The EU's Green Claims Directive aims to combat greenwashing by requiring independent verification of environmental claims. It has become a politically charged issue in Brussels, revealing divisions within right-wing parties and the emergence of a new majority coalition. The directive's future is uncertain as negotiations continue, with the Commission's recent withdrawal announcement causing confusion. The EPP faces internal pressure and strategic dilemmas regarding its stance on green policies, while the directive's viability remains in question amidst ongoing political maneuvering.