Hungary's prime minister hails a "much-needed victory for the world", and France's president said it would work with him "with respect and ambition".

The EU chief made the comments to member states, as Italy kicks off a contested migrant processing scheme.

The head of the European Commission has presented her proposed new team of after negotiations with member states.

Ursula von der Leyen is re-elected as European Commission president after a secret ballot among MEPs.

Despite Ursula von der Leyen's efforts to secure support, the outcome of today's vote remains uncertain.

She is set to serve a second five-year term as president of the European Commission.

It comes a day after US President Joe Biden said the US planned to build a temporary port in Gaza.

The announcement appears to be a concession to farmers who have been protesting tighter regulations.