The EU is outraged by the Taliban’s decree confirming and extending severe restrictions on the life of Afghans, another serious blow to the rights of women and girls, which we cannot tolerate. We urge the Taliban to put an end to these systemic abuses. consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press…

The humanitarian crisis in #Gaza is unbearable after 10 months of conflict. Hunger and epidemics have free rein. This must stop. Negotiate a ceasefire, release all hostages and provide unhindered humanitarian aid.

Military operations in the West Bank must cease. Israel is bound to its obligations under international law, including humanitarian law, in the occupied territories. The only lasting peace solution is a two-state solution. theguardian.com/world/article/…

The EU condemns the dangerous actions by Chinese Coast Guard vessels against lawful Philippine maritime operations in the South China Sea on August 31. Read the full statement 👇 eeas.europa.eu/eeas/south-chi…

Horrified by the murder of 6 Israeli hostages of Hamas in Gaza. We stand with all hostages and urge for a ceasefire that brings everyone home safely, allows the increase of humanitarian aid to Gaza and de-escalation of regional tension.

ASP Presidency sent a letter on 2 September to MFA Mongolia recalling #Rome Statute obligations of all States Parties to arrest and surrender any person subject to an #ICC arrest warrant.

The arrest warrant against Edmundo González is an alarming assault on democracy in Venezuela. We stand with those condemning this repression and urge the authorities to respect the will of the Venezuelan people and the fundamental rights of all citizens.

As #TeamEurope partner, 🇧🇪 will actively take part in this global effort to fight the #mpox epidemic in Africa, and particularly in #DRC. This effort is part of our commitment to guarantee equitable and timely access to quality health products and services for all. #health4all

1/3 Today, the first Benelux Day takes place in Brussels. It started with a debate between three former Prime Ministers from 🇧🇪, 🇳🇱 & 🇱🇺 and young people on the evolution and future of the Benelux cooperation.

2/3 🪙 To mark this first Benelux Day, a commemorative coin is minted.

Productive meeting between Theodora Gentzis, President of the Direction Committee, and Pramila Patten, UN Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, on supporting survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and ending these horrible crimes.