Sestry.eu | European Parliament Elections: Forecasts, Threats, Expectations

The elections to the European Parliament, which are taking place place from June 6 to 9, could bring significant changes to the EU's political scene. Polls suggest that there could be a strengthening of right-wing and populist parties, which could weaken current support for Ukraine and bolster Eurosceptic and pro-Russian positions. Martin Vokálek, director of EUROPEUM Institute, commented for the Ukrainian server Sestry.eu.

Recent polls indicate that support for the EPP and S&D could decrease in favor of right-wing and far-right parties. Nevertheless, despite the possible strengthening of the latter, European populists and far-rightists are far from creating a stable coalition in the European Parliament.

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Martin Vokálek
Executive Director

Expertise: Economic issues, European security and NATO, war crimes and international law problematic