The European Parliament is currently holding crucial auditions for the six vice presidents of the new European Commission.

Italian candidate Raffaele Fitto faces significant opposition from Socialists, Liberals, and Greens due to his affiliation with the conservative ECR group.

Despite this, he may still secure his position with a simple majority vote.

Meanwhile, Spanish candidate Teresa Ribera is also under scrutiny, with internal political dynamics influencing her support.

The situation is tense, with potential retaliatory actions from the European People's Party (PPE) if Fitto is opposed.

The outcome of these auditions could significantly impact the political landscape within the European Commission.