Press release - MEPs call for a firm response to counter Russian interference

Parliament calls on the political leadership in the EU and member states to counter Russian interference attempts urgently and vigorously.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Parliament condemns Iran’s attack on Israel and calls for de-escalation

In a resolution adopted on Thursday, MEPs strongly condemn the recent Iranian drone and missile attack on Israel and call for further sanctions against Iran.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Foreign Affairs Committee and EU ministers debate enlargement

On Tuesday, MEPs on the Committee on Foreign Affairs will discuss the future of EU enlargement with ministers, vice-ministers and secretaries of state of EU member states.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Parliament calls on Israel to open all crossings to Gaza for humanitarian aid

MEPs are deeply concerned about the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, including the risk of imminent starvation.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Human rights breaches in Afghanistan and Venezuela

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted two resolutions on the respect for human rights in Afghanistan and Venezuela.Committee on Foreign AffairsSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Parliament backs deeper political and economic ties with Chile

On Thursday, MEPs approved the EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement and its complementing deal on trade and investment liberalisation.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on International Trade Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Foreign policy, security and defence: the EU should focus on strategic alliances

The EU must act decisively to define and defend its interests in the world, according to MEPs.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Yulia Navalnaya: “If you want to defeat Putin, fight his criminal gang”

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of murdered Russian anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny, addressed the European Parliament on Wednesday.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Parliament approves key budgetary support for Ukraine and the EU

MEPs approve long-term funding for Ukraine, the “Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform” (STEP), and associated major changes to the multi-year EU budget.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on BudgetsCommittee on Industry, Research and...

Press release - Death of Alexei Navalny: MEPs to hear testimonies from the Russian opposition

Following the death of prominent Russian anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny, MEPs will discuss the state of Russia’s democratic opposition on Thursday at 10.30.Committee on Foreign AffairsSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European...

Press release - MEPs condemn continuous Russian efforts to undermine European democracy

MEPs warn of elected politicians and parties in Europe knowingly serving Moscow’s interests, undermining the EU’s unity and democracy.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Serbia did not fulfil its commitments to free and fair elections, say MEPs

Elections in Serbia on 17 December 2023 were not held in just conditions, according to MEPs, who call for an independent investigation into the irregularities.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Venezuela: MEPs condemn attacks on opposition’s presidential candidate

MEPs strongly condemn the attacks against the opposition in Venezuela and the interference of Nicolás Maduro’s regime in the electoral process.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Parliament and Council agree on long-term solution for Ukraine’s funding needs

In talks with EU member states, MEPs have secured key improvements to the "Ukraine Facility”, focusing on enhancing transparency and combating corruption.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Human rights breaches in China, Sudan and Tajikistan

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on human rights issues in China, Sudan and Tajikistan.Committee on Foreign AffairsSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Press release - Human rights breaches in Belarus, Tanzania and Tibet

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the human rights situation in Belarus, Tanzania and Tibet.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on DevelopmentSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP

Press release - The EU must respond to Chinese efforts to change the rules-based order

In a new report, MEPs want the EU to engage pragmatically with China on global challenges while continuing to confront Beijing over its severe human rights abuses.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP

Press release - MEPs: Open accession talks with Ukraine, Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina

In a resolution on enlargement policy, Parliament calls it one of the strongest geopolitical tools at the EU’s disposal and a strategic investment in peace and security.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP

Press release - Sakharov Prize: Parliament honours Jina Mahsa Amini and Iranian women protesters

The EP 2023 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought has been awarded to Jina Mahsa Amini and the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran, in a ceremony on 12 December.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on DevelopmentSubcommittee on Human Rights...

Press release - 2023 Sakharov Prize: interviews with the laureates and finalists

The award ceremony for this year’s Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, conferred to Jina Mahsa Amini and the Woman, Life, Freedom Movement in Iran, will be held on 12 December at 11.30.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union,...

Press release - Human rights breaches in Iran, Niger and Georgia

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on human rights issues in Iran, Niger and Georgia.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on DevelopmentSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP