Political tensions between the European People's Party (EPP) and the Socialist & Democrats (S&D) have stalled the approval process for the next European Commission. While most candidates were swiftly approved, Hungarian candidate Olivér Várhelyi's confirmation was postponed. The EPP is withholding support for Spain’s Teresa Ribera until she addresses the Spanish Parliament regarding her role in the Valencia flooding. The S&D has criticized the EPP for using Ribera as a scapegoat, while also pushing for a pro-European majority that excludes the far-right ECR. Ursula von der Leyen is attempting to mediate the situation, but no agreement has been reached yet. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)