At this #NATOSummit, marking 75 years of transatlantic cooperation, we strengthened our Alliance and support for #Ukraine. This includes an agreement to launch NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine, bolstering its armed forces, and a financial pledge. 1/3

Attended the Annual Ceremony of Remembrance and Wreath Laying at Irish National War Memorial Gardens commemorating the Battle of the Somme 1916 and the estimated 60.000 Irish 🇮🇪 men and women who served and died in the two World Wars. Their name liveth for evermore. Never forget.

Today, on July 17, we commemorate the #MH17 tragedy, in which 298 innocent lives, including 196 Dutch citizens, were lost. Ten years on, the grief remains profound. The Netherlands remains determined to seek truth, justice, and accountability for the downing of Flight MH17.

Shameful Russian court decision sentencing Evan #Gershkovich to 16 years in prison. Journalism is not a crime. He is yet another victim of Russia’s crackdown on freedom of expression. Russia must respect its international obligations and release him now.

Match Day: Ireland 🇮🇪 vs Netherlands 🇳🇱 #WomensEuroU19

Journalist and political activist Vladimir Kara-Murza has been in prison for over two years for speaking out against the Kremlin and its war on Ukraine, under deplorable conditions. His absurd 25-year sentence shows the regime's moral decay. 1/2

At today's #FAC, I stressed the urgency of military aid for Ukraine, including through reaching an agreement on the EPF Council decisions. We also reflected on Hungary's EU presidency. Alongside many fellow ministers, I voiced my disapproval of PM Orbán's actions. 1/2

Excellent news: today, the EU is making available the first €1.5 billion generated from frozen Russian assets for #Ukraine. A unique step, through which we help Ukraine defend itself and reconstruct damage. The Netherlands has actively rallied for this measure.

This summer, Ireland is the travel destination of the Ricciotti Ensemble. In addition to 6 days in the Netherlands, share our journey through Cork, Dublin and Galway with our Craic agus Ceoil! 📍Shamrock Shuffle 🗓️4-16 Aug ’24 👉🏻ricciotti.nl/en/tournees

A supermarket in the Donetsk region in #Ukraine, wiped away by Russian missiles. Russia is waging war against innocent civilians. The Netherlands strongly condemns these senseless attacks. We support Ukraine in its brave attempts to defend itself against this aggression.

Good to discuss with my colleague Dmytro Kuleba the latest developments in and around #Ukraine. More air defense is urgently needed for protection against Russia's attacks. The Netherlands is committed to offering military support, including through F-16 deliveries. 1/2

The courage of Ukrainians in the face of unbelievable hardship inspires not just me, but countless others in the Netherlands. On Ukrainian Independence Day, I say: Z dnem nezalezhnosti Ukrayino. Slava Ukraini! #StandWithUkraine

Ukraine can count on the Netherlands’ continuing support and engagement. That was my message to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський today in Zaporizhzhia. It is incredible to see how Ukrainians are carrying on with their lives and keeping their country going, in a city just a few dozen

Ukraine can count on the Netherlands’ undiminished support. Whatever it takes, for as long as it takes. The Netherlands will stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський, it was an honour. 🇺🇦🤝🇳🇱

#OnThisDay in 1953, the European Convention on Human Rights entered into force. All 46 Council of Europe member states have signed up to the #ECHR, an international treaty to protect people’s #HumanRights and basic freedoms. #CouncilOfEurope #Democracy #RuleOfLaw

As part of our efforts to make a difference on all things related to #Sustainability, we visited the superb Airfield Estate, a hidden gem outside Dublin City, for a workshop. Huge thanks to the passionate, professional staff for making it worthwhile #missionsustainable Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱

We are highly appreciative of the efforts of Dublin Civic Trust. Many architectural treasures to conserve & cherish to the benefit of all 🇮🇪🤝🇳🇱 #DutchBillies

Ukraine strongly needs F16s against massive Russian airstrikes. That’s why we will deliver additional air-to-air missiles, and announced €80 million worth of spare parts and maintenance. We deliver Ukraine a complete package to reinforce its air defence. english.defensie.nl/latest/news/20…

We were delighted to host our wider team for a Policy Strategy Meeting focusing on further strengthening the already deep bonds between 🇳🇱&🇮🇪 bilaterally and within the🇪🇺 Thanks to all who participated in ensuring a successful event, incl. colleagues from connected ministries 🙏