European countries give farmers more freedom to shoot wolves

The decision by Bern Convention members is a major win for the EU and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU approved Slovak law to kill bears in return for nature vote, minister claims

The alleged quid pro quo, which Brussels denies, is the latest twist behind a major nature restoration bill that finally passed on Monday.

Hunters press von der Leyen to revise rules for shooting wolves

Group urges European Commission to ‘move quickly.’

Von der Leyen declares war on the wolf โ€ฆ again

The Commission is considering changing the protection status of wolves โ€” a major ask from hunters and farmers’ groups.