund (Greens) and Dutch MEP Sander Smit (European Conservatives & Reformists)step into The Ring to defend their views on future reforms of the EU
Düpont vs López Aguilar — “Out of sight?” MEPs clash over migrant return hubs
Can the EU balance stricter migration policies with growing human rights concerns? The European Parliament has adopted a reform enabling member states to set up “migration return hubs” in third countries for rejected asylum seekers. The measure allows deportations to external facilities negotiated with partner states. What does the European Parliament’s rightward shift on migration mean
Terras vs. Demirel — Escalation in the Middle East - Not Europe's war?
As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth week, Europe finds itself at a crossroads — balancing calls for restraint with mounting pressure to take a clearer stance. While EU leaders continue to urge de-escalation and the protection of civilians, divisions remain over whether Brussels should step up its role on the global stage.In this edition of The Ring, recorded at the European Parliament
Leggeri vs. Saramo — Energy crisis hits Europe - Who pays the price?
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the impact is being felt far beyond the region — especially on global energy markets. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have tightened supply routes, pushing prices higher and adding new uncertainty for European economies.Where does Europe stand as the pressure builds? MEPs Fabrice Leggeri, from Patriots for Europe, and Jussi Saramo, from The Left, go hea
Metz vs. Bosse — Who should pay for healthcare innovation in Europe?
Europe is facing spiralling healthcare costs, driven by an ageing population and the growing burden of chronic diseases. At the same time, demand for cutting-edge treatments is rising — bringing a fundamental question into focus: who should pay for healthcare innovation, and to what extent should health be treated as a business?MEPs Tilly Metz, from the Greens, and Stine Bosse, from Renew Europe,
Attard vs. López-Istúriz — How should Europe respond to the Iran war?
As the war in Iran enters its second week, the ripple effects are reaching Europe — from rising energy prices to growing security concerns on the EU’s southeastern flank. Where does Europe stand as the conflict escalates? MEPs Daniel Attard, from the Socialists & Democrats group, and Antonio López-Istúriz, from the centre-right European People’s Party, go head to head to debate how the Eu
Jalloul vs. Lopatka - Is the EU being dragged into war in the Middle East?
A spiralling conflict has erupted in the Middle East, risking major regional spill-over and dragging in European Union countries.Was the EU right to refrain from criticising the initial attack on Iran? Are EU nations now inevitably being dragged into war? And what are the implications for Europe's economy, security, and stability?MEPs Hana Jalloul and Reinhold Lopatka go head to head to debate the
Auštrevičius vs. Veryga: Ukraine in the EU - A question of when or if?
Should Ukraine be given fast-track membership into the European Union?The majority of MEPs seem to think so. Although they may not see eye to eye on the how or the exact when, most MEPs think Ukrainian EU membership would send a strong message of support to Ukrainians and one of defiance to the Kremlin.To mark four years since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia, this week on The Ring, we
Um travão à extrema-direita — mas a que custo? Confronto eleitoral português
Dez dias após a segunda volta das presidenciais, o cenário político em Portugal continua em análise. António José Seguro venceu de forma clara André Ventura, travando a chegada da extrema-direita à Presidência da República — mas as questões de fundo permanecem.Foi esta uma reafirmação dos valores democráticos ou uma coligação tática para conter o populismo? E o que revela este resultado sobre um p
Who decides who belongs in Europe? Safe countries, regularisation and returns
From parliamentary debates to cultural moments that spotlight identity and belonging, migration is not just about policy — it’s about who belongs, who decides, and what kind of Europe is taking shape. This week on The Ring, we look beyond technical language and legal definitions to ask a broader question: can Europe reconcile national migration choices with collective responsibility? The Euro
Online grooming, cyber violence - Is a social media ban the solution?
How far should the EU go to protect children online? Should there be EU-wide age limits, stricter rules for social media platforms, and bans on addictive design features like infinite scrolling? Or does Brussels risk overreach — infringing on national competences and limiting children’s digital rights and freedoms?This week on The Ring, we turn to one of the most sensitive questions facing the EU’
Mullooly vs. Warborn – Free trade or fair play? Mercosur, India and the EU
What are the pros and cons of the EU-Mercosur trade deal? Why did the European Parliament send the text to the Court of Justice for clarification? Why did the EU sign an EU-India trade deal this week, and how will it impact you? This week on The Ring, we turn to the future of European trade policy as economics and geopolitics become impossible to separate. With the US an increasingly unreliab
Henrik Dahl vs. Lina Gálvez – Is the EU still relevant in a world without rules?
Will Europe stay silent in the face of Trump's ambitions in Greenland? Is the NATO alliance at risk? This week on The Ring, we focus on Europe’s role in a rapidly fragmenting global order. As international law is increasingly ignored—from Venezuela and Ukraine to Greenland and Iran—the European Union stays divided, reactive and overly cautious on the world stage.We are joined by MEP Henrik Dahl of
Weimers vs Andersson - EU migration reform: Security or human rights?
This week The Ring turns to Europe’s migration debate, as the EU moves toward tougher deportation rules and explores controversial “return hubs” for rejected asylum-seekers outside the Union. To debate the future of EU migration policy, we are joined by MEP Charlie Weimers, from the Conservatives and Reformists, and MEP Li Andersson, from the Left group. Two sharply opposing visions—one crucial Eu
Margallo vs Zaragoza - [in Spanish] ¿Hacia dónde va España? Una crisis con repercusión europea
¿Cómo puede España salir de esta crisis política? ¿Está en juego la estabilidad del Gobierno de Pedro Sánchez? ¿De qué manera afecta la incertidumbre española a la Unión Europea?En esta edición especial en español presentada por Amaia Echevarria, «The Ring» viaja a Madrid, al histórico Ateneo, para analizar la creciente tensión política en España con dos voces experimentadas: José Manuel García-Ma
Ní Mhurchú vs Terheș - Ukraine peace diplomacy: Is the EU sidelined?
This week The Ring focuses on the American-sponsored peace deal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Is the EU sidelined in the peace talks?Should the EU prepare for war and increase its defence capabilities? Is military service the answer to boost preparedness? To react to the latest developments, we are joined in by liberal Irish MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú and conservative Romanian MEP Cristian
López vs. Bentele - Can Europe stay green? And at what political cost?
In this episode, The Ring turns its focus to one of the EU’s most decisive battles: Is the Green Deal still alive?Europe’s fight against climate change stands at a turning point. Officially, the 27 maintain a unified front — yet behind the scenes, ambition is fading, targets are being renegotiated, and “industry-first” pressures are gaining ground.Stepping into The Ring this week are Javi López, S
Thevenot vs Brossat - [in French] Comment la France peut-elle sortir de l'impasse politique ?
Comment la France peut-elle sortir de cette crise politique ? Faut-il en finir avec un modèle social trop coûteux ? La France est-elle en train de perdre toute crédibilité en Europe ? Cette semaine sur « The Ring » nous sommes à Paris et parlons de la crise politique en France avec Prisca Thevenot, ancienne porte-parole du gouvernement aujourd’hui députée du parti centriste « Ensemble pour la
Terras vs Schirdewan - Do more weapons make Europe safer?
Who will pay to rearm Europe? And at what price will it come? In this episode, the spotlight turns to one of the continent’s most pressing issues: defence spending. Two members of the European Parliament take center stage in The Ring: Riho Terras, Army General and former Estonia Chief of Defence, now with the European People’s Party, and Martin Schirdewan, co-chair of the Left. Both deba
McAllister vs Botenga - To enlarge or not to enlarge the EU?
Two opposite visions for Europe’s future go head-to-head in the first episode of The Ring — Euronews’ newest political debate show. Should Europe expand further? And at what cost? David McAllister and Marc Botenga, both Members of the European Parliament, step into the spotlight to debate on one of the EU’s most pressing questions. A fiery exchange that explores the promises and pitfalls
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