MEPs support revoking Vanuatu’s visa freedom
Vanuatu’s citizenship-by-investment programme has created security concerns. Therefore, a suspension clause in the EU’s visa exemption rules could be used…
Middle East: The voice of reason must prevail on the voice of hate – Josep Borrell
"We have to make everybody understand that on both sides, on the Israeli side and the Arab side, there are…
EU and Albania conclude new Security and Defence Partnership
The new political framework establishes a platform for enhanced dialogue and cooperation on security and defence issues, reflecting the determination…
Main results of the EU Foreign Affairs Council on Defence, 19 November 2024
The EU Foreign Affairs Council in its defence configuration discussed EU support to Ukraine and defence readiness and preparedness. Dive…
U.S. Treasury targets key Hamas leaders and financiers
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating six senior Hamas officials, including the…
EU disburses 3rd emergency instalment for the Palestinian Authority
The European Union disbursed further short-term emergency financial support to the Palestinian Authority (PA). It amounts to a total of…
EU and North Macedonia sign new EU Security and Defence Partnership
On 19 November, the EU and North Macedonia signed a Security and Defence Partnership. This new political framework for dialogue and…
Main results of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, 18 November 2024
The Foreign Affairs Council exchanged views on the Russian aggression against Ukraine and on Georgia. Over lunch the Council touched…
Cabo Delgado: EU Council tops up EPF support to Rwanda Defence Force
The EU Foreign Affairs Council adopted today a €20 million top-up to an existing assistance measure under the European Peace…
Sahel region: EU Council appoints João Cravinho as new Special Representative
Today the Council appointed João Cravinho as EU Special Representative (EUSR) for the Sahel region. The new EUSR will actively contribute…
EP hearing of Kaja Kallas as EU High Representative and Vice President-designate
The Foreign Affairs Committee questioned Kaja Kallas, Estonian candidate for High Representative and Vice-President for foreign affairs and security policy.…
Republic of the Congo: European Peace Facility supports the Congolese Navy
The Council today adopted a €5 million assistance measure under the European Peace Facility, to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Congolese Navy.
Fighting cross-border crime: EU Council adopts EU law about transfer of proceedings
The law will be critical in ensuring that the best-placed country investigates or prosecutes a criminal offence. It also prevents…
European Peace Facility: EU Council adopts an support for Egyptian Armed Forces
The assistance will contribute to strengthening the capacities of the EAF to enhance the national security and stability of Egypt, as well…
Bosnia and Herzegovina: UN Security Council renews mandate of EU-led Stabilization Force
The UN Security Council extended until 2 November 2025 the authorization to establish a European Union-led stabilization force in Bosnia and…
The future of UNRWA is a test of our humanity – EEAS blog post by EU HR Borrell
As the worst humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza’s history is unfolding, the Israeli Parliament has adopted laws to make the operations of…
1st EU-Japan Strategic Dialogue: EU High Representative Borrell meets Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya
During the Dialogue, High Representative Borrell and Foreign Minister Iwaya announced the EU-Japan Security and Defence Partnership. Japan is the first…
EU High Representative Josep Borrell to travel to Japan and South Korea
The visit will be an opportunity to strengthen the EU's relations with Japan and the Republic of Korea and boost…
North Korea: Statement by EU HR Borrell on the launch of an inter-continental missile
"The EU strongly condemns the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK) launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on 31 October…
The Niinistö report on strengthening Europe’s civil and military preparedness
Sauli Niinistö, former President of Finland and Special Adviser to EU Commission President von der Leyen, and EU High Representative…
Georgia: EU High Representative Borrell asks for transparent inquiry of elections
"The Central Election Commission of Georgia and relevant authorities must investigate irregularities, pressure and intimidation on voters impacting public trust…
Myanmar/Burma: EU lists three individuals and one entity responsible for scam operations
The EU Council today approved additional restrictive measures against three persons and one entity associated with the Myanmar military junta, and responsible…
EU HR Borrell concerned over Israeli parliament’s vote against UNRWA
The EU expresses its grave concern over the legislation to be submitted for voting in the Israeli parliament tonight, and…
Parliamentary elections in Georgia: Statement by EU High Representative Josep Borrell
"We call on the Central Election Commission of Georgia and other relevant authorities to fulfil their duty to swiftly, transparently…
MEPs: Georgian elections raise further concerns about democratic backsliding
European Parliament’s election observers talk about “the climate of hatred and intimidation”, describing the atmosphere on the election day.
EP Defence Subcommittee in Kyiv: Immediately lift restrictions on use of Western weapons
EP Committee members underlined the need to remove the current restrictions on the use of all weapons provided to Ukraine,…
EU Integrated Resolve 2024: EU concludes wide crisis response exercise
Over the past 6 months, the EU has planned and tested its overall preparedness and capacity to manage complex crises.…
Foreign Affairs Committee MEPs to visit the United Kingdom
A delegation of Foreign Affairs Committee MEPs will travel to London from 28 to 30 October to discuss how to…
Lebanon Conference in Paris: Remarks by EU High Representative Josep Borrell
"Lebanese people are suffering a lot today due to the Israeli attacks as an answer to the Hezbollah attacks. This…
Attacks on UNIFIL mission in Lebanon: Speech on behalf of EU HR Borrell at the EP plenary
"It is the responsibility of the United Nations Security Council to define the mandate of UNIFIL. According to UNSC resolution…
Presidential elections and EU referendum in Moldova: EU reactions and next steps
EU representatives welcome the results of the constitutional referendum, in which the Moldovan people have expressed their desire to anchor…
Moldova: Maia Sandu leads clearly, Alexandr Stoianoglo second, close majority pro EU
According to preliminary data, current pro-European President Maia Sandu leads in the Presidential elections in Moldova, but faces a run-off…
European Defence & Security Conference: Keynote address by Josep Borrell
"Every time a proposal to increase the quality of our support was put on the table, we spent months discussing…
Main results of the EU Military Committee meeting at Chiefs of Defence level
Chiefs of Defence of 27 EU member states and four Western Balkan countries assembled to shape the future of Europe’s…
It is time to give peace a chance – EEAS blog post by Josep Borrell
"The death of Yahya Sinwar should mark a turning point at a moment when a new cycle of violence is…
Conclusions and remarks at the European Council on 17 October 2024
On 17 October, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, the Middle East, ensuring a rules-based international order, competitiveness, migration,…
NATO ministers to discuss deterrence and defence, Ukraine, and global partnerships
As NATO Defence Ministers prepare to meet at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on Thursday and Friday (17-18 October 2024), Secretary…
Middle East: U.S. President Biden updates Congressional Leaders on U.S. response
"United States forces will remain postured in the region to serve important national interests, including the protection of United States…
EU-ISS paper: Minding the drone gap – drone warfare and the EU
This paper, published by the EU Institute for Security Studies (EU-ISS), delivers some background on drones and their role in…
Main results of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, 14 October 2024
The EU Foreign Affairs Council exchanged views on the Russian aggression against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East.…
Moldova: EU Council lists five more individuals and one entity for destabilising actions
The new listings include Evghenia Guţul, who is the Governor (‘Bashkan’) of the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia, and is responsible for promoting…
Iran’s missile and drone transfers: Seven individuals and seven entities sanctioned
Today’s designation includes individuals and entities responsible for the development and transfer of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), missiles and related technology to…
Chemical Weapons: EU Foreign Affairs Council prolongs sanctions
The EU Foreign Affairs Council today prolonged the application of the EU restrictive measures against the proliferation and use of…
Occupied Palestinian Territory: Statement by EU HR Borrell on Israeli draft legislation against UNRWA operations
The final adoption of the bill by the Israeli parliament would abrogate the 1967 agreement between Israel and UNRWA, stop…
Statement by EU High Representative Borrell on Isreal’s recent attacks against UNIFIL
"The European Union expresses its grave concern about the recent escalation along the Blue Line. The EU condemns all attacks…
EU-ISS on Georgia: Frontline in the fight for democracy
Georgia is on a knife edge. On 26 October, crucial parliamentary elections will decide the country’s political future. Either it…
Israel: EU statements one year after the 7th October terrorist attacks by Hamas
"Hamas' terrorist attacks on Israel ignited a spiral of violence which has brought the entire region to a state of…
G7 Leaders’ Statement on recent developments in the Middle East
"A dangerous cycle of attacks and retaliation risks fuelling uncontrollable escalation in the Middle East, which is in no one’s…
Lebanon: EU endorses additional humanitarian aid of €30 million
As the escalation of hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel continues, today the European Commission has announced a further €30 million…
Measures to eliminate international terrorism – EU statement at the 6th UNGA Committee
New York City, 2 October 2024 Statement on behalf of the European Union and its...