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The Energy Bill vs The Rulebook — Meloni & Mitsotakis vs von der Leyen's Commission

By Peter Wilding,

Published on Oct 2, 2026   —   5 min read

Energy crisisEU fiscal rulesItalyGreeceEuropean Commission
European Union flags flying outside the European Commission's Berlaymont headquarters in Brussels

Summary

The energy squeeze has reached Europe's treasuries. Meloni and Mitsotakis want more room to cushion the bills. Brussels already has emergency flexibility—but does it stretch far enough? The League examines the price of relief and the rules behind it.

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