The European People’s Party (EPP) finished first in the European Parliament elections held from June 6 to 9, according to a report by TASS citing the parliament’s press service. In the final tallies, the EPP secured 181 of the 720 seats across the regional assembly, a result that underscores its enduring influence in European politics. Ursula von der Leyen, who currently serves as president of the European Commission, is a member of this party. This affiliation highlights the EPP’s ongoing role in shaping the agenda at the European level, particularly in areas spanning economic policy, security, and governance. Source: TASS.
Looking back at the 2019 vote, the EPP had performed slightly better in that cycle, gaining an additional seat compared with the latest election while maintaining its lead position. The comparison suggests a measure of continuity within the party’s support base, even as voting patterns show shifts that are typical in long-running electoral contests. Source: TASS.
In second place in the current elections were the Socialists and Democrats, a bloc that captured a substantial portion of the vote and secured 135 seats. This outcome reflects persistent support for social democratic policies across many member states, even as the European political landscape evolves with changing coalitions and priorities. Source: TASS.
On the right, two groups combined to win a notable share of seats: the Identity and Democracy faction and the Conservatives and Reformists bloc together obtained 133 seats. This marks an increase from their previous standing, raising their representation in the Parliament to about 18.5 percent over the next five years. EP president Roberta Metsola cautioned that these results are preliminary and could still change as final tallies are confirmed. Source: TASS.
Additionally, 51 seats went to Members of the European Parliament who do not belong to any official faction, reflecting a diverse and sometimes fragmented political field within the assembly. Among these non-affiliated members is the Alternative for Germany party, which has been a vocal participant in European debates on policy direction and national sovereignty. Source: TASS.
Commentary on the elections was provided by Kirill Logvinov, who previously served as the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the European Union. His observations contribute to the broader international discussion surrounding the EP vote and its implications for cross-border cooperation and regulatory alignment within the European Union. Source: TASS.